Discover the intriguing mythology behind the planets and Zodiac signs that rule Western astrology, and learn how to channel the energy of each star sign to live your best life.
Have you ever wondered why the Zodiac signs are associated with certain animals? Or how a crab (Cancer) came to rule a part of the sky? Or, for that matter, what it means to have Taurus, the stubborn bull, as your star sign?
Whether you’re a fiery Aries, a mysterious Scorpio, or a sassy Sagittarius, you can discover the fascinating, sometimes forgotten, and often wild Greek and Roman mythology that gave rise to the star signs and planet names , while learning the stories behind:
Aries , the ram; Taurus , the bull; Gemini , the twins; Cancer , the crab; Leo , the lion; Virgo , the maiden; Libra , the scales; Scorpio , the scorpion; Sagittarius , the archer; Capricorn , the goat; Aquarius , the cup bearer; Pisces , the fish; Venus , the planet of love; Mars , the planet of war
… and more!
With stunning, specially commissioned illustrations from Jennifer Parks (@spectralgardens) and rituals and affirmations included at the end of each story to help you harness the power of every sign and planet , whether you’re a super grounded Taurus looking to bring more activist Aquarius energy into your life, or a dreamy Pisces looking to get focused like no-nonsense Virgo, this book is for you.
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INTRODUCTION
PART I: THE ASTROLOGICAL SIGNS
ARIES
The Golden Ram
TAURUS
The Princess and th E Bull
GEMINI
The Dioscuri
CANCER
Gate of Men
LEO
The King of the World
VIRGO
The Goddess of the Grain
LIBRA
Lady of Good Counsel
SCORPIO
The Hunter and the Hunted
SAGITTARIUS
The Starry Seed
CAPRICORN
Father of Souls
AQUARIUS
The Cup Bearer
PISCES
A Fish Tale
PART II: THE PLANETS
MERCURY
Gods, Humans, and Tricksters
VENUS
The Morning Star
MARS
War and Peace
JUPITER
The Twelve Shields
SATURN
The Golden One
URANUS
The Rainmaker
NEPTUNE
Behold the Sea
PLUTO
The Wealthy One
THE SUN
The Unconquered Sun
THE MOON
The Light Within
A FINAL WORD
AFFIRMATIONS
YOUR BIG THREE
CREATING YOUR OWN RITUAL
GLOSSARY OF GODS AND GODDESSES
INDEX
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
ABOUT THE AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR
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Alison Davies lives in Nottingham and runs workshops at universities throughout the UK showing academics, students and early years practitioners how stories and narratives can be used as tools for teaching, healing and learning. She has a keen interest in folklore, health and wellbeing and the esoteric and is the author of Tales Behind the Tarot and Goddess Stories (Leaping Hare Press).
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