Artemidorus, a 2nd-century Greek scholar, is renowned for his treatise on dream interpretation. His methodology centered on analogical connections of similarities, with the complexity of interpretation hinging on numerous factors such as the dreamer's age, sex, and status. Drawing from extensive travels and the writings of his predecessors, Artemidorus contributed to a rich literary tradition of dream analysis. His work offers a detailed exploration into the understanding of dream symbolism of his time.
Artemidorus' The Interpretation of Dreams(Oneirocritica) is the richest and most vivid pre-Freudian account of dream interpretation. The work is fascinating for what it reveals about ancient life, culture, and beliefs, and attitudes to the dominant power of Imperial Rome.