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Civilization and Its Discontents (Readings Classics)
[Paperback - 2024]
sigmund freud
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Publisher: Readings | ISBN: 9786275100492 | Pages: 86
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A seminal work in the fields of psychology and philosophy, Civilization and Its Discontents explores the inherent tensions between individual instincts and societal norms. It examines the psychological underpinnings of civilization, arguing that the development of society necessitates the repression of basic human desires. Freud posits that while civilization offers security and communal structure, it simultaneously leads to feelings of discontent and unease in individuals. He delves into the conflict between the pleasure principle and the reality principle, highlighting the struggle between our primal urges and the demands of social order. Through a blend of psychoanalytic theory and philosophical inquiry, he articulates the complexities of human nature and the costs of societal progress. First published in 1930, this influential work remains a crucial reference for understanding the dynamics of culture, individuality, and the psychological challenges faced in modern life.

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Sigmund Freud was born on 6 May 1856, in Freiberg (now Příbor in the present-day Czech Republic) in the Austrian Empire. Celebrated as the pioneering neurologist and the father of psychoanalysis, he stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of psychology. Freud's revolutionary ideas transformed our understanding of human mind and behaviour. His ground-breaking theories, including the concept of the unconscious mind, the Oedipus complex and the role of dreams, reshaped the landscape of psychological thought. Beyond the clinical realm, his work extends into cultural and social analyses leaving an indelible mark on disciplines ranging from psychiatry to literature. Having fled Austria following the Nazi occupation, Freud spent the last year of his life in London, England, where he died of cancer on 23 September 1939.

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