Man’s Search for Meaning: An Introduction to Logotherapy

Written by:
Viktor E. Frankl
Narrated by:
Simon Vance

Unabridged Audiobook

Ratings
Book
397
Narrator
76
Release Date
April 2010
Duration
4 hours 45 minutes
Summary
Man’s Search for Meaning is the chilling yet inspirational story of Viktor Frankl’s struggle to hold on to hope during the unspeakable horrors of his years as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps. Between 1942 and 1945 Frankl labored in four different camps, including Auschwitz, while his parents, brother, and pregnant wife perished. Based on his own experience and the experiences of those he treated in his practice, Frankl argues that we cannot avoid suffering, but we can choose how to cope with it, find meaning in it, and move forward with renewed purpose.

Through every waking moment of his ordeal, Frankl’s training as a psychiatrist lent him a remarkable perspective on the psychology of survival. As a result of these experiences, Dr. Frankl developed a revolutionary approach to psychotherapy known as logotherapy. At the core of his theory is the belief that man’s primary motivational force is his search for meaning. Frankl’s assertion that “the will to meaning” is the basic motivation for human life has forever changed the way we understand our humanity in the face of suffering.

Frankl’s riveting memoir was named one of the Ten Most Influential Books in America after a 1991 survey by the Library of Congress and Book of the Month Club. This revised and updated version includes a new postscript: “The Case for a Tragic Optimism.”
Reviews
Profile Avatar
Prathamesh D.

3 word to describe this book 1. profound 2. eye opening 3. meaningful must read

Profile Avatar
Carmen Victoria U

Wonderful book and such an amazing and wise human being Viktor Frankl. It helped me a lot. I have listened to it several times, it is so interesting, and human kind has so much to learn about it. Now I will persue logotherapy.

Profile Avatar
Alita C

Although I am not convinced that logo therapy is the appropriate conclusion, these lived stories and this theory allow for a greater understanding of something that I don't yet fully understand. That could be because I do not have a full understanding of the therapy, though. This book is a necessary read for everyone. It reminds us of what it takes to survive not out of instinct but through hope that we can all find within ourselves. Sometimes our instinct is to just give up, but hope, however quietly, begs that we keep going on.

Profile Avatar
David C.

Fantastic book that dare refocus your mind on what is important and why it is important. The author able to use the horrific travail he endured in a Nazi Concentration Camp and provide useful information, perhaps the most useful information that one can use to provide direction and purpose to their life. Time spent reading this book is time well spent.

Profile Avatar
Alice M.

Amazing how human beings can still find meaning after their horrific experience in the concentration camps. Inspiring indeed!

Profile Avatar
Jennifer J. Knight

A book I will continue to re-listen. Brilliantly written, and the reader is perfect for the subject matter.

Profile Avatar
Alina I.

Definitely reading again and taking notes the second time. Very deep, profound, interesting, and challenges your mind and human nature.

Profile Avatar
Jeremy Fisher

Every person should listen to/read this book.

Profile Avatar
Anonymous

Stupid is as stupid does....

Profile Avatar
Jacob D.

“Gripping”!

Profile Avatar
Anonymous

great book. monotone though

Profile Avatar
Jaakko L.

Insightful, eye-opening, gives hope :) Brief, so not the widest and most profound description about concentration camps. Similarly not super deep into philosophical aspects and for instance logotheraphy. Can be thought as a concise and efficient intro or summary on those both.

Profile Avatar
Anonymous

Great narrator; so-so on the book itself.

Profile Avatar
Anonymous

was nice enough, but a bit over my head. On my second listen I picked up more from the book.

Profile Avatar
Brian S.

Great reading and interesting and good to listen and learn

Profile Avatar
Richard B.

Good enough to warrant a second listen at dome point. Certainly not a casual listen. Edifying for sure. Did not at all care for the narration or narrator.

Profile Avatar
Kathy P.

Thought provoking

Profile Avatar
Adam H.

a true classic

Profile Avatar
Ed S.

Very good book

Profile Avatar
Tiffany R.

This book will stay on my shelf to revisit throughout my life. Beautifully written and a reminder to let go and let your life flow.

Profile Avatar
David O.

You will definitely take away something from this . Personally I took a lot.

Profile Avatar
Maro N.

One of the best books ever. S story of strength, hope,spirituality and genius. An inspiration.

1 book added to cart
Subtotal
$13.95
View Cart