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Sigmund FreudThe Future of an Illusion
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1927A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Freud's The Future of an Illusion is a compelling critique of religion, praised for its thought-provoking exploration of human psychology and societal constructs. However, some reviews criticize its reductionist view and lack of empathy towards religious belief. Overall, it remains influential in understanding the intersection of psychoanalysis and religion.
Who Should Read The Future of an Illusion?
A reader who would enjoy The Future of an Illusion by Sigmund Freud is likely interested in psychoanalysis, religious critique, and the intersection of psychology and culture. Fans of Marx's The Communist Manifesto or Dawkins' The God Delusion will appreciate Freud's exploration of religion as an illusion.
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