First published in Elizabeth Welsh's English translation in 1949 as The 'Passio Perpetua', this was Marie-Louise von Franz' diploma work. It analyzes the dreams and visions of Perpetua, an early Christian martyr of the second or third century. Already one can see her brilliant analytical skill coupled with her profound classical and Jungian knowledge. This is a valuable work for understanding the psychological roots of Christianity and its significance in the spiritual evolution of Western man.
-- B.G.
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