First published in 1999. This is Volume XIX of thirty-eight in the General Psychology series. Written in 1921, Man's unconscious passion, looks at the factors that influence us or make an impression and how the situation for the unconscious is always much more extensive than it is for consciousness.

First published in 1999. This is Volume XIV of thirty-two in the Developmental Psychology series. Written in 1919, this book tests the hypothesis that the unconscious portion of each human mind, child or adult, is an activity which plays an extremely important, if not an exclusively controlling, role in the life of every individual.

"A Plea for Monogamy" by Wilfrid Lay explores the complexities of romantic relationships and the societal expectations surrounding them. The book delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of monogamy, arguing for its value in fostering deep connections between partners. Lay presents a compelling case for why monogamous relationships can lead to greater fulfillment and stability, contrasting them with the often chaotic nature of non-monogamous arrangements. Through personal anecdo...

We are living in an age when the contrast between intellectual complexity and emotional simplicity is becoming so great that the emotional reactions and, because of them, the creative and destructive acts of men are more and more unpredictable and variegated. Intellectual attainment has reached an extraordinary height. Emotions have not been trained or developed, if indeed they are capable of development. They may not be, though it will be assumed in a later chapter that they are susceptib...

The complete third and fourth series of the classic radio sitcom starring Harry H Corbett and Wilfrid Brambell, adapted from the much-loved TV series.Steptoe and Son ran for eight series on BBC TV and even spawned two feature films. Such was the series’ popularity in the mid-1960s that the cast specially recorded numerous episodes for BBC radio.Here, collected together for the first time, are all the episodes from the third and fourth radio series, scripted and ada...

Series 5 and 6 of the vintage radio sitcom starring Harry H Corbett and Wilfrid Brambell, adapted from the much-loved TV series.Steptoe and Son was hugely successful, with eight series broadcast on BBC TV and two spin-off feature films. So popular was the show that many episodes were subsequently recorded for BBC radio.Collected together for the first time, here are all the episodes from the fifth and sixth radio series, scripted and adapted for radio by Hancock's ...

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, The Denial of Death explores how people and cultures around the world have reacted to the concept of death from celebrated cultural anthropologist Ernest Becker.Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1974 and the culmination of a life’s work, The Denial of Death is Ernest Becker’s brilliant and impassioned answer to the “why” of human existence. In bold contrast to the predominant Freudian school of thought, Becker tackles t...

"Dream Psychology" (also known as "Dream Psychology - Psychoanalysis for beginners") was first published in 1921. It is a definitive work which changed the climate of treatments and handling of different neuroses and dysfunctional people. The book is divided into nine chapters. In many of them, Sigmund Freud uses his own dreams as subjects for interpretation, while in others, he uses his patients' dreams to elucidate his theories of psychoanalysis. While some of the theories may n...

This early work by Sigmund Freud was originally published in 1920 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis' contains Freud's theories on the psychology of dreams, sexual development, neuroses, and other aspects of psychoanalysis. Sigismund Schlomo Freud was born on 6th May 1856, in the Moravian town of Príbor, now part of the Czech Republic. He studied a variety of subjects, including philosophy, physiology, and zoolo...

Civilization and Its Discontents by Sigmund Freud: Explore the complexities of the human psyche with "Civilization and Its Discontents" by Sigmund Freud. Through a series of essays, Freud examines the tension between the individual and society, and the ways in which civilization shapes our desires and behaviors. This groundbreaking work remains a cornerstone of psychology and philosophy.Why This Book?"Civili...

Adler emphasizes the importance of social interest, or the innate human desire to connect with others, as a driving force behind behavior. He discusses how feelings of inferiority and striving for superiority influence personality and shape one's goals. Adler also delves into the impact of family dynamics, early childhood experiences, and societal influences on an individual's development.The book is written in an accessible style, aimed at both professionals and the general reader. It ser...

A philosophical critique of how society encourages us to avoid risk when we should instead accept it.When Anne Dufourmantelle drowned in a heroic attempt to save two children caught in rough seas, obituaries around the world rarely failed to recall that she authored In Praise of Risk, implying that her death confirmed the ancient adage that to philosophize is to learn how to die. Now available in English, this magnificent book indeed offers a trenchant crit...