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Krull, Kathleen

Sigmund Freud

144 pp. | Viking | October, 2006 | Trade ISBN 0-670-05892-0 $15.99

(2) 4-6 Giants of Science series. Illustrated by Boris Kulikov. Krull introduces Freud as the man who brought empirical research into the canon. After several missteps, such as his early advocacy for the widespread use of cocaine, Freud found his niche, but not universal acceptance. Clearly and without sensationalism, Krull presents Freud's theories on dividing the personality into Id, Ego, and Superego. Back matter includes a listing of Freud's works. Websites. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Betty Carter | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2006