Uncovering the Hidden Roots of Psychoanalysis: The Influence of Occultism

Delve into the fascinating history of psychoanalysis with Maria Pierri’s groundbreaking book, “Occultism and the Origins of Psychoanalysis”. This meticulously researched work reveals the surprising connections between psychoanalytic ideas and the realms of hypnosis and the occult.

The Forgotten Path: Freud’s Early Investigations

Sigmund Freud’s pioneering work is well-known, but fewer are aware of his early fascination with “thought-transmission”, now recognized as telepathy. Pierri sheds light on Freud’s private explorations, which led to intriguing discussions with notable figures like Carl Jung and Sándor Ferenczi.

Their “dialogue of the unconsciouses” explored the mysteries of fortune telling, inspiring investigations into countertransference, the analytic relationship, unconscious communication, and the complex dynamics of mother-infant relationships. Both Freud and Ferenczi sought to understand the enigmatic bond between infants and their mothers, as well as the secret primal language that existed between them.

A New Perspective on Psychoanalytic Development

By analyzing primary sources, including previously unpublished English transcripts, Pierri masterfully links modern psychoanalytic practices to Freud’s occult interests. This revelatory work provides a fresh understanding of the evolution of psychoanalysis, highlighting the pivotal role of thought transference in shaping the discipline.

This book is an invaluable resource for psychoanalysts, academics, and scholars of Freudian ideas, psychoanalytic theory, the history of psychology, and the occult. It offers a captivating exploration of the unseen forces that shaped the development of psychoanalysis, making it an indispensable addition to any library or reading list.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: November 30, 2022
• Language: English
• Hardcover: 288 pages
• ISBN-10: 1032159537
• ISBN-13: 978-1032159539

Complement your understanding of psychoanalysis with Pierri’s companion volume, “Sigmund Freud and The Forsyth Case: Coincidences and Thought-Transmission in Psychoanalysis”.