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“Historians are presumed to be unable to "do psychology," which is "mystical" anyway, so they are forced to accept the most "rational" explanations... "and it is on these that history is built.”

Quote by Lloyd deMause

Book:The New Psychohistory

Work

The New Psychohistory

In this science fiction novel, the protagonist delves into the use of a complex mathematical framework to forecast the actions of individuals and societies. more

Author

Lloyd deMause is a renowned psychoanalyst born in September 1931. His research focuses on the intersection of child development, family dynamics, and historical psychology. DeMause is known for his work on child abuse and neglect, which has provided new insights into the field of psychology. His theories have had a profound impact on understanding child development and the history of society. more

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