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BY GUSTAVUS HINDMAN MILLER
HOW TO DEVELOP THE POWER TO DREAM.
CONTRARY DREAMS.
Delving into the age‑old conviction that dreams are more than fleeting night‑time images, this work gathers countless historical anecdotes—from biblical visions to the forewarnings of Caesar and Napoleon—to illustrate how societies have treated sleep’s whispers as messages worth heeding. The author weaves these stories together with a clear, scientific lens, explaining the psychological and physiological bases that underlie dreaming while also offering practical guidelines for decoding common symbols and emotional patterns.
Readers are invited to explore a systematic approach that balances scholarly insight with everyday usefulness, making the mysterious language of the mind accessible without sacrificing rigor. By linking ancient lore to modern theory, the book equips anyone curious about their nightly narratives with tools to recognize recurring themes, understand potential warnings, and glean personal meaning from the subconscious theater. It’s an engaging blend of history, science, and hands‑on interpretation for anyone who has ever woken wondering what their dreams really mean.
Language
en
Duration
~15 hours (869K characters)
Release date
1997-05-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1857–1929
Best known for popular dream books that stayed in print for generations, this American businessman-turned-writer brought folklore, symbols, and everyday anxieties together in a way that still feels familiar to curious readers.
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