14 books · 12 languages
Bibliography
Claude Steiner wrote fourteen books across five decades. From his early work on alcoholism and script theory to his later explorations of emotional literacy and personal power, each book reflects his commitment to making psychology practical, honest, and humane.
TA Made Simple
1969
An early accessible introduction to Transactional Analysis concepts, written for general readers seeking to understand the fundamentals of TA without a clinical background.
Games Alcoholics Play: The Analysis of Life Scripts
1971 · Grove Press
Steiner's groundbreaking application of Transactional Analysis and game theory to understanding alcoholism, revealing the interpersonal scripts that sustain addictive behaviour.
Scripts People Live: Transactional Analysis of Life Scripts
1974 · Grove Press
A comprehensive exploration of life script theory, examining how early decisions shape the unconscious plans people follow throughout their lives and how those scripts can be rewritten.
Readings in Radical Psychiatry
1975 · Grove Press
An edited collection of essays from the radical psychiatry movement, challenging conventional psychiatric practice and proposing community-based, egalitarian alternatives.
Beyond Games and Scripts
1976 · Grove Press
An edited collection of selections from the work of Eric Berne, curated by Steiner to present Berne's most essential contributions to Transactional Analysis.
The Original Warm Fuzzy Tale
1977 · Jalmar Press
A beloved parable about how freely giving and receiving warmth transforms communities, illustrating the TA concept of strokes through a simple and powerful story.
Healing Alcoholism
1979 · Grove Press
Steiner's practical guide applying Transactional Analysis to alcoholism treatment, offering concrete strategies for breaking free from addictive scripts.
The Other Side of Power
1981 · Grove Press
An exploration of interpersonal power dynamics and cooperative alternatives, arguing that genuine power comes not from control over others but from authentic connection and mutual respect.
When a Man Loves a Woman
1986 · Grove Press
An examination of romantic relationships through the lens of Transactional Analysis, exploring how gendered scripts shape love, intimacy, and conflict between partners.
Achieving Emotional Literacy
1997 · Avon Books
The definitive guide to Steiner's emotional literacy framework, presenting practical methods for understanding, expressing, and responding to emotions with honesty and skill.
Emotional Literacy: Intelligence with a Heart
2003
A refined and updated exploration of emotional literacy concepts, expanding on Steiner's earlier work with new insights and a sharper articulation of the relationship between emotion and reason.
Excellence in Aging; for Men: Twelve Strategies
2009
A practical, self-published guide for men navigating ageing with purpose, offering twelve strategies grounded in Steiner's decades of therapeutic experience.
The Heart of the Matter: Love, Information and Transactional Analysis
2009 · TA Press
Steiner's mature synthesis of Transactional Analysis theory, placing love and authentic connection at the centre of therapeutic practice and human flourishing.
Claude Steiner, Emotional Activist
2023 · Routledge
A posthumous collection of biographical and critical essays about Steiner's life, work, and enduring contributions to Transactional Analysis and emotional literacy, edited by Keith Tudor.
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