This author's work critically examines psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, and psychiatry. He also delves into the world of animals, exploring their emotions and rights. His writing offers a profound look into complex subjects with a unique perspective.
Growing up in the Hollywood Hills during the 1950s, Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson experienced an unconventional childhood, heavily influenced by the guru Paul Brunton, who dictated his family's daily life. In this memoir, Masson reveals the peculiarities of his upbringing and the complex relationship between his father and the revered mystic. Through personal anecdotes, he explores the impact of this unique environment on his family dynamics and his understanding of normalcy.
Exploring the extraordinary behaviors of animal fathers, Jeffrey Masson highlights the remarkable roles males play in nurturing their young. Through engaging examples like the emperor penguin's incubation and the tamarin monkey's supportive coaching, he reveals the depth of fatherhood across species. Masson contrasts these positive examples with those of neglectful fathers, challenging perceptions of parental care. His compelling narrative combines research with personal insight, aiming to transform our understanding of fatherhood and familial bonds in both animals and humans.
The narrative explores the origins of the domesticated animal's bond with humans, weaving a sentimental and educational tale. Through this fable, Masson delves into themes of companionship and the transformative impact of shared living, illustrating the evolution of a once-lone creature into a beloved member of the household.
The unique bond between humans and dogs is explored, highlighting how this relationship may have shaped our emotional capacities such as love, sympathy, empathy, and compassion. The book delves into the profound connection that sets dogs apart from other animals, suggesting that our interactions with them have influenced our ability to form deep emotional ties.
How Dogs Have Captured Our Hearts for Thousands of Years
190 pages
7 hours of reading
A groundbreaking and inspiring exploration of the unique relationship between dogs and humans, from the bestselling author of Dogs Never Lie About LoveJeffrey Moussaieff Masson has long been interested in the relationships between humans and animals, and he’s always been aware that there was something very special in our bond with dogs. No other animals love us in quite the same way as dogs love us. And it is mutual. Is it possible that we developed our capacity for love, sympathy, empathy, and compassion because of our long association with dogs?In The Dog Who Couldn’t Stop Loving, Masson considers the far-reaching consequences of the coevolution of dogs and humans, drawing upon recent scientific research. Over the past forty thousand years a collective domestication has occurred that brings us to where we are today—humans have formed intense bonds with dogs, and the adoration is almost always reciprocal. Masson himself has experienced a profound bond with his new dog, Benjy, a failed guide dog for the blind, who possesses an abundance of uninhibited love. Masson knows that the love he feels for Benjy—the same feeling Benjy has for all the people and animals around him—is not unique, but exemplifies a love affair unmatched in the animal world.With wisdom, insight, and a brilliant analysis of recent scientific findings, bestselling author Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson delivers a provocative and compelling book that will change the way we think about love and our canine companions.
Exploring the profound impact of food on morality, health, and the environment, Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson delves into the psychological barriers that prevent us from acknowledging the origins of our meals. He encourages readers to confront these truths and make informed choices about their diets, highlighting the ethical implications of our eating habits and their broader consequences for the planet.
The biography features over 50 years of media excerpts highlighting Dr. Breggin's contributions to mental health, education, and social reform. It includes more than 100 commentaries from notable leaders in these fields, showcasing his profound influence and the impact of his work on various aspects of society.
Exploring the emotional spectrum of cats, the book combines insights from literature, history, and animal behavior research with personal anecdotes about the author's five cats. Their playful antics and complex emotions serve as a lens to examine feelings like love, jealousy, and anger. Through engaging stories and observations, readers are invited to discover the profound bond between humans and their feline companions, revealing the delightful mysteries of the feline heart.
