[PDF] Recollection And Reconstruction eBook

Author : Carole Emberton
Publisher : LSU Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 25,18 MB
Release : 2017-04-12
Category : History
ISBN : 0807166030

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Academic studies of the Civil War and historical memory abound, ensuring a deeper understanding of how the war’s meaning has shifted over time and the implications of those changes for concepts of race, citizenship, and nationhood. The Reconstruction era, by contrast, has yet to receive similar attention from scholars. Remembering Reconstruction ably fills this void, assembling a prestigious lineup of Reconstruction historians to examine the competing social and historical memories of this pivotal and violent period in American history. Many consider the period from 1863 (beginning with slave emancipation) to 1877 (when the last federal troops were withdrawn from South Carolina and Louisiana) an “unfinished revolution” for civil rights, racial-identity formation, and social reform. Despite the cataclysmic aftermath of the war, the memory of Reconstruction in American consciousness and its impact on the country’s fraught history of identity, race, and reparation has been largely neglected. The essays in Remembering Reconstruction advance and broaden our perceptions of the complex revisions in the nation's collective memory. Notably, the authors uncover the impetus behind the creation of black counter-memories of Reconstruction and the narrative of the “tragic era” that dominated white memory of the period. Furthermore, by questioning how Americans have remembered Reconstruction and how those memories have shaped the nation's social and political history throughout the twentieth century, this volume places memory at the heart of historical inquiry.

Author : Paul S. Appelbaum
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 569 pages
File Size : 30,24 MB
Release : 1997-05-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0198026064

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The authenticity of memories of childhood sexual abuse has become one of the major social controversies of the 1990's. As persons who report histories of abuse have sought remedies in civil and criminal proceedings in the courts, the accuracy of their memories--particularly when they have been recalled after a period of time--has been subject to intense scrutiny. This volume brings together many of the leading participants in the debate to provide a comprehensive picture of the psychological, physiological, and legal aspects of trauma. Beginning by defining the opposing positions in the debate, the contributors then offer a variety of perspectives on the nature of memory, including reviews of some of the most exciting recent developments in this fast-growing area of investigation. Next, consideration is given to the impact of trauma on memory, both in adults and in children. With this framework in place, the authors turn to an examination of the variety of treatment approaches available to victims of trauma, who are trying to cope with the painful consequences of those events. The book argues against a unidimensional approach to trauma, calling instead for a multidisciplinary synthesis that includes developmental, neurobiological, cognitive, and psychodynamic perspectives. Chapters address the legal dilemmas for patients, mental health professionals and society as a whole that have arisen from the trauma and memory controversy. Most importantly, the editors shift the focus of their discussion from the laboratory to the courtroom and from the research journal to the psychotherapist's office, looking at the issues from every relevant angle. This is the only book in the field to treat the trauma and memory controversy comprehensively, from basic research on memory processes through clinical approaches to legal and policy issues. Trauma and Memory is a valuable tool for clinicians treating patients with traumatic memories. It is also intended for psychologists, physicians, social workers and lawyers who need a comprehensive reference on trauma and sexual abuse during childhood.

Author : Andrea Hajek
Publisher : Springer
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 47,29 MB
Release : 2016-02-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1137470127

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Considering both retrospective memories and the prospective employment of memories, Memory in a Mediated World examines troubled times that demand resolution, recovery and restoration. Its contributions provide empirically grounded analyses of how media are employed by individuals and social groups to connect the past, the present and the future.

Author : Howard B. Levine
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 42,6 MB
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0429916884

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The concept of "screen memories" was introduced by Freud for the first time in his 1899 paper, reprinted here in its entirety. Although the clinical interest in "screen memories" has perhaps diminished in recent analytic discussion, there is much to be gained from revisiting and re-examining both the phenomenon and Freud's original paper within a contemporary context. To this end, the authors have invited contributions from eight leading psychoanalysts on the current meaning and value to them of the screen memory concept. These comments come from contemporary psychoanalysts practicing in Italy, Francophone Switzerland, Argentina, Israel, and the United States of America, each of whom has been trained in one or another of a variety of psychoanalytic traditions, among which are ego psychology, a French version of Freud, an American version of Lacan and at least two variants of Kleinian thought - one British and one Latin American.

Author : Richard Taylor
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 16,98 MB
Release : 2023-12-08
Category : History
ISBN :

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In 'Destruction and Reconstruction: Personal Experiences from the Civil War' by Richard Taylor, the author provides a vivid and personal account of the devastating effects of the Civil War on individuals and communities. Taylor's narrative style is both poignant and detailed, offering readers a glimpse into the emotional and physical toll of war. Set in the backdrop of the American Civil War, the book explores themes of loss, resilience, and the human spirit's capacity for survival amidst chaos and destruction. Through firsthand accounts and anecdotes, Taylor sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of war and its aftermath, making this book a valuable historical document. Richard Taylor, a seasoned historian and descendant of a Civil War veteran, brings a unique perspective to the table, drawing from his family's experiences to paint a compelling picture of the war's impact on everyday people. His insights into the personal struggles and triumphs of those affected by the war make 'Destruction and Reconstruction' a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the human cost of war.