Insights into Evolutionary Astrology: A Diverse Collection of Essays by Prominent Astrologers [Paperback]

Rose Marcus (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 8, 2010

Evolutionary astrology holds the key to life's most profound mysteries: Where does the soul come from? How can we grow spiritually? What are our intended life lessons?

Shedding new light on these vitally important questions, well-known astrologer Rose Marcus has compiled a collection of illuminating essays by today's foremost evolutionary astrologers. Each contributor offers fascinating perspectives on evolutionary astrology and explores various aspects of Pluto's role in determining the soul's evolving needs and desires.

Jeffrey Wolf Green, the world-renowned founder of this specialized field of study, begins the book with an exploration of the four natural evolutionary laws that propel soul growth. Deva Green continues with a discussion of how Pluto drives our evolutionary growth, illustrated with case studies and charts of notable figures such as President Barack Obama.

Contributors also explore Pluto's influence on the sexual and relationship characteristics of each zodiacal sign, the fulfillment of human potential, the dynamics between twins, past life regression, the interpretive importance of planetary nodes, and the cultural significance of Pluto entering Capricorn.

Features original essays by Jeffrey Wolf Green, Deva Green, Kim Marie, Maurice Fernandez, Kristin Fontana, Patricia L. Walsh, Mark Jones, and Rose Marcus.

Praise:

"If you have ever wondered about the premises of evolutionary astrology, this book is a must read, covering many dimensions of the subject expounded by highly respected teachers, lecturers, and authors of the system as well as the founder himself, Jeffrey Wolf Green. It is insightful, inspirational, and even controversial, providing the reader with much to ponder."—CHRIS MCRAE, professional astrologer and vice president of the International Society of Astrological Research 

"[Insights into Evolutionary Astrology] is one of the most insightful and original books on the subject of astrology that is currently in print. The articles are very diverse, well thought out and presented in an easily and understandable fashion for both the practicing astrologer and interested lay person." —LYNN NEESE, former president of both the Seattle Astrologers Association and the Washington Astrologers Association

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Rose Marcus (Vancouver, British Columbia), a certified astrology professional, is the director for the Canadian School of Evolutionary Astrology and has written forecasts
for numerous publications and projects. She also hosts her own TV show, AstroLink. Visit her online at www.rosemarcus.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications; 1 edition (August 8, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738719862
• ISBN-13: 978-0738719863
• Product Dimensions: 0.7 x 5.9 x 8.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,086,651 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Book at the Perfect Time! August 2, 2010

By Marylynn Neese

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This book is indeed filled with original insights! As an astrologer of over forty years I am very familiar with the writers of this book and their excellent past presentations so have been looking forward to this publication and I can say with all honesty that it is one of the most insightful and original books on the subject of astrology that is currently in print. The articles are very diverse, well thought out and presented in an easily and understandable fashion for the practicing astrologer and interested lay person as well.

Anyone searching to understand the world today will get a great deal out of this book as it certainly isn't your common ancient astrology rewritten. Jeffrey and Deva are both concise and articulate as we've known them to be in the past. Kim Marie's article on Evolutionary States goes into depth and clearly shows her excellent teaching skills. Maurice Fernandez's article on relationships and sexuality is so interesting and so original and also reflects his depth of knowledge on a very complex subject.

Rose Marcus has done an incredible job editing and putting this book together. In writing the last article herself I think she has accomplished a tremendous feat in her perspective of the Archetype of Capricorn. She has done an incredible job with the sign and her information on the Cardinal Cross and geographic details give us a clear and unique insight into the future of our world. "Insights Into Evolutionary Astrology" is the perfect title to a book filled with insights, originality and enjoyable reading. I loved it!

Lynn Licata-Neese, MA

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A book that truly lives up to its title October 8, 2010

By J. Hamilton

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Rose Marcus has done an excellent job of compiling some of the many diverse applications of EA. The subjects are well selected. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique style and perspective that each author brings to a broad range of topics.

The first three chapters were covered very clearly by Jeffrey Wolf Greene, Deva Green and Kim Marie, respectively. The review of basic EA principles, the four main ways that Pluto affects/instigates evolutionary growth, and the evolutionary states is a very helpful prelude toward integrating the in-depth applications in the book as a whole. These chapters also provide a concise and easily understandable basis for those new to EA.

Maurice Fernandez's explanation of sexuality indicators in Chapter 4 shows how these indicators find expression through the various archetypes in relationships. He adds a new level of understanding to the role one's sexual relationships plays in the evolution of the soul.

Kristin Fontana seeks to answer the question most of us who have a serious interest in astrology have asked at one time or another in our studies, "How can twins have charts that look essentially the same, yet often have such different characters and personalities and lead such different lives?" She offers great insight into this phenomenon in her detailed delineation of example charts - similar charts, but different past-life dynamics, evolutionary intentions, and stages of evolution.

In Chapter 6 on planets squaring the nodal axis Patrician Walsh applies this principle to several example charts, providing us with a broader understanding and perspective that can be applied to other individual charts.... Walsh, a certified past life regression therapist, does an amazing job of bringing the charts to life by drawing parallels between the past life stories and the current life natal charts.

Marc Jones brings to the forefront the relevance of the often-overlooked planetary nodes to the evolution of the collective as well as the individual soul in Chapter 7. The interconnectedness of these nodes with individual planetary placements offers a very expanded view of how our evolution is directly connected with historical archetypal themes.

In the final chapter, Marcus explains the Capricorn archetype and its ramifications for our world. She sheds much light on the collective challenges and choices of our times. It is a real eye-opener and a must-read for anyone seeking to expand their worldview.

This book is a worthwhile addition to any astrological library. Read more ›

15 of 21 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Primum non nocere August 27, 2010

By ANON

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I had high hopes for this book after reading the review. I ordered it specifically because the sub title stated that it is a diverse collection of essays by prominent astrologers. As a practicing astrologer of forty years I thought "I should read this book," so, I settled in for what I hoped to be an illuminating experience I could share with my clients. However I was quickly turned off for two reasons, the first being that most of the essays read like they were written by the same person, and second, there were too many sweeping statements about human nature and humanity that struck me as elitist.

If you think a statement like the following has merit than you will probably like this book:

"According to the theory, most souls in this [an unevolved soul stage] stage find themselves in the body of a handicapped person "for whatever karmic reasons, they are being forced to experience the world through an experience they cannot control" (Marie, 2010, pg. 83). She goes on to say that these souls have "glassy, hard eyes, and their auras are angry and hateful."

To me this sounds too much like new age eugenics. A comfy way to justify why some people are born with a handicap.