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The only Freudian to have been originally trained in folklore and the first psychoanalytic anthropologist to carry out fieldwork, Gza Rcheim (18911953) contributed substantially to the worldwide study of cultures. Combining a global perspective with encyclopedic knowledge of ethnographic sources, this Hungarian analyst demonstrates the validity of Freudian theory in both Western and nonWestern settings. These seventeen essays, written between 1922 and 1953, are among Rcheim's most significant published writings and are collected here for the first time to introduce a new generation of readers to his unique interpretations of myths, folktales, and legends.From Australian aboriginal mythology to Native American trickster tales, from the Grimm folktale canon to Hungarian folk belief, Rcheim explores a wide range of issues, such as the relationship of dreams to folklore and the primacy of infantile conditioning in the formation of adult fantasy. An introduction by folklorist Alan Dundes describes Rcheim's career, and each essay is prefaced by a brief consideration of its intellectual and bibliographical context.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Fire in the Dragon and Other Psychoanalytic Essays on Folklore'? A: This book focuses on the intersection of psychoanalysis and folklore, exploring how Freudian theories apply to myths, folktales, and legends from various cultures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Géza Róheim, a Hungarian psychoanalyst recognized for being the first psychoanalytic anthropologist.
- Q: What type of essays are included in this collection? A: The collection includes seventeen essays that discuss various aspects of folklore through a psychoanalytic lens, written between 1922 and 1953.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to psychoanalysis or folklore? A: Yes, the essays are prefaced with contextual introductions, making them accessible for new readers interested in psychoanalysis and folklore.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 25, 1992.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: This edition is listed as a New book.
- Q: What binding style is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include any additional commentary or context? A: Yes, there is an introduction by folklorist Alan Dundes, along with brief considerations for each essay.
- Q: What themes are explored in Róheim's essays? A: Themes include the relationship of dreams to folklore, infantile conditioning, and the validity of Freudian theory in various cultural contexts.