Unlocking the Secrets of Freud’s “Moses and Monotheism”

Sigmund Freud’s final book, “Moses and Monotheism”, written between 1934 and 1939, is a thought-provoking masterpiece that still resonates with contemporary society. In “On Freud’s ‘Moses and Monotheism'”, a team of contributors delves into the historical context of the book, exploring Freud’s mindset and his struggles to escape the Nazi regime in Austria.

Unraveling the Themes and Implications

The book’s chapters draw parallels between Freud’s work and modern society, examining topics such as:

• Historical truth and its significance in our understanding of the past
• The impact of Nazism on Freud’s writing and its relevance to contemporary politics
• The fascinating relationship between Freud and Moses, two leaders who shaped the course of human history
• The transmission of trauma across generations and its effects on our collective psyche
• The origins and psychodynamics of anti-Semitism, a phenomenon that still plagues our world today
• The search for a “Promised Land” and the struggle for cultural identity

A Book for the Ages

“On Freud’s ‘Moses and Monotheism'” is an essential read for psychoanalysts, psychoanalytic psychotherapists, scholars, and social scientists. This thought-provoking book will appeal to anyone interested in exploring the nature of truth, the human condition, and the broader implications of Freud’s ideas on civilization.

Book Details:

Publisher: Routledge

Edition: 1st edition (November 30, 2022)

Language: English

Format: Hardcover

Pages: 214

ISBN-10: 103222312X

ISBN-13: 978-1032223124

This book is a must-have for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Freud’s work and its continued relevance in today’s world.