Publisher's Synopsis
Dickens and the Psychology of Dreams is a literary analysis book written by Winters Warrington. The book explores the relationship between the works of Charles Dickens and the psychological concept of dreams. The author delves into the themes of dreams, nightmares, and hallucinations in Dickens' novels and examines how they reflect the author's own experiences, beliefs, and fears. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Dickens' writing and its connection to the psychology of dreams. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of dream interpretation and its influence on Dickens' work. The subsequent chapters delve into specific novels, such as Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, and Great Expectations, and analyze the dreams and nightmares of their characters. Throughout the book, Winters Warrington draws on a range of psychological theories and concepts to illuminate Dickens' writing, including Freudian psychoanalysis, Jungian archetypes, and the role of the unconscious mind. The author also considers the social and historical context in which Dickens was writing and how this influenced his portrayal of dreams and the psyche. Overall, Dickens and the Psychology of Dreams offers a unique perspective on the works of Charles Dickens and their relationship to the field of psychology. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in literature, psychology, or the intersection between the two.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.