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The Red Book

By C. G. Jung
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The Red Book by C. G. Jung is a profound journey into the depths of Jung's own mind, blending philosophy and psychology. It chronicles his exploration of the unconscious through vivid imagery, personal reflections, and an intricate process he called "active imagination." The work offers insight into the genesis of some of Jung's groundbreaking psychological theories, serving as both an introspective diary and a philosophical treatise.
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You might enjoy this profound work if you're fascinated by the intricate interplay between the conscious and unconscious mind. This book offers a unique journey into the inner visions and spiritual explorations of one of the most influential figures in psychology, providing insight into his personal and philosophical development. It's ideal for those interested in deep introspection and the transformative potential of the psyche through art and narrative.

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The Red Book

The most influential unpublished work in the history of psychology.

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The most influential unpublished work in the history of psychology.

When Carl Jung embarked on an extended self-exploration he called his "confrontation with the unconscious," the heart of it was The Red Book, a large, illuminated volume he created between 1914 and 1930. Here he developed his principle theories—of the archetypes, the collective unconscious, and the process of individuation—that transformed psychotherapy from a practice concerned with treatment of the sick into a means for higher development of the personality.

While Jung considered The Red Book to be his most important work, only a handful of people have ever seen it. Now, in a complete facsimile and translation, it is available to scholars and the general public. It is an astonishing example of calligraphy and art on a par with The Book of Kells and the illuminated manuscripts of William Blake. This publication of The Red Book is a watershed that will cast new light on the making of modern psychology.

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The Red Book by C. G. Jung is esteemed for its philosophical depth and visual beauty, attracting those with a penchant for Jung's analytical psychology and mythic allegory. Critics praise the book as a landmark in understanding Jung's exploration of the subconscious, lauding its spiritual insights amidst contemporary quests for meaning beyond materialism. Its striking illustrations left a notable impression on reviewers, highlighting its impact as a treasured artefact among Jungian scholars and enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393065671

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 October 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Illustration: 212 color illustrations

Contributors:

  • Edited by Sonu Shamdasani
  • Translated by Mark Kyburz
  • Translated by John Peck
  • Introduction by Sonu Shamdasani
  • Translated by Sonu Shamdasani

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 48.0mm

Width: 307.0mm

Height: 404.0mm

Weight: 3977g

Pages: 404

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About the Author


Born in 1875, C. G. Jung was a Swiss psychiatrist and innovative thinker whose most influential ideas include the concept of psychological archetypes, the collective unconscious, and synchronicity. He is the author of numerous works, including Memories, Dreams, Reflections and Man and His Symbols. He died in 1961.

Sonu Shamdasani, a preeminent Jung historian, is Reader in Jung History at Wellcome Trust Centre for the History of Medicine at University College London. He lives in London, England.

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