C.G. Jung: Letters to Hedy Wyss 1936 – 1956
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Author Description
C.G. Jung’s letters to the artist and analysand Hedy Wyss, published here for the first time, are a unique testimony to Jung’s vivid and sparkling spirit. Here we encounter the lively, compassionate and deeply human side of Jung’s nature. He writes neither scientifically nor cautiously, but quite spontaneously out of his respective state of mind. He mentions his suffering from various physical ailments to Hedy Wyss, such as heart troubles and rheumatism. At the same time he struggles for the integrity of the analytical relationship and the veracity of love. Jung wrote his most important works during the twenty years of their correspondence, concluding with Mysterium Coniunctionis. Accordingly, in many of his letters to Hedy Wyss, hidden references to the problems he wrestled with at any given time can be found throughout these works. As a result, the content of Jung’s letters required a comprehensive commentary. Alongside Jung’s works, a private manuscript written by Hedy Wyss, in which, years after his death, she looked back on her encounters with “C.G.” or the “Old Sage” as she liked to call him, furthered understanding of many details in the letters. These sources give us a unique insight into C.G. Jung’s singular approach as a researcher and analyst.
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THE THESIS
This collection reveals the personal and intellectual exchanges between Carl Jung and his analysand, Hedy Wyss, spanning two decades of correspondence. The letters offer a rare glimpse into Jung's spontaneous thoughts and feelings, moving beyond his scientific writings to showcase his lively, compassionate, and deeply human nature. Jung candidly discusses his physical ailments and his dedication to the integrity of the analytical relationship and the veracity of love. These exchanges, occurring during the period he wrote his most significant works, including Mysterium Coniunctionis, contain subtle references to his ongoing intellectual struggles, illuminated by comprehensive commentary and Hedy Wyss's own retrospective manuscript.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Correspondence between C.G. Jung and artist Hedy Wyss from 1936 to 1956.
- Insights into Jung's personal life, including mentions of physical ailments like heart troubles and rheumatism.
- Exploration of Jung's commitment to the integrity of the analytical relationship and the nature of love.
- Connections between the letters and Jung's major works written during the correspondence period, particularly Mysterium Coniunctionis.
- Comprehensive commentary providing context for the letters' content.
- Inclusion of Hedy Wyss's private manuscript reflecting on her relationship with Jung.
- A look into Jung's approach as a researcher and analyst through his personal correspondence.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This collection offers a unique perspective on Carl Jung, presenting him not as a detached academic but as a vibrant, compassionate, and human individual through his correspondence with Hedy Wyss. The inclusion of Wyss's own reflections and detailed commentary provides a rich context for understanding the personal and intellectual currents running through Jung's most significant works. The letters are noted for their spontaneity, revealing Jung's state of mind and his struggles with both personal health and the complexities of love and analysis. This volume is therefore valuable for those seeking a deeper, more intimate understanding of Jung's life and thought.
Page Count:
260
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
Publisher:
Daimon
ISBN-10:
3856308946
ISBN-13:
9783856308940
Non-Fiction
Psychology
Biography
Correspondence
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