The Symbolism Of Sex

By Ernest Jones and S. Ferenczi

Book Overview

The Symbolism of Sex is a book written by S�����ndor Ferenczi, a Hungarian psychoanalyst, in which he explores the symbolic nature of human sexuality. The book delves into the various ways in which sexual impulses and desires manifest themselves in our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and how they are expressed through language, art, and culture.Ferenczi argues that sexuality is not just a physical act, but also a deeply psychological and symbolic one. He examines the ways in which sexual fantasies, dreams, and experiences are shaped by our unconscious desires and fears, and how they reflect our deepest fears, anxieties, and longings.The book covers a wide range of topics related to sexuality, including the role of the Oedipus complex in shaping sexual identity, the significance of sexual taboos and rituals, and the relationship between sexuality and creativity. Ferenczi also discusses the impact of social and cultural factors on sexual behavior, and how sexual symbolism is expressed in literature, art, and mythology.Overall, The Symbolism of Sex is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the complex and multifaceted nature of human sexuality, and its many symbolic meanings and expressions.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sex in Psychoanalysis, by S. Ferenczi. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766136310.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162871288
• ISBN13: 9781162871288
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"