
Freud: The Key Ideas
Psychoanalysis, dreams, the unconscious and more
Ruth Snowden(Author)
TEACH YOURSELF (Publisher)
Published on 26. February 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-4441-0328-1 (ISBN)
Description
Is this the right book for me?
Gain a solid understanding of the main concepts
Reading the complete works of Sigmund Freud would take more time than most of us have to spare. Freud - the Key Ideas condenses all the information you need about the life and work of the great man into one book. With clear explanations and examples drawn from Freud's own cases you will soon have a solid understanding of the main concepts, from psychosexual development to dream analysis.
Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features:
Not got much time?
One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.
Author insights
Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.
Test yourself
Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.
Extend your knowledge
Extra online articles to give you a richer understanding of the subject.
Five things to remember
Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.
Try this
Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Gain a solid understanding of the main concepts
Reading the complete works of Sigmund Freud would take more time than most of us have to spare. Freud - the Key Ideas condenses all the information you need about the life and work of the great man into one book. With clear explanations and examples drawn from Freud's own cases you will soon have a solid understanding of the main concepts, from psychosexual development to dream analysis.
Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features:
Not got much time?
One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.
Author insights
Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.
Test yourself
Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.
Extend your knowledge
Extra online articles to give you a richer understanding of the subject.
Five things to remember
Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.
Try this
Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Reviews / Votes
"a very useful book for anyone who wants a handy reference work on Freud's work and ideas, whether they are an academic or a general reader" * Amazon reviewer * "For anyone even with a passing interest in Psychology or the mind of Sigmund Freud, then this is an excellent starting point to get you well on your way to studying the man" * Amazon reviewer * "All you need to know about Freud in one neat package" * Amazon reviewer *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Murray Press
Illustrations
10 b/w line drawings, 10 half tones
Dimensions
Height: 197 mm
Width: 130 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
228 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4441-0328-1 (9781444103281)
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12/2017
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E-Book
02/2010
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Person
Ruth Snowden first became interested in the works of Freud while studying for her BSc degree in Psychology at the University of Birmingham. She went on to set up a complementary therapy practice offering personal development. In 1998, her first book, Working with Dreams, was published, her research for which led her back into the realms of Freud. She is currently a full-time writer.
Content
Introduction 1. Freud's life and career 2. Freud's early work and influences 3. The beginnings of psychoanalysis 4. The interpretation of dreams 5. Exploring the unconscious 6. Sexual theories 7. Going back to childhood 8. Seeking an adult identity 9. Freud and society 10. Psychoanalysis Glossary Taking it further