Beyond the Pleasure Principle by Sigmund Freud (English) Paperback Book

Description: Beyond the Pleasure Principle by Sigmund Freud Controversial 1920 publication expands Freuds theoretical approach to include the death drive. The philosophers concept of the ongoing struggle between harmony (Eros) and destruction (Thanatos) influenced his subsequent work. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "Perfect for students on a tight budget wanting a copy they can mark up with their own notes, or for anyone interested in just reading the text." - University of St. Andrews This controversial 1920 publication marks a turning point in the celebrated philosophers theoretical approach. Previously, Freud considered most behavior attributable to sexual impulses. In this volume, he expands his theory beyond these creative impulses to discuss the impact on human psychology of the death drive, or "Thanatos," which he defines as "an urge inherent in all organic life to restore an earlier state of things." Beyond the Pleasure Principle is among Freuds most intensely debated works, and the important questions that it raises continue to be widely debated a century later. Rejected by some as a pseudo-biological speculation, the concept of Thanatos was embraced by others and formed a path to subsequent theories concerning the minds attacks on itself, negative narcissism, and addiction to near-death experiences. The concept also helped link Western psychoanalysis with Eastern perspectives on life and death, making this book essential reading for students of psychology, history, and literature. Back Cover This controversial 1920 publication marks a turning point in the celebrated philosophers theoretical approach. Previously, Freud considered most behavior attributable to sexual impulses. In this volume, he expands his theory beyond these creative impulses to discuss the impact on human psychology of the death drive, or "Thanatos," which he defines as "an urge inherent in all organic life to restore an earlier state of things." Beyond the Pleasure Principle is among Freuds most intensely debated works, and the important questions that it raises continue to be widely debated a century later. Rejected by some as a pseudo-biological speculation, the concept of Thanatos was embraced by others and formed a path to subsequent theories concerning the minds attacks on itself, negative narcissism, and addiction to near-death experiences. The concept also helped link Western psychoanalysis with Eastern perspectives on life and death, making this book essential reading for students of psychology, history, and literature. Author Biography The Father of Psychoanalysis, Freud ranks among the most important figures in Western psychology, and this is his most famous work. Freud is responsible for the theories of parapraxis (Freudian slips), dreams as wish fulfillment, the Oedipus complex, repression, the unconscious mind, and other concepts. Long Description First published in 1920, Beyond the Pleasure Principle documents Freuds expansion of his psychological theories. Heretofore insisting that pleasure and sexual instinct are the chief factors in human behavior, Freud introduced the concepts of death drive and death instinct in this volume, depicting humanity as constantly struggling between the two opposing drives. Details ISBN0486790304 Author Sigmund Freud Year 2015 ISBN-10 0486790304 ISBN-13 9780486790305 Media Book Pages 80 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Short Title BEYOND THE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE Language English Residence US Birth 1856 Death 1939 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Format Paperback UK Release Date 2015-03-27 Series Thrift Editions AU Release Date 2015-03-27 NZ Release Date 2015-03-27 US Release Date 2015-03-27 Publication Date 2015-03-27 DEWEY 150.1952 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:92053985;

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