Skillfully, Catherine Reef weaves the developing theories of the first psychoanalyst into a chronological report of his eventful life, setting both in the political and social currents of his era.Reef depicts a complex, brillant, and humane man whothough he had evidently been a tyrannical childbecame a devoted, well-loved colleague, husband, and parent.

Reef distills Freud's theories into comprehensible descriptions and combines a wealth if primary source material and idiosyncratic details to demonstrate his intellect, character and personality. Reef's piercing biography deftly interprets the life of the father of psychoanalysis and one of the most influential men of the 20th century. 'Reef makes it clear that although Freud's individual theories mattered greatly, they were less important than his leading us to new ways of looking at ourselves.' Booklist, ALA 'If you're in search of a readable, yet detailed, biography of the Bronte sisters, then look no further than Reef's account, an ideal supplement to any student's reading of the Bronte classics.' 'This biography for middle-schoolers introduces a fascinating, close-knit family with lively imaginations who liked nothing better than to run free on the moors that surrounded their home and make up stories and poems about imaginary kingdoms.'Īnd#8212 Bulletinand#160 of the Center for Children's Books 'For anyone who has ever loved the romantic yet melancholy Heathcliff or the determined Jane Eyre, this book belongs on your shelf.' A comprehensive introduction to the authors behind some of the most-studied novels in English literature.'Īnd#8212 Publishers Weekly, starred review 'A detail-rich look at the lives of theand#160 Brontand#235 sisters, whose work shocked, entertained, and provoked the mindsand#160 of their Victorian audiences.and#160.

A solid and captivating look at these remarkable pioneers of modern fiction.' 'Gracefully plotted, carefully researched. and#160 stirring biography.'Īnd#8212 Booklist, starred reviewand#160 'For readers discovering the wonder of Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights, this collective biography of the Brontand#235 family fills in fascinating detail of their personal and public lives. and#160 reads like a novel, with rich and evocative language.' and#8212 The New York Times Book Review 'Romance and heartache and doom, oh my! This beautifully written and researched accountand#160.

The Brontë Sisters by Catherine Reef