Dreams and Myths. Studies in the Psychology of Peoples. The History of Libido Development Based on Psychoanalysis of Mental Disorders

"Dreams and Myths. Studies in the Psychology of Peoples. The History of Libido Development Based on Psychoanalysis of Mental Disorders" is a seminal work by Karl Abraham, a prominent disciple of Sigmund Freud. This 272-page book, published in 2026 by Verba Publishing, delves into the intricate connections between dreams, myths, and the development of libido through the lens of psychoanalysis. In the first part, "Dreams and Myths. Studies in the Psychology of Peoples, " Abraham applies psychoanalytic methods to interpret mythological images, demonstrating that collective beliefs and folk traditions originate from the same sources as dreams. The second part, "The History of Libido Development Based on Psychoanalysis of Mental Disorders, " offers a detailed systematization of early stages of psychosexual development, revealing their direct link to the nature of fixations and the structure of regressions in neurotic and psychotic disorders. This book is invaluable for psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, clinical psychologists, and educators in the humanities. It provides profound insights into the depths of human psychology, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the human psyche.