Twelve Faces of Saturn: Your Guardian Angel Planet [Paperback]

Bil Tierney (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 8, 2002

Saturn is often viewed with uncertainty and unease, but in this text, Bil Tierney sees Saturn as a key for liberation, as a guardian angel planet, as indispensable to psychological maturity and material stability. Tierney explores Saturn from the perspective of the natal sign and house. He also views it through each element and modality, and through astronomy, mythology and metaphysics.

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Astrologers, hang on to your hats: Bil Tierney is behind the wheel of another heavy-duty book, and he's ready to take you on a road trip into the unexplored astrological significances of Saturn. You'll see that Saturn isn't just a celestial parent making sure we follow the rules; it is "the cosmic version of collagen," allowing us to think in terms of "me" and "you," rather than functioning as one undifferentiated life form. Tierney gives a tour of each of Saturn's aspects, houses, and signs, as well as its different modalities. He even points out the similarities between Saturn's astrological character and its role in mythology, psychology, and astronomy, which makes Twelve Faces of Saturn a hefty reference work. Lest you fear for your sanity in the face of all of this weighty information, take heart in knowing that Tierney's unique sense of humor is injected into every facet of this informative astrological tool.

About the Author

Bil Tierney has been involved with astrology for over thirty-five years. As a full-time professional, he has lectured and given workshops at major astrological conferences throughout the United States and Canada since the mid-1970s. He has a special interest in studying the birth chart from a practical, psychological level that also encourages spiritual growth. He is a longtime member of the Metropolitan Atlanta Astrological Society (MAAS), and has served as its newsletter/journal editor several times. Bil’s work has been published in astrological publications such as Aspects and The Mercury Hour. The books he has written include Dynamics of Aspect Analysis, and the Llewellyn titles: Twelve Faces of Saturn, Alive and Well with Neptune, Alive and Well with Uranus, Alive and Well with Pluto, and All Around the Zodiac.

When Bil is not busy with client consultations, lecturing, tutoring, and writing articles and books, his other big passion is computers. Clients enjoy Bil’s animated, warm, and easy-going style, and they are impressed with his skillful blend of the intuitive and the analytical. His humorous slant on life is appreciated as well. Readers enjoy his through, insightful approach to astrological topics.

Product Details

• Paperback: 341 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications; 1st edition (September 8, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567187110
• ISBN-13: 978-1567187113
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #595,713 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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44 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it! Wonderful information clearly presented!, July 12, 1999

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This review is from: Twelve Faces of Saturn: Your Guardian Angel Planet (Paperback)

This is an exceptional book. The author has done a masterful job of presenting "heavy" material in an entertaining manner. The "12 letter" approach used by Zip Dobbyns is made more understandable in this book and I particularly like the use of "principles" substituted for "letters" because it seems to broaden the horizons of astrology . I also like the fact that Mr. Tierney, while respecting the views of the sticklers for "political correctness" found a way to spare us the cumbersome "he/she" writing style. I love the humor interspersed at various intervals which lightens the sometimes too solemn/serious approach of practitioners of astrology. The book also clarifies the subtle differences between house and sign and makes crystal clear the differences and similarities between sign and planet. This book is a valuable addition to the astrological literature of the modern world and is valuable for beginners and professionals alike! As one who has studied astrology for 30 years, I applaud the author for his fresh, original approach to a fascinating subject.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Rather good read, Very useful information, well written, July 20, 2000

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This review is from: Twelve Faces of Saturn: Your Guardian Angel Planet (Paperback)

Well written book about a "malefic" planet. Saturn really is a guardian angel, if it could get past it's bad reputation! Mr. Tierney makes the reading light with bits of humour and twists on words - very good book indeed.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Saturnian Delight :), August 6, 2002

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Beth M. Guy (Portland, ME USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Twelve Faces of Saturn: Your Guardian Angel Planet (Paperback)

This is a great work on Saturn! Traditionally, Saturn gets labeled as a malefic, but Tierney thankfully shows how working with Saturn energy brings great gifts. Tierney's writing is clear, concise, and punctuated with just the right dose of humor. The book covers Saturn in signs, houses, and in aspect quite thoroughly. He offers practical insight for working with the configurations. This is a must for every astrology library.