Sigmund Freud by Susan Sugarman

Sigmund Freud by Susan Sugarman

In this clear and concise volume, Susan Sugarman introduces the work of Sigmund Freud and keenly illustrates the impact his pioneering contributions have had on the way we think about ourselves and each other.

'Introducing Freud as theoretician, clinician, and astute social observer, Sugarman retrieves the brilliance so often buried by misreading and simplificationShe manages in this distinguished short book to both describe and embody the sweeping scope and meticulous detail of Freudian thought. Underlining Freud’s quest for primary principles, she captures their elegant combining in his analysis of human nature and civilization. Showing the startling contemporary relevance of Freudian thought and technique, the book is a condensed treasure.'

Shlomit Yadlin-Gadot, Author of Truth Matters: Theory and Practice in Psychoanalysis and Lacanian Psychoanalysis

'Sigmund Freud – A Contemporary Introduction is a real tour de force. Clear, succinct and informative, Sugarman touches on all the essential bases. Part One summarizes the main concepts and methods that underly Freud’s theory of mind. Here Sugarman structures her account around Freud’s pleasure principle. She returns to the principle throughout the book showing how it plays a motivating role in all of Freud’s explanations of human activity. Part Two explores the significant empirical payoff Freud’s theory of mind has when applied to solving 4 core problems that lie at the heart of his picture of the human condition. In each case, Sugarman adopts the wise strategy of focusing on what Freud has to say in a single book on the topic. This allows her to delve more deeply into his arguments and the empirical data he uses to support his explanations. The book also breaks new ground in pointing out that a number of mis-readings of central Freudian ideas have ill served actual psychoanalytic practice. As with her previous publications on Freud, Sugarman brings an impressive scholarship and unique voice to the discussions.'

Robert Schwartz, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, U.S.

Susan Sugarman is Professor of Psychology at Princeton University, USA, and a former Fulbright and Guggenheim fellow. She is known for her close studies of Freud's theory.

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ISBN 13	9781032495477
ISBN 10	1032495472
Title	Sigmund Freud
Author	Susan Sugarman
Series	Routledge Introductions To Contemporary Psychoanalysis
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2023-09-01
Number of pages	114
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