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Edward F. Edinger

Anatomy of the Psyche: Alchemical Symbolism in Psychotherapy (Reality of the Psyche Series) Paperback – Standard Edition, February 19, 1991

by Edward F. Edinger (Author)

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"Edinger has greatly enriched my understanding of psychology through the avenue of alchemy. No other contribution has been as helpful as this for revealing, in a word, the anatomy of the psyche and how it applies to where one is in his or her process. This is a significant amplification and extension of Jung's work. Two hundred years from now, it will still be a useful handbook and an inspiring aid to those who care about individuation". -- Psychological Perspectives

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Series: Reality of the Psyche Series (Book 1)
Paperback: 284 pages
Publisher: Open Court Publishing Company; 3rd Edition edition (February 19, 1991)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0812690095
ISBN-13: 978-0812690095
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 19 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #91,568 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #55 in Books > Medical Books > Psychology > Movements > Jungian
- #76 in Books > Medical Books > Psychology > Movements > Psychoanalysis
- #104 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Psychology & Counseling > Psychoanalysis

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Zach

Beneficial Resource on the Subject

December 17, 2012

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I picked up this book at the suggestion of a friend due to my interest in the dream work, and I've discovered it to be an excellent study on symbolism and how it can be applied to the symbolism of our dreams as well in ourselves. This book is divided into seven stages corresponding to different functions of the Alchemical Work and their psychological analogues, which all added to my understanding of the symbolism and its importance on one's psychology.

I most certainly agree with one reviewer that there are no hard and fast rules in decoding the symbolism of dreams as I often found myself at disadvantages with interpreting my own dreams for self-growth. But, it is best to gain more theories and guidelines on the subject which become the available tools for us to use in interpreting.

Indeed, this book is not an easy reading but proved to be useful and one of excellent resources on the subject.

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Abner RosenweigTop Contributor: Writing

Good but not definitive

March 10, 2015

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Edinger is a titan in depth psychology. Consequently I had great expectations for this book and was a bit disappointed. The research and scholarship are first rate, and the illustrations from classic alchemical texts are fantastic. However, even though Edinger expresses up front that alchemical processes in psychology have no single linear progression and must be addressed through an examination of its various operations, the book places too much emphasis on the parts rather than the whole and, I feel, loses the forest in the trees. I would have appreciated a more holistic approach that emphasized how the processes work in concert to achieve transformation. Also, while Edinger provides a good outline of what each alchemical operation is, he doesn't focus enough on how the processes operate in individual psychic transformation. A case study illustrating the operations in practice would have been useful. So, the book is a good resource, but to get a clearer sense of how alchemy operates in the psyche, I'll have to look elsewhere.

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James Brandenburg

For those who are studying alchemical and Jungian psychology, ...

January 31, 2015

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For those who are studying alchemical and Jungian psychology, this book simplifies what C.G Jung and Maria Luisa von Franz write about alchemy. Understanding alchemy is necessary for understanding dream symbols.

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J. Schackai

A Concise Map of the Developing Human Mind

February 25, 2015

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Edinger says that the alchemists unintentionally built a map of the human psyche when they developed their theories about the material world; then proceeds to give example after example of the parallels between Jung's psychological framework and the alchemical "discoveries." Well worth the read.

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Five Stars

March 24, 2018

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Wonderful book - nice bridge between alchemy and Jung

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Tricky D

Understand Alchemy!

November 20, 2017

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This book helps to explain alchemy. Doesn't really give an actual anatomy of the psyche but it's still a really good read.

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A. J. Sulecki

Aha!

March 28, 2010

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This book is fascinating read and teaches, through a specific set of rich and beautiful symbols, one way to spiritual enlightenment. I read it again and again.

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Best alchemy book

May 11, 2012

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Very clear presentation of main 7 stages. I suspect there are more stages that Edinger could have explored - but these are great. Very helpful in thinking about dreams.

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