Uncover the true evolution of Sigmund Freud’s groundbreaking psychoanalytic theories. Ulrike May offers a fresh perspective, revealing how Freud’s ideas developed through dialogue with colleagues and students, not just solitary genius. This essential read reconstructs the context of his work and provides unprecedented insights into Freud’s actual practice, examining his patient record books for hard facts on analysis length and frequency. A must-read for psychology students, academics, and mental health professionals in India seeking a deeper understanding of psychoanalysis’s origins and Freud’s foundational methods.