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Totem and Taboo

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Exploring the intersection of psychology and anthropology, this work delves into the origins of human culture through the concepts of totems and taboos. Freud examines the psychological significance of these cultural practices and their connections to the unconscious mind, offering insights into human behavior and societal norms. The text reflects on the evolution of civilization and the complexities of human relationships, particularly focusing on themes of authority, morality, and the primal instincts that shape our identities.

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Totem and Taboo, Sigmund Freud

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2020
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English
Released
2020
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Hardcover
Pages
124
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9783752388824
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First published
1913
Original title
Totem und Tabu
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Exploring the intersection of psychology and anthropology, this work delves into the origins of human culture through the concepts of totems and taboos. Freud examines the psychological significance of these cultural practices and their connections to the unconscious mind, offering insights into human behavior and societal norms. The text reflects on the evolution of civilization and the complexities of human relationships, particularly focusing on themes of authority, morality, and the primal instincts that shape our identities.