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Small, Large and Median Groups: The Work of Patrick de Maré

Editor : Rachel Lenn, Editor : Karen Stefano

Reviews and Endorsements

'Is there a difference between the dynamics of small, large, and median groups? Pat de Maré convinces us that there is. In this book, we follow how he developed his ideas about groups, starting from small groups at Northfield, moving to introducing large groups at the Group Analytic Society's conferences, and finally focusing on Median Groups - his truly creative invention. The editors of this book beautifully organised de Maré's writing and added illuminating introductions by people who knew him and followed his steps. Through their editing, the ideas and personality of a true pioneer of groups emerges.'
- Haim Weinberg, PhD, International Program Director, The Professional School of Psychology, Sacramento, California

'The editors of this remarkable book should be praised for the extraordinary idea of presenting Patrick de Maré, one of the most profound and original thinkers in the field of understanding groups and their dynamics. His ground-breaking professional activity is offered through the evolution of his ideas about small group, than large group, and finally the median group. The special value of this book is represented by the comments of his splendid collaborators and followers. This book is a "must" for all who are cultivating an interest in groups, especially in this era of globalisation.'
- Professor Ivan Urlić, Medical School, University of Split, Croatia

'Pat's work is ground-breaking and mind-blowing, considering its implications for the management of hatred in groups. In this marvel of a book, it is not just Pat's deeply felt scholarship and scholarly references, nor just the "Koinonic" experience awaiting the readers, but for a single, significant reframing of the understanding of the dynamics of aggression and hatred that might permanently change the practice of group.'
- Yvonne Agazarian, EdD, FAPA, DFAGPA, CGP, clinical professor, Postdoctoral Program in Group Psychotherapy, Adelphi University, New York, from the Preface