Stendhal or the Pursuit of Happiness

Freud recognized Stendhal's memoirs as a remarkable early exploration of psychological themes, identifying Stendhal as a precursor to his own theories. He noted the depth of insight into childhood and adolescence, suggesting that Stendhal intuitively understood complex psychological dynamics long before the formal establishment of psychoanalysis. This connection highlights the timeless relevance of Stendhal's reflections on human experience.