Robert U. Akeret is an author whose work draws deeply from his extensive background in psychology and psychoanalysis. His writing explores the intricacies of the human psyche and interpersonal dynamics, informed by his training with prominent figures such as Rollo May and Erich Fromm. Akeret's approach is analytical and introspective, aiming to uncover complex motivations and behavioral patterns.
A collection of case studies by an eminent American psychologist who, nearing retirement, decided to track down his most memorable patients to see how they were faring fifteen to twenty five years later. The case studies form a meditation on the nature of analysis and the way we live our lives. Originally published in 1996.