Freud, Sigmund
The Uncanny (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141182377
- author:
- Freud, Sigmund
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Uncanny is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explores the nature of human personality and creativity. In this probing biographical essay, Sigmund Freud examines the character and genius of Leonardo da Vinci, a figure who fascinated Freud due to his own enigmatic personality. Freud delves into da Vinci's character, his artistic style, and the underlying psychological forces that drove his work.
Freud's exploration of da Vinci's life and art is marked by a keen interest in the subject's sexuality and the ways in which it influenced his work. This volume contains some of Freud's most insightful and provocative writing, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of art and psychology.
With its intriguing and thought-provoking ideas, The Uncanny is a compelling read for anyone interested in psychology, art, and the human psyche. This collection of essays provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of history's greatest artists and thinkers.
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