The Freudian Wish And Its Place In Ethics

By Edwin Bissell Holt

Book Overview

The book ""The Freudian Wish And Its Place In Ethics"" by Edwin B. Holt is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of the Freudian wish and its relationship to ethics. The author delves into the theories of Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, and examines how his ideas about the unconscious mind and the nature of human desires relate to ethical decision-making.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the Freudian wish and its implications for ethics. The first chapter introduces the concept of the Freudian wish and provides a brief overview of Freud's theories. The following chapters explore the relationship between the Freudian wish and morality, the role of the unconscious mind in ethical decision-making, and the importance of understanding our own desires and motivations.Throughout the book, Holt draws on a wide range of examples and case studies to illustrate his points, including examples from literature, philosophy, and psychology. He also engages with the work of other prominent thinkers in the field of ethics, such as Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Nietzsche, to provide a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the topic.Overall, ""The Freudian Wish And Its Place In Ethics"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the complex relationship between our deepest desires and our moral values. It will be of interest to anyone interested in psychology, philosophy, or ethics, and is a valuable resource for scholars and students alike.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: 1430471778
• ISBN13: 9781430471776
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"