Reflections on War and Death

"Reflections on War and Death" by Sigmund Freud is a thought-provoking exploration of the psychological impact of war and mortality during World War I. It grapples with the widespread feelings of disillusionment caused by the conflict and the profound psychological issues related to death. Freud investigates how war challenges our fundamental beliefs and values, exposing a darker side of human nature and leading to a loss of faith in a civilized world. He specifically addresses our complicated relationship with death, noting the ways society tries to ignore its presence despite it being a certainty. Freud’s work provides a critical analysis of the human condition during an era defined by immense suffering and societal breakdown.