Dreams and Modernity

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Focusing on dreams as a key element of identity and culture, this study spans from the mid-nineteenth to the late twentieth century. It utilizes a diverse range of sources, including literature, visual media, and personal writings, to explore how the fascination with dreams shaped the inner lives of individuals during modernity. By presenting a "history from below," it offers unique insights into the cultural significance of dreams and their impact on the psyche and imagination of the era.