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August 1, 2005
For Your Own Good
If I used a "star" rating system for my book reviews, this one would have it's own galaxy. I don't remember how this book came to my attention, it could have been referred to by another book I'd read, or just something I came across by accident, but the subtitle is what grabbed me. "Hidden cruelty in child-rearing and the roots of violence". How could I pass that up? I'm glad I didn't.
Human behavior is a fascination of mine, whether I'm reading the news, or "people watching" at the fireworks, I'm always trying to guess at what lies beneath the surface. Most interesting to me is the puzzle of how an innocent baby turns into someone like Adolf Hitler, and this book examines exactly that.
Alice Miller, a psychoanalist and writer, skillfully avoids the "blame the parents" trap while exposing cruelty in child-rearing practices. But even better, she gives answers. What do children need most to become healthy, well-adapted adults? Love. Respect. Read the book.
Posted by Anna at August 1, 2005 5:05 AM
Comments
I will read it. It sounds real good.
Posted by: Nancy at September 8, 2005 6:50 PM