On dreams
On Dreams is Sigmund Freud's own short summary of The Interpretation of Dreams, first published in German in 1901 for readers who wanted the theory without the full apparatus of the larger book. Here he explains that dreams have a meaning, that they are the disguised fulfillment of wishes, and that their strange forms result from condensation, displacement and the other processes of the dream work, which turn hidden thoughts into images. He illustrates his argument with examples from his own dreams. This English version is M. D. Eder's authorized translation from the second German edition, with an introduction by W. Leslie Mackenzie. It is the most accessible introduction to Freud's dream theory. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about On dreams
On dreams by Sigmund Freud can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read On dreams online?
Yes. On dreams opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
Is On dreams free to read on Vinteuil?
The first chapter of On dreams is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is On dreams in the public domain?
Yes. On dreams by Sigmund Freud is a public-domain work, here in the translation by M. D. Eder. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read On dreams?
About 1 h 27 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is On dreams?
On dreams by Sigmund Freud is filed under "Classics" in the Vinteuil library.
