Knowledge in a Nutshell: Carl Jung: The Complete Guide to the Great Psychoanalyst, Including the Unconscious, Archetypes and the Self: 5 Paperback – Illustrated, 15 May 2020
by Gary Bobroff (Author)
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An excellent primer on Jungian concepts. Highly recommended - Jung Utah review by A. Butler
One of the best introductions to Jung's psychology! - André De Koning, past President Australian and New Zealand Society for Jungian Analysts
Carl Jung was the founder of analytical psychology who revolutionized the way we approached the human psyche. Drawing on Eastern mysticism, mythology and dream analysis to develop his theories, Jung proposed many ideas which are still influential today, including introversion, extroversion and the collective unconscious.
Knowledge in a Nutshell: Carl Jung introduces psychologist Jung's ideas in an engaging and easy-to-understand format. Jungian psychology expert Gary Bobroff breaks down the concepts of the psyche, collective unconscious, archetypes, personality types and more in this concise book. He also explores the influence on Eastern philosophy and religion on Jung's ideas, and how spiritualism enriched his theories.
With useful diagrams and bullet-point summaries at the end of each chapter, this book provides an essential introduction to this influential figure and explains the relevance of Jung's ideas to the modern world.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The critically-acclaimed Knowledge in a Nutshell series provides accessible and engaging introductions to wide-ranging topics, written by experts in their fields.
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A stunning writer.--Andrew Harvey
Accessible to everybody, through your insightful writing and the illustrations, it gives us the possibility of understanding Jungian concepts very well.--Jungian Analyst Elisabeth Pomès
An excellent primer on Jungian concepts. Highly recommended .... contains good descriptions of Jungian terms in simple language. The writing is clear and engaging, easily understandable even for those with no background in psychology. This would be an excellent book to recommend to clients or others who are interested in learning about Jung's basic ideas.--Amanda Butler
One of the best introductions to Jung's psychology! . . . He illustrates and elaborates and thus gives the reader the overall view of the framework within which we can understand Jung's psychology at a clear, yet deep level.--André De Koning, past President Australian and New Zealand Society for Jungian Analysts
About the Author
Gary S. Bobroff grew up in Saskatoon and took his first personality type test at twelve and has been hooked on Jung ever since. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of British Columbia, and a master's degree in Jungian-oriented counselling psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. He is a certified administrator of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator(TM). An international speaker and workshop leader, Gary presents new ideas in engaging and accessible ways. He is the author of Jung, Crop Circles and the Reemergence of the Archetypal Feminine (North Atlantic, 2014).
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Publisher : Arcturus Editions; Illustrated edition (15 May 2020)
Language : English
Paperback : 240 pages
4.8 out of 5 stars 254 ratings
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André de Koning
5.0 out of 5 stars IN A NUTSHELLReviewed in Australia on 19 May 2020
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IN A NUTSHELL
This new introduction is a most welcome work helping those interested to understand more about Carl Jung and the genius nature of his work on the soul. Modern psychology started its history at the time of the discovery of the knee jerk reflex (1874) and it was almost as if the little hammer of the neurologist knocked out the soul of the human subject. Jung restored much of the exploration of the lost psyche, but to access his work is not always easy.
The author of this book manages to introduce basic concepts in a didactical way. He illustrates and elaborates and thus gives the reader the overall view of the framework within which we can understand Jung’s psychology at a clear, yet deep level.
Apart from historical detail and concepts there are also references to such meaningful work as “Answer to Job” and the important phenomenon of synchronicity.
The author is a psychologist and is founder of JungianOnline.
IN A NUTSHELL: A GREAT NEW CONTRIBUTION TO JUNGIAN PSYCHOLOGY
André de Koning
Jungian Psychoanalyst
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Elljay
5.0 out of 5 stars A fun, well-researched entry to the wonderful (but complex!) world of Carl Jung's theory.Reviewed in Canada on 10 June 2020
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A treasure. Wish I'd had it when I first tackled reading Jung. What I love about this book: so READABLE! Intelligent pop culture references make it fun to read without trivializing. Makes the key concepts crystal clear with plain language explanations. Jung In A Nutshell will really help people who want to understand why Jung is important and to read more challenging books on this subject. A useful, enriching book that entertains as well as informs!
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John Simmons
5.0 out of 5 stars Clarity & ease of readingReviewed in Canada on 10 June 2020
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I wish this had been available when first I came to Jungian thought. If I had my way this would be required first basic reading to anyone with a new interest in Jung. Actually come to think of it anyone who is not actually a Jungian Scholar already. It puts so much into context, a foundation from which to adventure forth into deeper studies. It is also a great resource & refresher for stuff you have forgotten
Most enjoyable
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FS
3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read - rusty EnglishReviewed in Germany on 28 March 2022
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Concise introduction (life and work of C.G. Jung). The English translation is a bit rusty. Sometimes strange interpretations. Key points at end of each chapter.
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Leah Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent! ThanksReviewed in Canada on 17 August 2020
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Excellent thanks!
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Dr. Jean B. Raffa
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, clear, and concise.Reviewed in the United States on 9 June 2020
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What a marvelous introduction to, and summary of, Jungian psychology this is! I've been telling my almost-18-year-old twin grandsons about Jungian psychology for many years. They're very curious, but sometimes they find my explanations a bit too difficult to absorb. This book is exactly what I've been looking for. As soon as I read it (in only two sittings) I ordered two more copies for them. I've been studying Jungian psychology for 30 years and have the complete works. This book beautifully summarizes the salient points of his work without being too complex or wordy. And the photographs add a depth of meaning that words alone don't always do. Gary Bobroff has made Jung understandable to the average layperson. My favorite chapters were the last two: Anima and Animus, and Synchronicity, both difficult topics to explain. He's done a superb job. Highly recommended..
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