This author explored the link between sexuality and neurosis, emphasizing "orgastic potency" as the foremost criterion for psycho-physical health. His work, though rooted in psychoanalysis, synthesized insights from cultural anthropology, economics, and sociology. Throughout his career, he was a controversial figure, particularly for his theories on "orgone" energy and his "orgone accumulators," which led to a significant rift with the psychoanalytic establishment. Despite the controversy, his writings influenced numerous thinkers and continue to provoke reflection on the complex relationship between the body and mind.
Cancer is traditionally viewed as an invasive tumor that emerges in a healthy body, leading to complex medical interventions aimed at eradication. However, these approaches have shown mixed results, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the disease beyond just treating the tumor and its complications.
Focusing on the intersection of physiology and psychology, this work presents Wilhelm Reich's groundbreaking experiments from 1935-36 that explore the connection between orgasm, sexuality, and anxiety. It includes three key contributions that delve into the electrophysiological aspects of these themes. Compiled in 1945, the book features Reich's original findings along with his notes and corrections, offering readers a unique insight into his theories and the scientific context of his research.
The book offers an autobiographical account of the author's evolution in sociological thought between 1927 and 1937. Through a straightforward narrative, it highlights personal experiences intertwined with significant social and political events. The author reflects on how these experiences informed his understanding of the profound impact of human character structure on social dynamics, revealing the intricate relationship between individual psychology and societal processes.
Focusing on the evolution of Wilhelm Reich's theories, the book explores his journey from a prominent psychoanalyst in Freud's circle to a pioneer in understanding the connection between emotional and physical health through the concept of orgone energy. It delves into his innovative ideas about the psyche-soma relationship and the significance of orgasm in achieving emotional and physical balance. The narrative serves as a scientific autobiography, chronicling his formative experiences and intellectual developments over two transformative decades.
Selected Writings - An Introduction to Orgonomy serves as an accessible entry point for readers new to Wilhelm Reich's work. It compiles key concepts and theories related to orgonomy, offering insights into Reich's innovative ideas on psychology and energy. First published in 1960, this collection is designed to introduce the fundamental principles of Reich's thought, making it an essential read for those interested in exploring his contributions to the fields of psychology and alternative medicine.
Delving into his innovative concept of orgonomic functionalism, the author explores the intricacies of his thought process that culminated in the discovery of cosmic orgone energy. This work presents a unique perspective on the interplay between the spiritual and the material, examining the roles of divine and demonic forces in human experience. The 1949 edition, now reprinted, retains the original's insights and depth, offering readers a profound understanding of Reich's groundbreaking ideas.
Focusing on the innovative technology of Cosmic Orgone Engineering, this work presents Wilhelm Reich's extensive research aimed at addressing the DOR emergency. It introduces the "Spacegun," an advanced tool derived from the cloudbuster, highlighting significant advancements made possible by the discovery of ORUR. The publication serves as both a scientific account and a practical guide for utilizing these techniques in combating environmental challenges.
In August 1934, Wilhelm Reich was suddenly expelled from the International Psychoanalytic Association. The result was the extraordinary widening of his scientific interests, scrupulously documented in these journals and letters. They record his pioneering laboratory experiments to verify the reality of the pleasure function and his discovery of a previously unsuspected form of energy that exists in all living matter.
American Odyssey describes more than a period in the life of an embattled scientist. It illuminates the social and intellectual life of a country in a tumultuous time in history.
Madness and pathos alternate in these selections from the controversial psychoanalyst's (1897-1957) papers, which document the scientific delusions and personal difficulties that preoccupied him from the mid-1930s through his immigration to America on the eve of WWII. Because materials remain missing, this sequel to 1988's Passion of an Autobiography, 1897-1922 begins in 1934. Reich comes across as a crank, but a fascinating and human figure all the same. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.