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Illusion and Reality: Meaning of Anxiety
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Strong option when you want a title that settles into its lane quickly. Try this if you want a clearer sense of what the book actually delivers.
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Likely a miss if you want pure reference utility with no narrative flow. Skip this if you want a much lighter or punchier style than this offers. You need the newest edition, freshest examples, or the most current framing.
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At a glance, Illusion and Reality: Meaning of Anxiety by David Small comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. This edition lists 1997 • Trafalgar Square • 192 pages, which gives you a quick sense of scope and pace.
Edition on file: 1997 • Trafalgar Square • 192 pages • ISBN 9780094774407.
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A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.
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Light Short sit-downs
Light commitment. This looks substantial enough to matter without becoming a slog.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.
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A steady pace will likely reveal more here than either speed-reading or constant dipping in and out.
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Expect a reading experience that should show its character pretty quickly once you start. That usually makes for a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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