Mainstream science has long dismissed astrology as a form of
primitive superstition, despite or perhaps even because of its huge
popular interest. From daily horoscopes to in-depth and
personalized star forecasts, astrology, for many, plays a crucial
role in the organization of everyday life. Present-day scholars and
scientists remain baffled as to why this pseudo-science exercises
such control over supposedly modern, rational and enlightened
individuals, yet so far they have failed to produce any meaningful
analysis of why it impacts on so many lives and what lies behind
its popular appeal. Moving beyond scientific scepticism, Astrology,
Science and Culture finally fills the gap by probing deeply into
the meaning and importance of this extraordinary belief system.
From the dawn of pre-history, humankind has had an intimate
connection with the stars. With its roots in the Neolithic culture
of Europe and the Middle East, astrology was traditionally heralded
as a divinatory language. Willis and Curry argue that, contrary to
contemporary understanding including that of most astrologers
astrology was originally, and remains, a divinatory practice.
Tackling its rich and controversial history, its problematic
relationship to Jungian theory, and attempts to prove its grounding
in objective reality, this book not only persuasively demonstrates
that astrology is far more than a superstitious relic of years gone
by, but that it enables a fundamental critique of the scientism of
its opponents. Groundbreaking in its reconciliation of astrologys
ancient traditions and its modern day usage, this book impressively
unites philosophy, science, anthropology, and history, to produce a
powerful exploration of astrology, past and present.
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Wed, 27 May 2009 | Review
by: Rod S.
This may be the most important book about astrology published in modern times. It addresses the critical issues of astrology's place in our culture and why it is that it remains a significant and central part of Western metaphysics despite all efforts to destroy it. It takes a critical look at all the studies for and against astrology and demonstrates why the criticisms by 'scientists' create more problems for science than for astrology. It also exposes the often deliberate attempts by such studies to manipulate results simply to discredit astrology. This is a serious study which settles many of the 'issues' once and for all. It should be compulsory reading for any astrologer or student of Western culture and spirituality. Brief, to the point and totally gripping, it will be instrumental in returning astrology to the deserved position at the centre of Western spiritual culture. It will be the most important astrology book you own.
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