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FREUD FOR BEGINNERS - Softcover

Richard Osborne

 
9780954842116: FREUD FOR BEGINNERS

Synopsis

An introduction to Freud's work and methodology locating Freud in historical context and considering the criticisms of his theories. The splits in psychoanalytic work after Freud's death and recent Lacanian ideas are included. Osborne also looks at Freud's followers and his influence in the 20th century.

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Synopsis

The International bestseller: new edition. Freud for Beginners has been translated into thirty languages and is used on many introductory courses in psychology and sociology. Locating Freud in his historical context this new edition also looks at Freud's followers and his influence on the twentieth century. Unlike other introductions to Freud this book also considers all of the criticisms of Freud's work and methodology. From Freud's detractors and the splits in the psychoanalytic movement to the recent rise of Lacan's work and the feminist critique of Freud all of the 20th century influences are highlighted. Highly recommended by many academics this is the perfect introduction to Freud's influence in cultural and media studies and in psychotherapy itself. Written in a highly entertaining detective style manner the witty illustrations make this a thoroughly modern introduction to a classical thinker.

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