Knowledge in a Nutshell Sigmund Freu..., Alan Porter
Knowledge in a Nutshell Sigmund Freu..., Alan Porter
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Knowledge in a Nutshell: Sigmund Freud
The complete guide to the great psychologist

Author: Alan Porter

Narrator: Matt Bates

Unabridged: 4 hr 17 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/03/2022


Synopsis

This accessible and entertaining guide introduces Sigmund Freud's life and ideas, from dream analysis to the superego.
Sigmund Freud's theories on the unconscious revolutionised the way we approach human behaviour. This essential introduction explores his theories and the implications they had for understanding an array of psychological issues, including trauma, repressed memory, childhood development and more.
It also explores Freud's life as a scientist - the conflicts and controversies he faced when proposing his new ideas to his contemporaries - and the ways in which his theories have influenced psychology today.
Sections include:
Freud's early lifePsychoanalysisFree associationThe unconsciousInterpreting dreamsThe Oedipus complexCase historiesModern evaluations of Freud
Perfect for students on anyone wanting to get to grip with Freud's ideas, this book is the perfect introduction to the great psychoanalyst and his ground-breaking concepts.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The critically-acclaimed Knowledge in a Nutshell series provides accessible and engaging introductions to wide-ranging topics, written by experts in their fields.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sharley on February 17, 2020

A really in depth history of Freud and his works within psychology., which will be interesting to anyone with an interest in psychology and/Freud. Not quite what I was expecting as was more of a history lesson rather than an analysis and insight to Freuds work and how that impacts psychoanalysis tod......more

Goodreads review by Katie on March 08, 2024

Listened on audiobook. A good, short introduction to Freud’s work and concepts. Useful for Psychology students or just those interested in talking therapies.......more

Goodreads review by Sam on March 08, 2020

This is as the title bespeaks - Freud in a nutshell. It is a very brief outline of his academic life, work and theory. The author does a good job explaining that his book does not cover themes in depth and that he does not include many other relevant dynamics or ideas Freud had throughout his life a......more

Goodreads review by Sara on March 09, 2020

Consider this a quick reference guide on Freud and the practice of psychoanalysis. It’s written clearly and succinctly with a focus on Freud’s early life, academic contributions and impact on the field of psychology as a whole. As a therapist, I’d recommend this as an easy, highly informative read f......more

Goodreads review by Holden on December 10, 2024

Great "nutshell" hitting key points understandable to even beginners.......more