Carl Jung: The Psychoanalyst Who Uncovered the Secrets of the Mind

Who was Carl Jung really?

This fascinating biography follows the life of one of the most extraordinary psychologists of modern times. Author Lily Yuan takes us on a journey through Jung’s life, beginning with the formative years of his childhood through his tumultuous relationship with fellow psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud to his travels across the world in his later years. Jung developed such innovative ideas as extraversion and introversion, the shadow, and synchronicity; created a range of stunning works of art, and even worked as an intelligence agent for the Allies in World War II.

With clear explanations of his groundbreaking ideas and insights into Jung’s unique personality, this is a compelling introduction to one of the great minds of the 20th century.

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Lily Yuan studied social psychology at McMaster University and is now a personality psychology researcher and career coach who resides in Toronto, Canada. She uses the Strong Interest Inventory, Extended DISC(R) assessments, Ikigai philosophy, and positive psychology concepts in her coaching. Learn more or reach out at lily-yuan.com and her blog at personality-psychology.com.