Routledge Critical Thinkers : Sigmund Freud

by PamelaThurschwell (Author)

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  Paperback
  2000

  $4.93

  Sigmund Freud provides an invaluable introduction to the life and work of one of the twentieth century's most important thinkers. Studied on most undergraduate literary and cultural studies courses, Sigmund Freud takes a fresh look at the work of this groundbreaking theorist, offering students a clear introduction to Freud's importance for psychoanalytic literary criticism, while tracing the scientific and cultural contexts from which he emerged. This book guides readers through Freud's terminology and key ideas and includes a detailed bibliography of his own and other relevant texts.

• New

  Paperback
  2009

  $28.98

  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 Freud's work, including: * tracing contexts and developments of Freud's work over the course of his career * exploring paradoxes and contradictions in his writing * focusing on psychoanalysis as an interpretative strategy, paying special attention to its impact on literary and cultural theory * examining the recent backlash against Freud and arguing for the continued relevance of psychoanalysis. Encouraging and preparing readers to approach Freud's original texts, this guide ensures that readers of all levels will find Freud accessible, challenging and of continued relevance.