The Psychopathology of Everyday Life
The Psychopathology of Everyday Life
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
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BetaThe Psychopathology of Everyday Life
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005116
Book • Nonfiction
Vienna, Austria • 1900s
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Psychopathology of Everyday Life by Sigmund Freud, translated by A.A. Brill, explores how unconscious thoughts manifest in everyday occurrences such as slips of the tongue, misplacing objects, and forgetting names. The work highlights Freud's theories on the influence of the unconscious mind on human behavior and the significance of seemingly trivial mistakes.
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Freud's The Psychopathology of Everyday Life, translated by Brill, garners praise for illuminating the unconscious mind's role in daily errors and slips. While some admire its pioneering insights, others find it outdated and lacking empirical support. Brill's translation is noted for clarity, though it occasionally misses Freud's nuanced intent.
Who Should Read The Psychopathology of Everyday Life?
A reader interested in The Psychopathology of Everyday Life may enjoy exploring the unconscious mind and Freudian slips. This reader likely appreciates works like Jung's Modern Man in Search of a Soul or Frankl's Man’s Search for Meaning, valuing psychoanalysis and its impact on daily behavior and thought.
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Book • Nonfiction
Vienna, Austria • 1900s
2005
Adult
18+ years
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