A Dictionary Of Dream Symbols: With An Introduction To Dream Psychology (Paperback)

~ (Author) "Every image that comes up in a dream means something, but the same image may mean different things for different people or for the same..." (more)
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Product Description

Gain vivid insights into your dreams with this encyclopedic and intriguing guide to the significance of over 700 dream symbols! Understand the classic theories and the revolutionary works of Freud and Jung, along with more recent philosophies. From "abandonment," "dragons," and "murder" to "roller coasters," "tattoos," and "zodiacal signs," you'll find comprehensive meanings listed in an easy-to-reference alphabetical format. Extensive cross-referencing. 316 pages, 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

About the Author

Eric Ackroyd has been a college and university lecturer. With degrees in philosophy and religion, he has spent many years studying the symbolism of diverse religious traditions and philosophies. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 316 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (December 31, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0713723637
• ISBN-13: 978-0713723632
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #767,867 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best for psychological dream interpretation., July 16, 2001

By	"rainy721" (New York) - See all my reviews

I have been interested in dream analysis for several years, but each book I read gave a prophetic interpretation of dreams. Although this can be fun, I wanted to find out the deeper meaning of the themes and symbols in my dreams. This book has several explanations for each symbol, stemming from theories of Freud and Jung. It gives the reader meaningful insights about dreams, and it is also very easy to use and understand. The symbols are listed in alphabetical order, covering everything from objects to specific feelings. I have never had trouble finding anything, even if it seemed really abstract. If you are serious about dream analysis, this book should be on your nightstand.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Some good stuff, February 10, 2004

By A Customer

This book was o.k. It follows Jung and Freud very well. There are a lot of symbols meanings available. I had trouble relating many of the meanings to me and my dreams. One good thing was that its not one of those books that tell you your fortune or what's in the future. Also it has a good introductory about important aspects of dreaming.

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best, September 17, 2002

By	living seas (Nashville, TN USA) - See all my reviews

Of the 6 or so books on dreams that I own; this is one of the best. While the interpretations given are from an analytical viewpoint, they are written in simple language and in a straight-forward manner. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to understand their dreams.