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Man's Search for Meaning

ger. Ein Psycholog erlebt das Konzentrationslager · 1946
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is based on the author's personal experience of surviving the horrors of concentration camps during World War II.
  • The author developed the concept of logotherapy, which asserts that the pursuit of meaning is the primary motivation in a person's life.
  • The book describes how even in the most horrific conditions, a person can find meaning and purpose, which helps them survive.
  • The author emphasizes the importance of freedom of choice and responsibility, even in conditions of extreme restriction of freedom.
  • The book is divided into two parts: the first part describes the author's experience in concentration camps, and the second part is dedicated to the fundamentals of logotherapy.
  • The author claims that meaning can be found in three main areas: in creativity, in experiences, and in one's attitude towards unavoidable suffering.
  • The book has been translated into numerous languages and has become one of the most influential books in the field of psychology and psychotherapy.
Man's Search for Meaning
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 7 July 2024
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Original titleger. Ein Psycholog erlebt das Konzentrationslager · 1946
Genre: Psychology