The Symbolic Quest: Basic Concepts of Analytical Psychology

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Symbolic Quest by Edward C. Whitmont This book explores the use and development of mans symbolizing capacities-those qualities that make him distinctly human. Dr. Whitmont describes the symbolic approach to a dream, which takes into account a symptoms meaning in reference to an unfolding wholeness of personality. He then presents the view that the instinctual urge for meaning is ser FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book explores the use and development of mans symbolizing capacities-those qualities that make him distinctly human. Dr. Whitmont describes the symbolic approach to a dream, which takes into account a symptoms meaning in reference to an unfolding wholeness of personality. He then presents the view that the instinctual urge for meaning is served by the symbolizing capacities, and that this urge has been repressed in our time. In the field of psychology, this symbolic approach is most fully exemplified by the theories of C. G. Jung. The authors contribution includes many differentiations and speculations, especially concerning the problems of relatedness. Author Biography Born in Vienna, Edward C. Whitmont received an M.D. degree from the University of Vienna in 1936. He has lived in the United States since 1938, maintaining a private practice in New York City in analytical psychology. He is a founding member and former chairman of the C.G. Jung Training Center in New York. He has lectured and published widely on psychosomatics, homeopathy, alchemy, and psychology. Review "[Whitmont] has succeeded in what can only be called an act of creative translation... The general reader will get what has not been available before, a clear and lucid statement of the Jungian position, that life has a pattern of wholeness which can only be comprehended symbolically at this moment in time."--The Los Angeles Times Long Description This book explores the use and development of mans symbolizing capacities-those qualities that make him distinctly human. Dr. Whitmont describes the symbolic approach to a dream, which takes into account a symptoms meaning in reference to an unfolding wholeness of personality. He then presents the view that the instinctual urge for meaning is served by the symbolizing capacities, and that this urge has been repressed in our time. In the field of psychology, this symbolic approach is most fully exemplified by the theories of C. G. Jung. The authors contribution includes many differentiations and speculations, especially concerning the problems of relatedness. Review Quote [Whitmont] has succeeded in what can only be called an act of creative translation. . . . The general reader will get what has not been available before, a clear and lucid statement of the Jungian position, that life has a pattern of wholeness which can only be comprehended symbolically at this moment in time. -- The Los Angeles Times Details ISBN0691024545 Author Edward C. Whitmont Short Title SYMBOLIC QUEST Publisher Princeton University Press Series Princeton Paperbacks Language English ISBN-10 0691024545 ISBN-13 9780691024547 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1979 Imprint Princeton University Press Place of Publication New Jersey Country of Publication United States DEWEY 618.89 Illustrations illustrations Birth 1912 Pages 352 Translated from English Subtitle Basic Concepts of Analytical Psychology - Expanded Edition DOI 10.1604/9780691024547 UK Release Date 1979-01-21 NZ Release Date 1979-01-21 US Release Date 1979-01-21 Publication Date 1979-01-21 Alternative 9780691086095 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 1979-04-01 Edition Description Expanded Edition We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161685681;

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