Freudian Framework of Psychoanalysis: A Comparative Study of Literature and Dream

ISBN: 978-93-93806-03-1

This book provides a concise introduction to Freudian psychoanalysis and its significance in contemporary English literary criticism. It explains Freud's key concepts, including the conscious, preconscious, and unconscious mind, the structure of the psyche, human motivation, dreams, fantasies, and the Oedipus complex, making them accessible to readers.

The book traces Freud's life and major contributions before examining the relationship between psychoanalysis and literature. It explores how psychoanalytic criticism helps interpret literary characters, themes, and creative processes, while also discussing the ideas of influential thinkers such as Alfred Adler, Carl G. Jung, Karl Popper, and Adolf Grünbaum. A dedicated chapter analyzes Freud's essay Creative Writers and Daydreaming, highlighting the connection between imagination, childhood experiences, and literary creativity.

The concluding section evaluates the strengths and limitations of psychoanalysis, emphasizing Freud's enduring contribution to understanding the human mind and literary expression. Overall, this book serves as an accessible guide for students and scholars interested in psychoanalysis, literature, and literary criticism.