The Red Book

The Red Book is a record of a deep psychological journey undertaken by the Swiss psychologist Carl Gustav Jung after his intellectual separation from Sigmund Freud. The book documents Jung’s exploration of the collective unconscious and the self through “active imagination” techniques, where he meets symbolic figures such as Elias and Salome, and confronts dark aspects within himself. It combines philosophical texts, mythological visions, and handmade drawings that reflect his inner world, making it a unique artistic and scientific work. Jung raises ideas about accepting human contradictions, such as good and evil, life and death, as part of psychological integration. The book is considered the foundation of the theory of psychoanalysis that Jung established, and highlights the importance of searching for spiritual meaning within the self instead of relying on external beliefs. Despite its ambiguity, the book remains a practical guide for those seeking to understand the depths of the human psyche through a perspective that combines science and spirituality.