First published in November 1899, on the eve of the century, "The Interpretation of Dreams" is the originator of concepts such as the Oedipus complex and the notion, now taken for granted, that our daily lives are governed not only by conscious decisions but by unconscious pressures. Although it inaugurated the new practice and discipline of psychoanalysis, its most lasting impact has been on our social and cultural outlook, on how we interpret literature and art, and on the language in which we do so. This new translation ...
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First published in November 1899, on the eve of the century, "The Interpretation of Dreams" is the originator of concepts such as the Oedipus complex and the notion, now taken for granted, that our daily lives are governed not only by conscious decisions but by unconscious pressures. Although it inaugurated the new practice and discipline of psychoanalysis, its most lasting impact has been on our social and cultural outlook, on how we interpret literature and art, and on the language in which we do so. This new translation is based on the original text. Reading the first theory Freud actually put forward in 1899 and how it fits into the rest of his early work. Joyce Crick's translation aims to capture the pace of Freud's style, freed from the jargon and Victorian elaborations of James Strachey's famous version. In his introduction Ritchie Robertson examines "The Interpretation of Dreams" not only as a scientific essay but also as an autobiographical and cultural document. The notes enable the reader to trace how Freud's ideas were stimulated by his wide reading and by his everyday professional and family life.
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First Edition, first printing with full number line in near fine/ very good condition. The pages are clean and crisp, in like new condition, with no bent corners. Boards are solid, and the spine is square and tight. The dust jacket is near fine with a small smudge on the front flap. Otherwise the book is in excellent condition with an unclipped DJ, and no remainder mark. All items guaranteed, and a portion of each sale supports social programs in Los Angeles. Ships from CA.
This book is necessary for the comprehension of Freud's project. Dream analysis is the foundation of Psychoanalysis. This book takes the reader through Freud's thinking and examples of dreams.