Jeffrey Masson decide investigar los variados papeles que adoptan los padres animales, resumiendo lo publicado sobre el tema hasta el momento en distintas especies: pinguinos, leones, osos, perritos de las praderas, orcas, ballenas grises, ranas, peces y ovejas. El libro consiste en su mayoria en anecdotas y relatos sobre la paternidad en estas especies. Masson hace una revision de la conducta de algunos de los padres animales mas benevolos, como los pinguinos, lobos, monos titi y castores, que segun el es menos conocida que la de los padres mas agresivos (leones, osos o langures) y pone a los primeros como ejemplo a seguir.
Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson Libros
La obra de este autor examina de manera crítica el psicoanálisis, la psicoterapia y la psiquiatría. También profundiza en el mundo de los animales, explorando sus emociones y derechos. Su escritura ofrece una mirada profunda a temas complejos con una perspectiva única.







Astonishing and controversial--garnering front-page headlines when first published--this classic book examines why Freud concealed the truth about child sexual abuse. Filled with illuminating facts that call into question the very foundations of psychoanalysis, this is important reading for laymen and professionals in the field.
Final Analysis
The Making and Unmaking of a Psychoanalyst
He was the rising star of psychoanalysis, an intimate associate of Anna Freud & Kurt Eissler, a member of the Freudian inner circle with unrestricted access to the Freud Archives. Then Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson threw it all away because he dared to break the psychoanalytic community’s deepest taboo: he told the truth in public. As he unmasks the pretensions & abuses of this elite profession, he invites us to eavesdrop on the shockingly unorthodox analysis he was subjected to in the course of his analytic training. But the more prestige he attained, the more he came to doubt not only the integrity of his colleagues, but the validity of their method. In the end, he blew the whistle–fully aware of the personal & professional consequences. With wit, wonder & unflinching candor, Masson brilliantly exposes the cult of psychoanalysis & recounts his own self-propelled fall from grace. A sensation when it 1st appeared, Final Analysis is even more provocative & engrossing today. Written with passion & humor, this is the book that revealed a revered profession for what it was, launching Masson on his true career.
Many people believe that cats do not have an emotional life, that they are cold and indifferent. Jeffrey Masson, author of several bestselling books about animal emotions, including When Elephants Weep and Dogs Never Lie About Love, is convinced that, on the contrary, cats are almost pure emotion. Masson lives by the sea in New Zealand with five cats, and in this fascinating, immensely readable book he reports on his close observations of their emotional lives. These he divides into nine categories - Narcissism, Love, Contentment, Attachment, Jealousy, Fear, Anger, Curiosity and Playfulness - and to each of which he devotes a chapter. Masson's bond with his cats is extraordinary - they accompany him every night on his evening walk along the shore - and he believes that with no other animal is it easier and more enchanting to cross the species barrier.
The Conscience of Psychiatry: The Reform Work of Peter R. Breggin, MD
- 472 páginas
- 17 horas de lectura
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 intricate emotional lives of animals, this national bestseller delves into their rich inner worlds, offering profound insights into their feelings and behaviors. Celebrated by notable figures like Elizabeth Marshall Thomas and Jane Goodall, the book presents a compelling narrative that highlights the depth of animal emotions, inviting readers to reconsider their perceptions of the animal kingdom.
The Face on Your Plate: The Truth about Food
- 288 páginas
- 11 horas de lectura
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.
Dogs Never Lie About Love
- 304 páginas
- 11 horas de lectura
Dogs fill our hearts with love and our minds with wonder, but their emotional lives have remained unexplored since Darwin 125 years ago. Now in Dogs Never Lie About Love, controversial psychoanalyst Jeffrey Masson brilliantly navigates the rich inner landscape of "our best friends." As he guides readers through the surprising depth of canine emotional complexity, Jeffrey Masson draws from myth and literature, from scientific studies, and from the stories and observations of dog trainers and dog lovers around the world. But the stars of the book are the author's own three dogs whose delightful and mysterious behavior provides the way to exploring a wide range of subjects--from emotions like gratitude, compassion, loneliness, and disappointment to speculating what dogs dream of and how their powerful sense of smell shapes their perception of reality. As he sweeps aside old prejudices on animal behavior, Masson reaches into a rich universe of dog feeling to its essential core, their "master emotion": love. Like the dogs he loves, Masson's writing will capture the reader with its playful, mysterious, and serious sides. Its surprising insights provide a new dimension of understanding for dog owners everywhere.
The Dog Who Couldn't Stop Loving
- 272 páginas
- 10 horas de lectura
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.

