The Child, the Family and the Outside World

By D.W. Winnicott

Book Overview

Dr. Winnicott explores the basic relationships of childhood starting with the bond of love between mother and infant, which he views as the key to personality. Speaking directly and informally, he explains everyday issues such as feeding, crying, playing, independence, and shyness as well as serious problems such as stealing and lying.Throughout each discussion, Dr. Winnicott emphasizes the inborn abilities of parents and carefully distinguishes these from the skill that must be learned. Fascinating chapters on the roots of aggression, on the fear of dependence and its unfortunate consequences in adulthood, and on the innate morality of the baby reveal Dr. Winnicott's characteristic wit and insight.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0201632683
• ISBN13: 9780201632682
• Release Date: December 1992
• Publisher: Balance
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Wonderful book!

Winnicott is so right on with his observations, and in this book his thoughts are accessible to anyone who is interested in learning about how children experience the world and grow into being a part of it. His tone is so compassionate that one just knows he must have been a wonderful therapist - and person. His ideas are easy to follow and he writes as if he is speaking to you, as a friend and a wise person.