Psychology· Germany
Roots of Jewish Consciousness
by Erich NeumannAggregate Editorial Score35/100
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Published 2019English
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Roots of Jewish Consciousness by Erich Neumann is a landmark work of psychology, first published in 2019. A landmark work of psychology, Roots of Jewish Consciousness by Erich Neumann (2019) offers profound insights into the workings of the human mind.
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Exploration of the human mind, behaviour, and mental health.
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Erich Neumann published Roots of Jewish Consciousness in 2019, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of psychology from Germany. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
What distinguishes Roots of Jewish Consciousness is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it.
Roots of Jewish Consciousness reflects Erich Neumann's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with Germany's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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notable · national
201935
Erich Neumann is a Germany author whose work in psychology has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
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