This classic work by renowned psychoanalyst Erich Fromm explores the concept of love in all its forms. Fromm examines the nature of love, its psychological and social implications, and the various ways in which it can be expressed. He also discusses the importance of self-love, the
The Art of Loving is a 1956 book by psychoanalyst and social philosopher Erich Fromm. It was originally published as part of the World Perspectives series edited by Ruth Nanda Anshen. In this work, Fromm develops his perspective on human nature from his earlier works, Escape from Freedom and Man for Himself – principles which he revisits in many of his other major works. He criticizes the popular conception of love and asserts that "love is the only provision for a sane and satisfying human existence".