Childhood And Society by Erik H Erikson (rare books)

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Childhood and Society is Erikson’s groundbreaking work that explores how social and cultural forces shape the psychological development of individuals from infancy through adulthood. Introducing his influential theory of the eight stages of psychosocial development, Erikson outlines how each stage presents a central conflict — such as trust vs. mistrust or identity vs. role confusion — that must be resolved for healthy psychological growth. Blending clinical observations with anthropological case studies, including those of Native American and European cultures, Erikson demonstrates how identity is formed not just internally, but through interaction with society and history. The book also delves into childhood development, neuroses, and the formation of ego, offering deep insights into how childhood experiences influence lifelong behavior. Richly interdisciplinary and ahead of its time, Childhood and Society remains a foundational text in psychology, education, and human development studies.

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Erik H. Erikson (1902–1994) was a German-American developmental psychologist and psychoanalyst best known for his theory on the psychosocial stages of human development. A student of Sigmund Freud’s daughter, Anna Freud, Erikson expanded psychoanalytic theory by integrating social, cultural, and historical factors into the development of identity. He introduced key concepts like the "identity crisis" and explored how personality evolves across a person’s entire lifespan. His work bridged psychology, anthropology, and history, making him one of the most influential thinkers in 20th-century psychology.

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