Totem and taboo : Resemblances between the psychic lives of savages and…

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By Sylvia Davis Posted on Jan 2, 2026
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Freud, Sigmund, 1856-1939 Freud, Sigmund, 1856-1939
English
"Totem and Taboo: Resemblances between the psychic lives of savages and..." by Sigmund Freud is a collection of four essays published in 1913. Freud applies psychoanalytic concepts to anthropology, archaeology, and religion, drawing controversial parallels between primitive societies and neurotic patients. Through examining incest taboos, totemism,...
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of human society and religious guilt, though its conclusions remain hotly debated among anthropologists. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Kevin Davis
3 months ago

Honestly, the style is confident yet approachable. I’d rate this hgiher if I could.

Donald Thomas
5 months ago

This was recommended to me by a colleague and the attention to hisorical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. One of the best books I've read this year.

Matthew Moore
3 months ago

As an avid reader, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.

Michelle Perez
1 week ago

This immediately felt different because the arguments are well-supported by credible references. This made complex ideas feel approachable.

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