WeRead Powered by ReaderPub
Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted; Or, What's in a Dream / A Scientific and Practical Exposition cover

Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted; Or, What's in a Dream / A Scientific and Practical Exposition

Open in WeRead

About This Book

This extensive compendium offers practical interpretations of common dream images alongside historical and literary anecdotes; it provides an alphabetical reference of symbols, essays on competing views of dream origin—spiritual, psychic, and physiological—and advice for recording and interpreting dreams for personal insight. The text interweaves illustrative cases drawn from classical and religious sources with contemporary scientific speculation, aiming to function both as a quick-reference dictionary of dream meanings and as a broader survey of cultural and theoretical perspectives on dreaming.

About the Author

Miller, Gustavus Hindman portrait

Gustavus Hindman Miller

Gustavus Hindman Miller was an American author best known for his work in the field of dream interpretation. His notable book, "Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted; Or, What's in a Dream / A Scientific and Practical Exposition," serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the meanings behind dreams. Miller's approach combines elements of psychology and folklore, making his interpretations accessible to a wide audience. His contributions have left a lasting impact on the study of dreams, and his work continues to be referenced by those interested in the symbolic language of the subconscious.

You May Also Like