Erich Neumann (Hebrew: אריך נוימן; 23 January 1905 – 5 November 1960)[1] was a German psychologist, philosopher, writer, and student of Carl Jung.

[6] In this work, Neumann proposed a developmental model of human consciousness based on mythological and psychological stages, tracing the emergence of the ego from the collective unconscious through symbolic narratives.

[9] This work remains an influential text in depth psychology and symbolic studies, offering an interpretation of how matriarchal and patriarchal structures evolve through myth and collective unconscious imagery.

The book analyzes the creative process in mythological and artistic traditions, viewing it as a key mechanism for psychological integration.

[8] Additionally, Neumann developed the concept of centroversion, which he described as the integration of extraversion and introversion, allowing for a balanced psychological state.

[14] This concept was intended to describe a mature ego that harmonizes both conscious and unconscious elements, facilitating individual and cultural development.