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Civilization and Its Discontents

By: Sigmund Freud
Narrated by: Steven Crossley
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First published in 1930, Civilization and Its Discontents is one of the most influential works of pioneering psychologist Sigmund Freud. Focusing on the tension between the primitive drives of the individual and the demands of civilization for order and conformity, Freud draws upon his psychoanalytic theories to explain the fundamental structures, conflicts, and consequences of society. Written in the aftermath of World War I, Civilization and Its Discontents advances the idea that humans' instinctive desires---violent urges and sexual drives---create the need for law and structure, which, when implemented, create constant feelings of discontent. A seminal work in psychology, Civilization and Its Discontents has sparked debate since its publication and continues to be widely read today. This edition is the translation by James Strachey.

©1961 Institute of Psychoanalysis (P)2011 Tantor Developmental Psychology Psychology Psychology & Mental Health

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There was some really great points but in critical junctures it was circuitous and tedious. I got a few gems all the same

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this book was well written and help me in my sociology ,psychology studies a excellent choice for true understanding of humanity this is a round about where we are now destroying each other we need to become conscious and love each other with compassion and kindness

Sigmund Freud

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As above I didn't like the narrator much, I found him distracting and not engaging, I'm British and think I would have preferred a less posh narrator.
That said the book is great and perhaps Mr Freud's best work

Shame about the narrator, great book

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A very intuitive book. Helps me to understand the internal personality changes I am experiencing as an adult. Plus the calming and settling of mind I have towards everyday situations.

understanding difference between guilt and remorse

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After reading this book one may think the world world works in perfect balance. But when I read it one more time, it seemed to me like entropy runs the show. Loved the reader, great voice!

Read it twice

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