In the introduction to Part 1, Freud proposes to show a technique for interpreting dreams. He also offers to clarify the dream process and identify the forces that contribute to the creation of dreams. Freud defines the act of dreaming, gives an historical overview of the dream as it was regarded in history, and discusses the classification system for dreams and dreaming. Finally, the author challenges the likening of dreaming to other kinds of mental activity such as hallucinations and visions. (read more)