Erich Fromm: A Contemporary Introduction

In this passionate volume, Sandra Buechler introduces Erich Fromm’s groundbreaking contributions to psychoanalysis, sociology, philosophy, political action, and social criticism.
Buechler explores how Fromm’s thinking and interdisciplinary vision are able to frame discussions of dilemmas in contemporary society. She offers a comprehensive biography of Fromm, before delving into his role as analyst, author, activist, sociologist and philosopher. From her own experience as a psychoanalyst, and from the testimony of Fromm’s many ardent followers, Buechler illuminates Fromm’s capacity to inspire. She considers how Fromm’s writing equips students, beginning clinicians and more experienced professionals to understand what can give meaning to their efforts on behalf of troubled individuals, their riven communities, and the wider world.

Assuming no prior knowledge of Fromm’s work, this books offers students in clinical and social psychology, sociology, and philosophy a vital insight into his theoretical contributions. It will also be of interest to psychoanalysts, psychologists and social workers.

Sandra Buechler is a Training and Supervising Analyst at the William Alanson White Institute, USA. Her many books include Making a Difference in Patients’ Lives (2008), which won the Gradiva award, Still Practicing: The Heartaches and Joys of a Clinical Career (2012), Understanding and Treating Patients in Clinical Psychoanalysis: Lessons from Literature (2015), and Psychoanalytic Approaches to Problems in Living, (Routledge, 2019).