Penguin Books 2002. Softcover. New. 13 x 20 cm. Renowned as one of Freuds seminal works Civilization and Its Discontents asserts that the main friction originates from the individuals pursuit for instinctual liberty and civilizations conflicting demand for conformity and instinctual suppression. Freud observes that civilization restricts the harmful instincts of individuals using necessary laws when human nature can pose a threat to the well-being of a human community. These laws restrict the possibilities of happiness. This process is an intrinsic feature of civilization that infuses everlasting emotional states of discontent in its citizens. This title is a must-read for those who wish to know more about the delicate nuances of human nature as an individual and as a part of a community. Printed Pages: 130.