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Erich Fromm was a German-born U.S. psychoanalyst and social philosopher who explored the interaction between psychology and society. His other major works include The Art of Loving, Escape from Freedom, and Man for Himself. He died in 1980.
“If any single work could bring mankind to its senses, this book might qualify for that miracle. . . . This book is the product of one of the most penetrating, most mature minds of our time.” ―Lewis Mumford
“In this perhaps most important of his pioneering theoretical works, the distinguished author writes with brilliant insight in attempting to break the deadlock in the struggle between the instinctivism of Konrad Lorenz . . . and behaviorist B.F. Skinner. He moves toward a provocative conclusion which involves a critical revision of Freud's theory of a "death instinct" in man. . . . Fromm's studies of Stalin and Himmler, and especially his penetrating psychobiography of Hitler, fascinatingy support his thesis.” ―Publisher's Weekly
“Rich and provocative . . . a major book from the pen of a major writer.” ―The Washington Post Book World
“Fromm is an original thinker. . . . His analysis of the causes of destructiveness is unique, and he has an enviable skill in the lucid presentation of intricate material.” ―Atlantic Monthly
“By far the best book I have ever read on the subject and by far the most absorbing.” ―Ashley Montagu
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Book Description Softcover. Condition: Good. First Edition. Preface by author, acknowledgements, terminology, Introduction: instincts and human passions, appendix, bibliography and index. Photographic paperback binding with black coloured titles to the front panel and black and white coloured titles to the back strip. In this work the author looks at human aggression, specifically sadism and necrophilia destructiveness as opposed to aggression typical in animals. Through his study of many disciplines, along with psychobiographies of such figures as Stalin and Hitler, the author offers a comprehensive exploration of the human need for violence. Minor creasing of the book corners with rubbing of the book edges and panels. Patchy fading of the back strip with light browning of the text block edges and pages. Spotting to the top text edge. The top right hand corner of the half title page has been clipped. First Paperback Edition. Size: 12mo (standard paperback). [5], 6 - 679, [9 of which six further titles on publishing house] pages, Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Psychology & Psychiatry; ISBN: 014004258X. ISBN/EAN: 9780140042580. Inventory No: 0289422. Seller Inventory # 0289422