Sigmund Freud

The biography delves into the life of Sigmund Freud, revealing the man behind the myths surrounding his legacy. It traces his journey from a gifted child in a Jewish family in 19th-century Austria to a prominent figure in psychology, highlighting his academic achievements and complex relationships with contemporaries like Josef Breuer. The book also examines the reasons behind Freud's controversial status and the criticism he faced despite his revolutionary contributions to understanding the subconscious, trauma, and dreams.