Publisher's Synopsis
In C.G. Jung: His Myth in Our Time, renowned analytical psychologist Marie-Louise von Franz offers an enlightening journey into the life and works of Carl Gustav Jung, a figure with whom she closely collaborated. Von Franz, an instrumental figure in the early stages of analytical psychology, paints a vivid portrait of Jung, highlighting his undeniable influence which spans an astonishing array of subjects, extending to psychology, anthropology, art, physics, and more.
Delving into the intricacies of archetypes, dreams, and the exploration of the unconscious, this book showcases how Jung's meticulous introspection into his own psyche not only pioneered a deeper understanding of the human mind but also laid a foundation that has continued to inspire others.
For contemporary readers, scholars, and those intrigued by the depths of the unconscious, von Franz's tribute to Jung provides a wealth of insights, underscoring the enduring impact and relevance of their combined legacies.
Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
1. The Underground God
2. The Storm-Lantern
3. The Physician
4. Mirror-Symmetry and the Polarity of the Psyche
5. The Journey to the Beyond
6. The Anthropos
7. The Mandala
8. Coincidentia Oppositorum
9. Man's Morning Knowledge and Evening Knowledge
10. Mercurius
11. The Philosopher's Stone
12. Breakthrough to the Unus Mundus
13. Individual and Society
14. Le Cri de Merlin
Bibliography
Index
