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See all- The Interpretation of Fairy Tales by Marie-Louise von Franz (week 2)Pier 57, New York, NY
Marie-Louise von Franz is the foremost authority on the psychological interpretation of fairy tales. In this book she begins with a history of the study of fairy tales and the various theories of interpretation. By way of illustration, she presents a detailed examination of a simple Grimm’s tale, The Three Feathers, followed by a comprehensive discussion of motifs related to Jung’s concept of the shadow, the anima, and the animus.
Join us to discuss this classic book over the course of 3-weeks!
Week 1 Sat 9/13 11am-1pm The Oyster Room @ Pier 57
Week 2 Sat 9/20 12:30pm-2:30pm The Seahorse Room @ Pier 57
Week 3 Sat 10/4 12:30pm-2:30pm The Seahorse Room @ Pier 57Reading for Week 2
Chapters 4-6 (68 pgs)
A Tale Interpreted "The Three Feathers", "The Three Feathers" Continued, & "The Three Feathers" CompletedI will be reading the paperback Revised Edition available here
free pdf download here *click on the first slow download option
(other formats available too —epub & mobi for kindle—just search in search bar)- Rules for Our Group
1. Be Courteous
Respectful disagreement with others is totally acceptable. Condescending behavior is not.
2. Be Concise
Keep comments on topic and relatively brief.
Moderators will do their best to make sure everyone gets a chance to speak who wants to.
3. Do the Reading
If you have not done the reading for the week you are welcome to attend and listen to the discussion, but out of respect for those who have read, you will not be permitted to participate in the discussion.For more info and FAQ on the group click here.
Can't wait to discuss these ideas with all of you!
-Zach - 🧠 NYC Philosophy & Psychology Readers Conference 2025 (#NYCPPRC2025)Pier 57, New York, NY
Saturday, September 27, 2025
10am to 8pm
Location: Community Classrooms @ Pier 57, NYC - W 15th St West Side Highway Located inside Pier 57, New York, NY 10011
https://pier57nyc.com/community-spaces/community-classrooms/
Hashtag: #nycpprc2025Welcome to the first annual NYC Philosophy & Psychology Readers Conference!
Since 2019 this meetup group has enabled readers of philosophy and psychology to come together to form friendships and foster insights by engaging in thoughtful discussions on significant concepts discovered from reading books and intellectual consumption.
Now, we’re taking it to the next level — join us for a full-day conference where community members will share their insights through a series of talks and lively social interactions.
### ❗ IMPORTANT RSVP INFO
Each session has its own RSVP link below — please RSVP to each talk individually. Space is limited, seating is first-come, first-served. Seating capacity is 40 seated, ~70 standing.
⚠️ Sessions will begin once the speaker is ready and the room is seated. Please arrive on time, as no late entry will be allowed after a session begins.
🧠 NYC Philosophy & Psychology Readers Conference 2025 (#NYCPPRC) - Saturday, September 27th 2025
🎤 Agenda
🌼 Daffodil Classroom (10am to 12:15pm)
10:00am - Absolute Certainty: From Russell to Wittgenstein - Brian Allen PhD
10:45am - Art, Love, and Violence: Enduring Insights in Civilization and its Discontents - Naomi Gold PhD
11:30am - Kant's Critique of Pure Reason - Ryan Bohman🕛 12:15pm - Lunch Break - Enjoy a meal in the Market 57 Food Court
🦪 Oyster Classroom (1pm to 5:45pm)
1:00pm - How to Read Philosophy (Workshop) - Zach Stehura
2:00pm - Classical Greeks on Trial: Who Was Helen of Troy? - Sheryl Harawitz
2:45pm - What American Pragmatists Still Have to Teach Us: 5 Ideas for Now - Brent Mondoskin
3:30pm - Past Leaders, Present Lessons: Exploring Plutarch’s Lives - Zita Vasilisinova
4:15pm - Beyond the Simulacra: Plato’s Critical Aesthetics - Sean Pergola
5:00pm - Dataism and the Invisible Hand: How Data and Algorithms Shape Society and Ourselves - Hannah Gehring🍽️ 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm - Eat and Socialize in Food Court Until Closing
🏛️ Venue Notes:
- Location & Access: Market 57 classrooms at Pier 57. Doors lock at 8 PM (but you may exit anytime).
- Finding Rooms: Refer to the P57 Classroom & Market Map
- Food: Market 57 food is allowed in classrooms. No outside food or alcohol.
- Temperature Alert: AC may be chilly — bring a jacket!
- Photos: Share your experience using #nycpprc2025
