This book, for the first time, sets out clearly and concisely the ideas, principles, and character typology of various psychological schools from Freudian, Kleinian, and Jungian to contemporary developments. The practical uses and applications of these theories are graphically demonstrated throughout the book by means of numerous examples and in-depth analyses drawn from classical and contemporary theatrical and cinematic literature. Stanislavskian methods are also discussed.
Author Biography
Robert Blumenfeld, author of Limelight's all-time bestseller Accents: A Manual for Actors (see below) is an actor, dialect coach, and writer. He has served on the faculties of both the Stella Adler and National Shakespeare Conservatories.
