The Origins and History of Consciousness

Explore the stages of individual consciousness through the lens of world mythology with this influential book by Erich Neumann, one of C. G. Jung's most creative students. The Origins and History of Consciousness showcases how human consciousness as a whole develops through archetypal stages, all beginning and ending with the symbol of the tail-eating serpent. Follow the Hero's journey through universal myths of creation, motherhood, and transformation to gain insight into the evolution of the ego consciousness. With a foreword by Jung, this enduring work is a must-read for anyone interested in analytical psychology.