An edition of The art of loving (1956)

The Art of Loving

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An edition of The art of loving (1956)

The Art of Loving

  • 3.92 ·
  • 26 Ratings
  • 370 Want to read
  • 31 Currently reading
  • 36 Have read

"The Art of Loving" (1956) is a seminal work by psychoanalyst and social philosopher Erich Fromm. In this book, Fromm explores the concept of love in a profound and comprehensive manner, arguing that love is not just a passive feeling but an art that requires practice, knowledge, and effort.

Through a detailed analysis, Fromm demystifies the idea that love is something that simply happens, proposing that it must be cultivated like any other skill. He divides love into different categories, including brotherly love, motherly love, erotic love, self-love, and love of God, discussing the characteristics and challenges of each.

Fromm also addresses the nature of love in modern society, criticizing the commercialization and superficiality of human relationships. He suggests that the true essence of love lies in the ability to give, to commit, and to genuinely care for the well-being of others, rather than seeking personal satisfaction alone.

In "The Art of Loving," Fromm combines psychological insights with philosophical and sociological analysis, offering a rich and multifaceted perspective on what it means to love. The book remains a relevant and inspiring read, encouraging readers to reflect on their own relationships and the importance of developing the art of love in their lives.

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English
Pages
176

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Previews available in: German English French Spanish

Edition Availability
Cover of: The Art of Loving
The Art of Loving
November 21, 2006, Harper Perennial Modern Classics
in English
Cover of: Die Kunst des Liebens.
Die Kunst des Liebens.
January 1, 2003, Ullstein Tb
Paperback in German
Cover of: The art of loving
The art of loving
1974, Harper & Row
in English
Cover of: L'art d'aimer
L'art d'aimer
1968, Épi
in French
Cover of: El arte de amar
Cover of: The art of loving
The art of loving
1963, Bantam Books
in English - Bantam ed.
Cover of: The art of loving
The art of loving
1963, Bantam Books
in English - Bantam ed.
Cover of: The art of loving
The art of loving
1962, Bantam Books
in English
Cover of: The art of loving
The art of loving
1962, Bantam Books
in English
Cover of: Die Kunst des Liebens
Cover of: EL ARTE DE AMAR
EL ARTE DE AMAR
Publisher unknown
in Spanish

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First Sentence

"Is love an art?"

Classifications

Library of Congress
BF575.L8F76 2006, BF575.L8 F76 2006

ID Numbers

Open Library
OL7288391M
ISBN 10
0061129739
ISBN 13
9780061129735
LCCN
2006048977
OCLC/WorldCat
70220009
Library Thing
29423
Goodreads
14142

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