'Occultism and the Origins of Psychoanalysis' and 'Sigmund Freud and The Forsyth Case' (2 Volume Set)

Sigmund Freud and The Forsyth Case investigates one of Sigmund Freud's most mysterious clinical experiences, the Forsyth case, using newly discovered primary sources. Maria Pierri attempts to recover the lost original case notes and explores Freuds further investigations into thought-transmission. Occultism and the Origins of Psychoanalysis traces the origins of key psychoanalytic ideas back to hypnosis and the occult, linking modern psychoanalytic practice with Freuds interests in the occult. These books are essential reading for psychoanalysts, academics, and scholars of psychoanalytic studies, Freudian ideas, psychoanalytic theory, the occult, spirituality, and the history of psychology.

Format: Mixed media product
Length: 558 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Sigmund Freud and The Forsyth Case delves into one of the enigmatic clinical experiences of Sigmund Freud, exploring the Forsyth case through newly discovered primary sources. Author Maria Pierri begins by providing a preliminary illustration of the case, its historical context, and its connection to Freud's interests in "thought-transmission" or telepathy. Pierris mission is to recover the lost original case notes, which are published here for the first time, in order to identify the patient involved and to place the case within the broader context of Freud's work.

The book also delves into Freud's subsequent investigations into thought-transmission, particularly focusing on a meeting of the Secret Committee in October 1919 and his clinical work with his own daughter, Anna.

Occultism and the Origins of Psychoanalysis traces the origins of key psychoanalytic ideas back to their roots in hypnosis and the occult. Author Maria Pierri follows Sigmund Freud's early interest in "thought transmission," now known as telepathy. Freud's private investigations led to discussions with other prominent figures, including Sandor Ferenczi, with whom he engaged in a "dialogue of the unconsciouses." Their work assessed how fortune tellers could read the past from a client, inspiring their investigations into countertransference, the analytic relationship, unconscious communication, and mother-infant relationality. Pierri effectively connects modern psychoanalytic practice with Freud's interests in the occult, utilizing primary sources that have never been published in English.

These books are highly valuable for psychoanalysts in practice and training, as well as academics and scholars of psychoanalytic studies, Freudian ideas, psychoanalytic theory, the occult, spirituality, and related fields. They offer insightful perspectives and deepen our understanding of Freud's enigmatic clinical experiences and his broader intellectual pursuits.

Weight: 1080g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032308920