James Joyce and the Problem of Psychoanalysis

Delve into the intricate relationship between literature and psychoanalysis with James Joyce and the Problem of Psychoanalysis by Luke Thurston. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2010, this insightful paperback spans 248 pages, offering a comprehensive examination of the psychoanalytic interpretations of James Joyce's work. Despite Joyce's intentional resistance to psychoanalytic readings, Thurston skillfully navigates the complex landscape of Joycean criticism, focusing on Lacan's concept of the unreadable in Joyce's writing. This thought-provoking study is a must-read for students and enthusiasts of Joyce, literary theory, and psychoanalysis, providing essential insights into the ongoing dialogue between these fields. Discover how Thurston unpacks the layers of meaning in Joyce's literature and the implications for psychoanalytic thought.