Psychoanalysis or the Freudian Philosophy A Popular Exposition of its Truths and Errors

By William J. Robinson

Book Overview

Psychoanalysis or the Freudian Philosophy A Popular Exposition of its Truths and Errors by William J. Robinson is a book that provides a comprehensive overview of the theories and practices of psychoanalysis as developed by Sigmund Freud. The author presents a critical analysis of the Freudian philosophy, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses. The book is written in a clear and accessible language, making it suitable for both students and lay readers interested in the field of psychology. It covers various topics such as the unconscious mind, dream interpretation, sexuality, and the Oedipus complex. The author also discusses the criticisms and controversies surrounding psychoanalysis, including its lack of empirical evidence and its potential for harm. Overall, this book is an informative and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the history and development of psychoanalysis.1924. A critical review of psychoanalysis. Contents: Introduction; Dreams; An analysis of a simple dream; Some more dreams analyzed; Two dreams supposed to prove cruelty to animals; A little dream of my own; Day dreams and night dreams; Exposing our thoughts and feelings to the world; Are the motives of our acts conscious or unconscious? A day's acts; The Oedipus complex; The anal-erotic complex; The errors of everyday life; Psychoanalysis and random numbers; Miscellaneous Freudian statements and comments; Syphilophobia and homosexuality; Don Juan, Messalina and homosexuality; Impotence and the mother-sister picture; Psychoanalysis for everybody; What is true in Freudism? Why I feel so strongly in the matter; Sexual perversions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162579315
• ISBN13: 9781162579313
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"