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This article focuses on the book Impromptu Man by Jonathan D. Moreno. The reader is invited to consider its systematic and comprehensive view on the landmark contribution of J. L. Moreno. This is not only a discussion of the intellectual biography as such, but also on the epistemic and moral vitality of the work of the founder of sociometry. This article reminds the reader of Moreno’s significant contributions; the author presents them in a schematic visualization showing their dynamic connection. The author reviews the influence of religion and spirituality on Moreno. Importantly, this is a celebration of Moreno being formally embraced by Romania with the local publication of Impromptu Man.
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Abraham Ardern Brill (1874–1948) Austian born psychoanalyst; her was responsible for the first tramslation of Freud’s work into English.
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I express my gratitude to Jonathan D. Moreno, and to the anonymous reviewer for their valuable critical comments and editorial input.
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Mamali, C. Suppressed in his homeland. Z Psychodrama Soziom 21 (Suppl 1), 163–170 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11620-021-00637-6
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