Impromptu Man: J.L. Moreno and the Origins of Psychodrama, Encounter Culture, and the Social Network (Paperback)

from gbcmars

Jonathan Moreno's father was the most influential person you've never heard of. A psychologist, physician, and social scientist, the elder Moreno contributed early concepts to everything from encounter groups in the 60s to social network analysis to psychodrama and role playing techniques for the...

from ouladybird2005

I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy of this book, and I have to say I'm glad I got to read it. Moreno (the author) has written a book that details not only the genius, but also the humanity of a man that is not only the author's father, but also a sometimes overlooked leader in the field o...

from janetbeth

A fascinating look at how JL Moreno came out of Viennese avant garde theatre and early Freudian studies to create psychodrama and sociometry. A bit too academic, but an interesting look at a complex and innovative man written by his son. Wish there had been more about the spread and practice of p...

from Bricker

While not exactly a page turner, Impromptu Man is a well-written and thought-provoking book that explores many of the ideas and terms behind psychiatry and sociology. Delving into the history of J.L. Moreno and his extensive work in helping people find cures to their own problems by role playing ...

from gbcmars

Jonathan Moreno's father was the most influential person you've never heard of. A psychologist, physician, and social scientist, the elder Moreno contributed early concepts to everything from encounter groups in the 60s to social network analysis to psychodrama and role playing techniques for the...