Dieser Autor taucht durch scharfe Beobachtungen, die auf seiner umfangreichen Erfahrung als Arzt und Psychiater in anspruchsvollen Umgebungen beruhen, in die Komplexität der menschlichen Natur und Gesellschaft ein. Sein Schreiben zeichnet sich durch eine präzise Analyse kultureller und moralischer Fragen aus, wobei er sich oft auf die Folgen moderner Ideologien für Individuen und die Gesellschaft konzentriert. Die Leser werden seine kompromisslose, aber zum Nachdenken anregende Perspektive auf die Welt zu schätzen wissen, die keine Angst hat, unbequeme Wahrheiten anzusprechen. Seine Werke laden zu einer tieferen Reflexion über den gegenwärtigen Zustand unserer Zivilisation ein.
Literatur und Kultur, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft, Ideologie und Psychopathologie
In seinem ersten Buch in deutscher Sprache seziert der ehemalige Arzt und heutige preisgekrönte Schriftsteller Theodore Dalrymple den Untergang Europas in acht Episoden. Die Kultur der Unterschicht wird ebenso untersucht wie Utopien und Ideologien, Masseneinwanderung und Unruhen, Wirtschaftskrise und Werteverfall. Der Befund ist niederschmetternd.
"Life at the Bottom offers a searing account - probably the best yet published - of life in the underclass and why it persists as it does.". "Theodore Dalrymple, a British psychiatrist who treats the poor in a slum hospital and a prison in England, has apparently seen it all. Yet in listening to and observing his patients, he is continually astonished by the latest twist of depravity that exceeds even his own considerable experience. He uses a remarkable gift for reportage to recount the behavior of his patients and to analyze its implications in underclass life and for our society as a whole."--BOOK JACKET.
The memoir offers a humorous glimpse into the life of a prison doctor and journalist, showcasing his enduring passion for reading and intellectual exploration. With a witty and sharp writing style, the author shares anecdotes and reflections that highlight the joy of literature and the insights gained from a unique professional perspective. The narrative is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making it a delightful read for those who appreciate clever storytelling.
A book that restores our faith in the central importance of literature and criticism to our civilization. In the twenty six pieces Dr. Dalrymple ranges over literature and ideas, from Shakespeare to Marx.
A beautifully-written and thought-provoking collection of essays on social, political and literary issues as diverse as the Jonathan Ross/Russell Brand controversy, violent crime on Britain's streets, the effects of the welfare state, modern architecture and the respective merits of Shakespeare and Dr Johnson. Dalrymple uses examples from his long career as a prison doctor and his travels to every corner of the globe to illustrate his central view: that Britain is in the throes of social, cultural and political decline.
In Admirable Evasions, Theodore Dalrymple explains why human self-understanding has not been bettered by the false promises of the different schools of psychological thought. Most psychological explanations of human behavior are not only ludicrously inadequate oversimplifications, argues Dalrymple, they are socially harmful in that they allow those who believe in them to evade personal responsibility for their actions and to put the blame on a multitude of scapegoats: on their childhood, their genes, their neurochemistry, even on evolutionary pressures. Dalrymple reveals how the fashionable schools of psychoanalysis, behaviorism, modern neuroscience, and evolutionary psychology all prevent the kind of honest self-examination that is necessary to the formation of human character. Instead, they promote self-obsession without self-examination, and the gross overuse of medicines that affect the mind. Admirable Evasions also considers metaphysical objections to the assumptions of psychology, and suggests that literature is a far more illuminating window into the human condition than psychology could ever hope to be.
When Theodore Dalrymple wrote The Examined Life, poking fun at modern man's excessive concern for his own health, he little thought that Covid-19 would soon turn satire into reality. Are there considerations in life other, or more important, than health? The protagonist of this biting satire knew the answer even before Covid-19 struck.Theodore Dalrymple is a retired doctor and psychiatrist who has written many books, including Life at the Bottom, Admirable Evasions and Around the World in the Cinemas of Paris.
"Mr Rose was not the kind of man to accept defeat without retaliation. Rancour with him was no passing mood but a permanent state, to be nursed by memory and increased by reflection."The protagonists of Theodore Dalrymple's new collection of stories are driven to self-destruction or the destruction of others by a variety of motives, from hatred of a spouse to utopianism. The stories are both topical and timeless.Theodore Dalrymple is a retired doctor and psychiatrist who has written many books, including Life at the Bottom, Admirable Evasions and Midnight Maxims.
Set against the backdrop of crisis and ruin, this collection of three stories delves into the complexities of human nature during extreme circumstances. Theodore Dalrymple, a retired doctor and psychiatrist, uses these narratives to reveal profound insights into the human condition, showcasing how adversity can illuminate both resilience and despair. Each story is uniquely situated in different locations, highlighting diverse experiences and responses to hardship.
The story revolves around Ramses, an extraordinary dog renowned for his intelligence, friendliness, and expressive nature. His amusing personality and deep understanding of his human companions make him an unforgettable pet. The narrative highlights the joy and serendipity of having such a remarkable dog, celebrating the bond between Ramses and his owners.