A Critical Dictionary of Psychoanalysis, Second Edition (Penguin Reference Books)

By Charles Rycroft

Book Overview

Charles Rycroft's 'Critical Dictionary of Psychoanalysis' is an established reference work providing clear definitions and critical discussions of the technical terms used in psychoanalysis. "An accurate and witty guide to the meaning of psychoanalytic terms ... it] also explains the various controversies which have disfigured the psychoanalytic movement and which are such a puzzle to those outside it. For anyone concerned with psychoanalysis and its offshoots this is an indispensable book" Anthony Storr

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B008XZZAUY
• ISBN13: 9780140513103
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: Penguin Group USA
• Length: 213 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.8" x 0.8" x 5.0"

Customer Reviews

I disagree

I have to disagree with the previous review. This book, published in 1968 is still enjoyable and relevant today. Mr. Rycroft cross references his terms so well that what begins as a quick look-up becomes a delving into a variety of theoretical constructs. I own Mr. LaPlanche's book as well, and it is a good dictionary as well, but don't miss out on having this in your library. Its good. (Fours stars only for its age)