Sigmund Freud's The Interpretation of Dreams explores the psychological meaning of dreams. Freud argues that dreams are not meaningless but rather fulfill unconscious wishes, often through symbolic representation. The text details his method of dream interpretation, which involves analyzing the dream's manifest content to uncover its latent meaning, revealing hidden desires and conflicts. He examines various theories of dreams and critiques their limitations, emphasizing the role of childhood experiences and unconscious processes. Finally, the text discusses the relationship between dreams and psychopathology, suggesting dreams offer insight into the unconscious mind.