The Art of Loving is a 1956 book by psychoanalyst and social philosopher Erich Fromm, which was published as part of the World Perspectives Series edited by Ruth Nanda Anshen. In this book, Fromm develops his perspective on human nature, love, and morality. He argues that love is an art, one that can be developed and cultivated. He also argues that love is an active concern for the life and growth of the other, and that it is not merely a feeling of sentimentality. Fromm also discusses the various types of love, such as motherly love, brotherly love, erotic love, self-love, and the love of God. He also examines the obstacles to love, such as fear, narcissism, and the inability to give and receive. The book concludes with a discussion of the need for a new ethic of love, one that is based on reason, justice, and respect.
By Eric Fromm · First published 1956 · Genre: Psychology, Philosophy, Self-Help · 7 chapters