Stevens, Anthony
Jung: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192854582
- author:
- Stevens, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 17.02 x 1.52 x 10.67 centimetres
- Genre:
- Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Jung: A Very Short Introduction by Anthony Stevens This concise introduction to Jungian psychology provides a clear overview of the key concepts, including the collective unconscious, complex, archetype, and individuation of the Self. Stevens examines Jung's views on a range of subjects, from myth and religion to alchemy and the psychology of gender differences. The book offers a balanced exploration of Jung's ideas, including his theory of psychological types and the interpretation of dreams, as well as his practice of Jungian analysis. Stevens also addresses the controversy surrounding Jung's alleged Nazi sympathies, providing a nuanced understanding of the complex historical context in which Jung's work emerged. By exploring Jung's visionary powers and profound spirituality, Stevens reveals how his ideas have helped many to find an alternative set of values in a world dominated by materialism.