In the shadowed salons of early 20th century Vienna, William Stekel's Bi-Sexual Love; The Homosexual Neurosis dared to ask questions most would not voice. This classic of psychoanalytic literature unflinchingly explores the tangled interplay between sexuality and identity, drawing from Stekel's pioneering case study analysis to illuminate the complexities of bisexuality and neurosis. Every page resonates with the intellectual ferment of the Vienna psychoanalysis era, where Stekel - a contemporary of Sigmund Freud - challenged and expanded the boundaries of Freudian theory.
A landmark in the history of psychology, Stekel's work is both a window into early 1900s Europe and a foundational text for academic psychology readers and LGBTQ history enthusiasts. His nuanced observations, drawn from real clinical encounters, shed light on the lived realities of those navigating sexual identity at a time of profound social and scientific change. The book's frank engagement with themes of repression, desire, and the search for self remains strikingly relevant today.
Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether approached as a cultural treasure or a vital piece of classic psychology, Bi-Sexual Love; The Homosexual Neurosis stands as an essential addition to any thoughtful library.