Product Description

The renowned tale of Amor and Psyche, from Apuleius's second-century Latin novel The Golden Ass, is one of the most charming fragments of classical literature. Neumann chose it as the exemplar of an unusual study of feminine psychology. Unfolding the spiritual and mythical background of the pagan narrative, he shows how the contest between the mortal maid Psyche and the great goddess Aphrodite over the god Amor--Aphrodite's son, Psyche's husband--yields surprising and valuable insights into the psychic life of women.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #380448 in Books
• Published on: 1971-04-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

Review
Here we have a very subtle and suggestive analysis of the psychological characteristics of the feminine by the most brilliant disciple of C.G. Jung. . . . [T]he reading of this short book is a most enchanting and stimulating experience. -- Review

Review
Here we have a very subtle and suggestive analysis of the psychological characteristics of the feminine by the most brilliant disciple of C.G. Jung. . . . [T]he reading of this short book is a most enchanting and stimulating experience.
(The Journal of Pastoral Care )

Language Notes
Text: English, German (translation)

Customer Reviews

Skinny Book, Hefty Reading
Discovering the psychology in mythology is an interesting quest. Neumann has written quite a few books on the subject and this is one with an emphasis on the feminine principle. Neumann traces the development of Psyche from her state of unconciousness, to growing need for conciousness, to becoming an active participant taking real action. I also recommend reading "Origins and History of Conciousness" first.

Heavy dose of Jung with your Greek Mythology
The first part of the book is a retelling of the story of Eros and Psyche as originally told by Apileius. The story is familiar to most followers of Greek/Roman mythology - Psyche is a beautiful princess, Eros falls in love with her, but will not allow her to see him. She is tricked into doing so, then undergoes a series of trials to regain his heart.

The second part of the book is a commentary using Jungian psychology and archetypes to discuss the deeper meanings of the myth. It is a very heavy read, but worth the effort - particularly if the reader has familiarization with Jungian thought. Not for the faint of heart...

A new way of learning
This book helps us understand your inner-self. You learn a lot about how you really are and learn how to control new abilities. I would give this book to any women who wants to get in touch with a secret part of their mind. You also learn about history and this helps you to adapt what you've learned in your present life.