Kerr, John

A Most Dangerous Method: The Story of Jung, Freud, and Sabina Spielrein

New York: Alfred A. Knopf:, 1993. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.

A Fine Hardcover in a Fine Dust Jacket. A New Giftable Book. No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling. First Edition, First Printing.

A Most Dangerous Method is an enlightening exploration of the relationships that shaped psychoanalysis. Kerr’s detailed account offers new perspectives on the lives of these influential figures and their lasting impact on the field of psychology.

This compelling and meticulously researched account examines the complex relationships between three pivotal figures. The book explores the personal and professional dynamics that shaped their groundbreaking work in psychology, focusing particularly on the influence of Spielrein, a former patient who became both a lover and a colleague to Jung.

Using a wealth of personal correspondence, journals, and clinical notes, Kerr provides an intimate look into the early days of psychoanalysis, exploring the intersections of love, power, and intellectual rivalry. The narrative not only reveals the personal tensions between these famous figures but also offers a broader commentary on the early development of psychoanalytic theory.

Subjects: Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, Sabina Spielrein, Psychoanalysis, Psychology, Intellectual History, Biography, Psychology, History.

Item #20692
ISBN: 0679404120

Price: $30.00