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‘Partfestschrift,parteulogy,partloveletter,ArturoEzquerro’saccountofhismentorship with John Bowlby – and his own journey to psychotherapeutic manhood – combines theoretical exposition with vivid anecdote in ways that are readable, personal, engaging and very real. Like Bowlby himself, his story brings much-needed fresh air into the sometimes stale world of psychoanalytic discourse. Strongly recommended for all practi- tioners and students, who will find here a rare amalgam of common sense and inspiration.’ Prof Jeremy Holmes, MD, FRCPsych, University of Exeter, UK. Author, John Bowlby and Attachment Theory, and The Search for the Secure Base ‘Arturo Ezquerro brings a contagious enthusiasm for life and relationships which makes Attachment Theory more real, attractive and palatable. My father would have been deeply moved by it.’ Sir Richard Bowlby, medical and scientific photographer, and eldest son of John Bowlby ‘Alabouroflovewhichgivesafascinatinginsightinto themindandideasofthefather of Attachment Theory.’ Dr Colin Murray Parkes, OBE, MD, FRCPsych, DL. Author, Bereavement: Studies of Grief in Adult Life ‘This marvellous book weaves the author’s professional journey into an account of his sixyearsofaffectionatesupervisionwithoneofthegreatdevelopmentalscientistsofthe twentieth century. Bowlby’s own biographical journey, and his single-minded deter- mination to define “the nature of the bond” move the narrative along, and move the readertoo.Thevolumealsogivescompellingnarrativesonthehistoryofpsychoanalysis and the post-war Tavistock Clinic.’ Dr Sebastian Kraemer, FRCPsych. Honorary consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, Tavistock Clinic. Family therapist. Co-editor, The Politics of Attachment: Towards a Secure Society ‘Reading this book has been a great pleasure and has taken me back 45 years to when John Bowlby was my tutor at the Tavistock Clinic. I soon realised his warmth and thoughtfulpassion…ThevolumeisawarmandfaithfultributetoBowlby’slife’swork and to all those touched by the grip of attachment and separation.’ Dr Marcus Johns, FRCPsych. Psychoanalyst, former Tavistock Clinic’s consultant, director of the London Child Guidance Training Centre and editor of the Bulletin of the British Psychoanalytical Society. ‘Arturo Ezquerro has written an eloquent and moving account of the life and thought ofJohnBowlbywhoserecognitionoftheimportanceofchildhoodattachmenthasnow become common wisdom, after being met initially with strong resistance in the psy- choanalytic profession. Of all the fields of scientific enquiry, psychoanalytic theory is perhapstheonemostaffectedbythepersonalityandexperienceofthepropounder,and one of the merits of this study is to place Bowlby’s thought intimately within its bio- graphical and professional contexts. The latter appropriately include the author’s per- sonal testimony to the quality of Bowlby’s mentorship and, if the most touching moments in the book are judiciously chosen quotations from patients, this seems very apt to its subject’s evident ability to listen.’ Prof Michael Bell, English and Comparative Literary Studies, University of Warwick, UK. Author, The Sentiment of Reality: Truth of Feeling in the European Novel and H. D. Lawrence: Language and Being ‘Thisvolumebringstolifeagreatmanandhisideasinawaythatthebestofbiographies can. And while the book is at it, we learn as much about Bowlby’s ideas as about his warmthandpassionatenature,towhichsomanyofhisstudentsandco-workersbecame personallyattached.’ Prof Bob Hinshelwood, MD, FRCPsych, Centre for Psychoanalytic Studies, University of Essex, UK. Author, What Happens in Groups, Research on the Couch and Psychoanalysis and History ‘A book that, uniquely, combines scholarly erudition with passion; wisdom with com- passion. It teaches us about the dehumanising effects of dogma and systems and the healing potential of attachment.’ Dr Paul Mallett, consultant psychiatrist and former Medical Director, Central and North-West London NHS Foundation Trust ‘A vivid, original and personal account of a great man. John Bowlby’s attachment theory is now widely known and accepted. What is less well known is the intense struggle Bowlby had to convince his critics, especially the psychoanalytical establish- ment, and the hurt this occasioned him. This book gives a highly readable account of the group and institutional politics surrounding the emergence of the theory, alongside Bowlby’s own personal relationships and his profound influence on the author. In all our work, we strive to achieve some form of psychological integration. This book pulsates with that striving – and achieves it, with respect and love for its subject.’ Dr Morris Nitsun, PhD. Consultant psychologist, and training analyst, Institute of Group Analysis. Author, The Anti-Group, The Group as an Object of Desire and Beyond the Anti-Group ‘Arturo Ezquerro has meticulously researched the origins of Attachment Theory and tracked the course of its development with the same qualities of persistence and rigour that he learned from John Bowlby, his much-loved mentor. Ezquerro leaves no stone unturned in an almost detective-like investigation of Bowlby’s biography and sources of influence, resulting in a story of the first order in which all the pieces eventually come together.Thisbooktransformsa“theory”intoalivedexperiencethatiscomprehensively informativeanda pleasure toread.’ Liza Glenn, consultant psychologist, Jungian analyst and senior trainer, Institute of Group Analysis ‘This book is a masterpiece of clarity: a most readable scholarly exposition of Bowlby andhisworks.Icanstronglyrecommendittogeneralpractitionersandallprofessionals in primary care.’ Dr Clare Gerada, director of clinical governance for Primary Care; medical director, NHS Practitioners Health Programme; and former president, Royal College of General Practitioners ‘A lovely blend of a personal reminiscence of John Bowlby and a history of how attachmenttheorydeveloped.ArturoEzquerrogivesrichandprivilegedmemoriesfrom Bowlby’s family and close colleagues, as well as vivid illustrations from his work as a child and adolescent psychiatrist and group analyst. The volume raises key questions about psychoanalysis and its development as a theory of the mind and as a treatment method. I really did enjoy reading this unique book.’ Dr Gwen Adshead, FRCPsych. Consultant forensic psychiatrist and group analyst. Co-author, A Matter of Security: Attachment Theory, Psychiatry and Psychotherapy ‘This wonderful book is essential reading for everyone whose work is involved with families. John Bowlby’s attachment theory is portrayed in a very real, moving and sensitiveway.Ifounditpivotaltomyroleinunderstandingthegriefofparentswhena child died.’ Jenni Thomas, OBE. Founder, Child Bereavement Trust. Awarded for lifetime achievement and educational merit, British Medical Association ‘A touching, beautifully crafted, new biographical profile of John Bowlby – inspiring, eloquent and powerful.’ Carlos Durán, linguist and author ‘A great reading experience which has brought the figure and work of John Bowlby alive and real in a way I can use in my work. This is a book that no one interested in Bowlby and attachment will want to be without.’ Dr Ray Haddock, MB ChB, MMedSc, FRCPsych. Consultant medical psychotherapist, group analyst and systems-centered practitioner and consultant ‘An eminently readable and captivating journey into John Bowlby and the entire field of attachment – a huge learning experience.’ Jacqueline Fogden, group analyst, psychotherapist and former head-teacher ‘Shrinkunwrapped: Atelling yet affectionate portrait of John Bowlby, theman –a joy to read.’ Bryan Rimmer, Fleet Street writer ‘Icouldn’tstopreading…Thisbookisanencouragementtobecomeattached,togrow and to love – a truly uplifting experience.’ Anthony Stone, consultant psychotherapist ‘Encounters with John Bowlby brings to life the context, development and applications of attachment theory, in a way that is accessible, enjoyable and enlivening.’ Kate White, senior supervisor and teacher, The Bowlby Centre. Editor, Attachment: New Directions in Psychotherapy and Relational Psychoanalysis ‘This very special book covering Bowlby’s life and work is a timely and delightfully clear reminder of how crucial attachment research is to both our understanding of ourselves and the care of future generations. Highly recommended to all professionals and public, and to those in positions of authority.’ Dr Felicity de Zulueta, FRCPsych. Emeritus consultant psychiatrist in psychotherapy, former director of the Trauma Unit, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and senior clinical lecturer, King’s College London ENCOUNTERS WITH JOHN BOWLBY Encounters with John Bowlby: Tales of Attachment is an insightful, heartfelt and faithful homage to John Bowlby (1907–1990), the ‘father’ of Attachment Theory. The book unfolds as a touching and absorbing biographical journey into his life and work, where Bowlby is portrayed vividly through his individual, family and group attachment history, as well as his personal and professional development. This is a thoroughly researched and unique volume: a creative hybrid of scho- larly erudition and passionately delivered real-life experiences covering the entire field of attachment. The work is co-constructed from the privileged position of sitting atthefeetofthefounderofthetheory,drawing onhislifelongresearch and knowledge. The reader can learn from and identify with stirring, true stories that illustrate the struggle to become attached, to survive and to grow. Encounters with John Bowlby will appeal to anyone who is interested in personal development and relationships. It will be of special interest to mental health and other healthcare professionals, as well as students undertaking doctoral courses or attending other courses related to attachment and John Bowlby. DrArturoEzquerro,aconsultantpsychiatrist,psychoanalyticpsychotherapistand group analyst, is senior lecturer, assessor and trainer at the Institute of Group Ana- lysis, and former Head of NHS Medical Psychotherapy Services in Brent, London. He was supervised by John Bowlby at the Tavistock Clinic (1984–1990) and has published over 60 articles and book chapters in five languages. This page intentionally left blank ENCOUNTERS WITH JOHN BOWLBY Tales of Attachment Arturo Ezquerro K ~~o~;J~n~~~up ORKYOR LONDOLNLOONNDDOONN Y LONDONANDNEWYORK Firstpublished2017 byRoutledge 2ParkSquare,MiltonPark,Abingdon,OxonOX144RN andbyRoutledge 711ThirdAvenue,NewYork,NY10017 RoutledgeisanimprintoftheTaylor&FrancisGroup,aninformabusiness ©2017ArturoEzquerro TherightofArturoEzquerrotobeidentifiedasauthorofthisworkhasbeen assertedbyhiminaccordancewithsections77and78oftheCopyright,Designs andPatentsAct1988. Allrightsreserved.Nopartofthisbookmaybereprintedorreproducedor utilisedinanyformorbyanyelectronic,mechanical,orothermeans,now knownorhereafterinvented,includingphotocopyingandrecording,orinany informationstorageorretrievalsystem,withoutpermissioninwritingfromthe publishers. Trademarknotice:Productorcorporatenamesmaybetrademarksorregistered trademarks,andareusedonlyforidentificationandexplanationwithoutintentto infringe. BritishLibraryCataloguinginPublicationData AcataloguerecordforthisbookisavailablefromtheBritishLibrary LibraryofCongressCataloginginPublicationData Names:Ezquerro,Arturo,author. Title:EncounterswithJohnBowlby:talesofattachment/ArturoEzquerro. Description:1Edition.|NewYork:Routledge,2017.|Includes bibliographicalreferencesandindex. Identifiers:LCCN2016017838|ISBN9781138667631(hardback)| ISBN9781138667648(pbk.)|ISBN9781315545554(ebook) Subjects:LCSH:Bowlby,John.|Psychologists--GreatBritain--Biography.| Attachmentbehavior. Classification:LCCBF109.B69E972017|DDC150.92[B]--dc23 LCrecordavailableathttps://lccn.loc.gov/2016017838 ISBN:978-1-138-66763-1(hbk) ISBN:978-1-138-66764-8(pbk) ISBN:978-1-315-54555-4(ebk) TypesetinBembo byTaylor&FrancisBooks To María, to Arturo and to Ignacio – for making life more meaningful.
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