SIGMUND FREUD

SIGMUND FREUD

Κωδικός: SMTRA-978-0-415-47369-9

The work of Sigmund Freud has penetrated almost every area of literary theory and cultural studies, as well as contemporary culture. Pamela Thurschwell explains and contextualises psychoanalytic theory and its meaning for modern thinking. This updated second edition explores developments and responses to Freuds work, including: tracing contexts and developments of Freuds work over the course of his careerexploring paradoxes and contradictions in his writingfocusing on psychoanalysis as an interpretative strategy, paying special attention to its impact on literary and cultural theoryexamining the recent backlash against Freud and arguing for the continued relevance of psychoanalysis. Encouraging and preparing readers to approach Freuds original texts, this guide ensures that readers of all levels will find Freud accessible, challenging and of continued relevance.