Anatomy of the Psyche: Alchemical Symbolism in Psychotherapy (Reality of the Psyche Series)
by Edward F. Edinger
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Author: Edward F. EdingerEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1991-02-19
ISBN: 0812690095
Number of pages: 284
Publisher: Open Court Publishing Company
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Book Review: Slapdash!
Summary: 1 Stars
I am very critical of the way Edinger uses his intellect to dissect every precious symbol from the history of religion. As a result the symbols become emptied of their mystery and two-dimensional. His "Anatomy of the Psyche" belongs to his late period and it is here where he goes farthest in his repudiation of the Jungian school where he was trained. Here Edinger has finally turned to a Gnostic religious viewpoint and declares that the ego and its consciousness can be strengthened until it finally attains a divine stature. As a result the individual attains eternal life since he takes his abode in the Platonic sphere beyond time and space. It's hard to believe that this man actually lectured at a psychological institute. Some sort of New Age temple would be more proper.Edinger can be branded a poor man's depth psychologist. He suits everybody who is content with a sketchy treatment of very tough problems. The interpretations of the alchemical symbols are shallow and slapdash to the extent that I was shocked when I first read this book. His interpretations often contradict accepted understanding. This book is full of transcendentalism and strange self-contradictions. I cannot recommend it.
Mats W
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