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Totem and Taboo - Resemblances Between the Psychic Lives of Savages and Neurotics - cover

Totem and Taboo - Resemblances Between the Psychic Lives of Savages and Neurotics

Siegmund Freud

Traduttore A. A. Brill

Casa editrice: DigiCat

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In "Totem and Taboo," Sigmund Freud explores the intersection of psychology, anthropology, and sociology to unravel the complexities of human rituals and societal norms. Written in 1913, the book posits that totemism and the taboos associated with it reveal fundamental aspects of the human psyche, revealing connections between primitive societies and the underlying mechanisms of modern civilization. Freud employs a unique blend of psychoanalytic theory and ethnographic analysis, examining the totemic practices found in various cultures and drawing parallels to neuroses in individuals, thereby illuminating the dynamics of collective and individual subconsciousness. Freud, often heralded as the father of psychoanalysis, synthesized various fields of inquiry in his quest to understand the human mind and its development. His experiences and observations, particularly regarding the interplay between culture and psychology, informed his theories on civilization's restraining influence on innate desires. "Totem and Taboo" reflects Freud's ambition to establish a scientific basis for psychoanalysis, deeply rooted in both empirical evidence and speculative reasoning. For readers interested in the psychological foundations of culture, "Totem and Taboo" offers an essential perspective on how collective beliefs shape individual behaviors and neuroses. Freud's groundbreaking ideas encourage introspection into one's own cultural influences, making this book a vital read for anyone seeking to understand the deep-seated connections between our primal instincts and civilized existence.
Disponibile da: 02/06/2022.
Lunghezza di stampa: 159 pagine.

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