Dream Dictionary: An A to Z Guide to Understanding your Unconscious Mind

by Tony Crisp

THE NOW-CLASSIC DREAM REFERENCE–
NEWLY REVISED AND UPDATED FOR THE NEW MILLENNIUM!

Jam-packed with all-new material, including astonishing new scientific discoveries, Internet dreamsites, new categories, and new links, the bestselling Dream Dictionary is bigger and better than ever before.

Let dream therapist Tony Crisp be your guide on one of the most enlightening journeys you will ever into the world of your unconscious mind. From Abandoned to Zoo, based on material from thousands of dreams gathered during three decades of research, this essential reference is alphabetically organized, providing instant access to a wealth of fascinating information

• RECURRING DREAMS and their significance

• NIGHTMARES–what they reveal and how to banish them

• RELATIONSHIPS–what your dreams are telling you

• WORK–are you following the right career path? Your dreams will tell.

• FAMILY–how to resolve old hurts and gain new perspectives

• PROBLEM SOLVING in your dreams–how to carry the solutions into real life

• GAINING INSIGHT into your own behavior and that of others

• MAXIMIZING HEALTH–recognize healing foods, danger signs, and more

See what is happening in your body, in your mind, and in your most guarded self and intuitions....Discover what your style of dreaming (color, smell, setting, and other key elements) says about you. It’s all here, and more, in the ultimate guide to your world of dreams!


From the Paperback edition.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Psychology, Self Help, Spirituality, Divination

192 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

Tony Crisp is an internationally recognized expert on dreams and their interpretation, best known for his bestselling book Dream Dictionary: An A to Z Guide to Understanding Your Unconscious Mind, translated into seven languages. With more than fifty years in the personal development and self-help movement, he co-founded one of the UK’s first human growth centres in the 1970s. A psychotherapist for two decades, he combined deep relaxation, bodywork, and dream exploration to guide individuals toward greater self-understanding and spiritual awareness.
Tony’s lifelong journey has centered on uncovering the secrets of the mind and spirit through dreams, meditation, and self-exploration. He has taught thousands to access their inner worlds, often using dreams as doorways to transformation and healing. His approach emphasizes allowing unfamiliar inner voices and images to surface, enabling people to confront fear, awaken creativity, and rediscover purpose.
Tony writes passionately about the human capacity for growth and the importance of embracing our inner genius rather than suppressing it. He believes the unconscious holds not only personal truths but also the potential for profound transformation. He continues to live a solitary and reflective life in a cottage in Wales, where he writes, explores, and remains deeply connected to the dream landscape.

Reviews

[Andrea · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is just ridiculous, but not even in a funny way.

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have had this book for a few years, and whenever I have a particularly strange dream, I look up what it supposedly means. Sometimes it's pretty interesting, other times I think it's a bunch of b.s. But I still like the book overall, because it's organized well and pretty in-depth.

[Courtney · Rating 5 out of 5]

creeply true about dreams, good read!!!!!

[Dinosaurjrfan101 · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was an interesting in reading. Some of it was not really all that interesting and it wasn’t all that deep in some places. But still if you wanna have a general guy to what dreams might mean would recommend but still I think dreams are still up to interpretation. You don’t need a book to know that.

[Idania · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wonderful and very thorough reference guide for those who seek insight into their dreams. Almost any conceivable topic is covered. I use it periodically to gain guidance on any repetitive dreams I have. Valuable book.

[Jessie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This dictionary is good but very simplified. It covers so many ideas but keeps each fairly short. I prefer google search over this because you get more depth and specifics on major dream components.

[Brittney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helps me understand my dreams

[Michelle Contreras Ewens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best dream dictionary!

[Atlas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this book. My copy's cover is fading and spine cracked. This is my favorite dictionary to help journal about the dreams that leave me confused.

[Alice Liu · Rating 5 out of 5]

This dream dictionary doesn't resort to the superstition that some dream books seem to cater to these days...(i.e.) Tony Crisp won't be telling you that your dream imagery means "good luck," "bad luck," or that you'll be coming into some money soon. I have an older edition and I wish there were more entries...not sure if there are in the more recent editions. Also, sometimes when you can't find your dream image, you might find it under the British version of the word. Overall, an excellent resource.

[Deanna ✰ ☾ · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great reference tool for checking possible meanings for the symbols in your dreams, Tony Crisp's Dream Dictionary allows the dreamer room for their own interpretations as well. Detail for each meaning is presented thoughtfully and in an organized way. Whenever I need to interpret my dreams, I write them down and use this dictionary to annotate what I've written; with time and practice, this can come quicker and more intuitively. I'm glad I bought this book a few years ago. It's really done a lot for me!

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had this book a long time ago (back when I kept a dream journal) and I always liked looking up the different symbols, and back when I was interested in Freud. All the symbols are very Freudian (if you dream of a snake, you're dreaming about sex - if you dream of a banana, you're dreaming about sex - who the hell dreams about bananas???) but it's still fun to look stuff up. It was fairly easy to use.

[Chantal · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is dog eared all over and the binding is falling apart. I have used this so much and I still grab it occasionally. However, I will say that I have learned that you can not take this book (or any like it) as fact. After all, you may view some of these symbols differently due to your life circumstances. I would say that it is a great guide. Read it and then document your dreams. Focus on what the symbols mean to you and then compare them to the book.

[Justin Fraxi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've used plenty of dream guides in the past, and most of them are decent enough, but this one is by far the best. It actually gives you a bit of background on Jungian and Freudian psychology, and helps you interpret your own dreams rather than just giving you an A-Z dictionary with one meaning per symbol.

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

This isnt really a book you read but a book you look through when you want to know the meaning of your dreams. Ive had this book since I was a young teen and still refer to it when I want to know the meaning of my dreams.

[jiitterbug524 · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVE. LOVE. LOVE, this book. I have owned it since 99'. I am always referring to it. My family and friends always call me when they have questions and this book hasn't ever steered any of us wrong, I would totally recommend it. I have owned a lot of dream books but this one is by far THE BEST!

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are really looking for a guide to help you interpret what your dreams symbols mean, this and Sandra A. Thomson's A Dreamer's Dictionary and all you need. None of that silly money and happiness stuff, but real honest dream imagery to help you see within yourself.

[Galina · Rating 4 out of 5]

your dreams are a reflection of our your past and present real life experiences, do it's a great source of dream interpretations book to come to when you have vivid dreams, I have interpreted many dreams for myself and my girls, as well as some friends. 95% of the time it's accurate, I recommend!

[Joaquin Orellana · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a reference book I use to interpret my dreams as soon as I wake up. It's handy and has a lot of what I dream about but not everything. The explanations are also basic. Still a nice reference book to have by your bedside.

[Ken Lange · Rating 4 out of 5]

The best dream dictionary I've found.

[Maureen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good reference book. I keep it by my bed so I can look up what an impactful dream meant right when I awake while it's still top of mind. Nerdy, I know - but oh-so-interesting!

[Leanne Curtis-Muñoz · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've seen more detailed dream books, it is missing a lot. It's still a nice little bedside reference when I wake up from a dream and ask myself, "what the hell did that mean?"

[Benjamin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent reference.

[Travel Writing · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hands down my favorite dream interpretation book. Tony Crisp's website dreamhawk dot com is an excellent resource for more dream interpretation and articles as well.

[Amber Moors]

I haven't read it from front to back, I use it along with a dream journal. It's good for acknowledging universal symbols within the subconscious mind.

[Roni Arnold · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. I had to replace it because I wore out the first one so badly.

Excellent reference book, easy to read and understand.