Directly after the 1900 publication of The Interpretation of Dreams, Freud wrote this more concise, accessible version of his theory of dreams as disguised wish fulfillment. This classic of modern psychology contrasts scientific and popular views of dreams, considers their origins, and discusses the effects of mental mechanisms.
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Rating: - Readable, but not a great translation
I bought this edition for a course because it was cheap. This is a good introduction to Freud's theory of dreams. Quite readable. My only problem was with the translation -- it's an early 20th century British translation and apparently some of the sex stuff was "cleaned up" by the translator, who didn't want to offend british sensibilities. I'd recommend another translation.
Rating: - Freud/On Dreams
Very good for used--almost like new. Decent price and good service. Thanks.
Rating: - An Interesting Look At The Concept Of Dreaming
This Review refers to the paperback edition of On Dreams (Dover Thrift Editions), composed by Sigmund Freud and as translated by M. D. Eder.
Freud's On Dreams is, quite simply, a downsized Interpretation of Dreams simplified so that non-psychologists are able to understand the basics of his theories concerning the matter. In this particular work, Freud makes an effort to explain what dreams are and how they relate to the dreamer. He also explains his thoughts on how the mind constructs ... Read More
Rating: - Dream On
This book is an extremely condensed version of Freud's thoughts on dreams. The book is 45 pages so it is an easy read that tends to be more readily available though other book selling sites.
Freud groups dreams into those with obvious meanings, those with latent meanings, and those that are incoherent. He goes on to explain how dreams can be interpreted. A section is even devoted specifically to interpreting the dreams of children. Freud has a lot of interesting things to say, but like ... Read More
Rating: - Still relevant
Freud has taken a beating in recent years, but if you ask me, far too many people blindly accept all the received wisdom about him (he was sexist, unscientific, dogmatic) instead of going straight to the source. The agreeably brief "On Dreams," while far from a comprehensive look at the subject, is a good crash-course on this fascinating topic, still worth reading generations after its initial publication.
Here, Freud convincingly demolishes the long-standing scientific argument, ... Read More
- Readable, but not a great translation
- Dream On
