Alive and Well with Uranus: Transits of Self Awakening (Paperback)

~ (Author) "When we begin to study astrology, some of us may unfortunately get the impression that the Outer Planets, especially when transiting, are single-handedly the cause..." (more)
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A study of Uranus, the planet known for abruptly turning our lives around 180 degrees. "Alive and well" is how we will emerge after transiting Uranus has rewarded us with personal enlightenment, liberation from social indoctrination, and a greater awareness of our mind's vast potential.

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: 264 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (October 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567187137
• ISBN-13: 978-1567187137
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #750,011 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A LIVELY-WRITTEN LOOK AT URANUS, May 18, 2000

By A Customer

Every astrological library should own this treasure. A great value, with much packed into its pages, "Alive and Well With Uranus" is written in an original, attention-grabbing manner. It contains good, basic material on the planets and houses---all seen from the viewpoint of the sky god, Uranus, when he's visiting each of them. I was entertained by the humorous and down-to-earth style of writing, but was also left intellectually stimulated enough to see each planet and house in a different light.

I particularly took to heart the author's advice (among his many practical tips for capitalizing on one's own personal Uranian transit) about staying conscious when working with Outer-Planet transits---see Chapter One. He encourages us to take advantage of potentially creative solutions. Chapter Two gets down to the nuts and bolts of "how" and "why" these "cosmic messenger" transits work (especially see "a Transiting Planet's Role").

When you read this book, explore the first four chapters in order. Plus, in the Introduction, you will enjoy the mythology and learn how well it symbolizes the astrological energy we know as Uranus (see especially "The Moral of the Story"). Part One is aptly named: "Wake Up and Smell the Freedom", which is one of the main messages of Uranus. Part Two describes Uranus' transits to all the planets and houses in detail. This material is nicely organized using catchy subheadings.

Finally, at the end is a nice, summary chapter, short but succinct, that assumes you have come through your Uranian transits "alive and well" and have accrued the benefits thereof. It thus addresses the newer, freer, individualized Uranian you---with your altered consciousness and your more optimistic view of planet Earth and the Universe. Altogether, this book is the perfect one to read right now, with Uranus transiting its own sign, Aquarius, and with the emerging 21st century at hand. Bil Tierney did a great job imparting his knowledge and wisdom in a Uranian way!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ingenius Insights into Uranus, January 13, 2001

By	Karen Branch (Duluth, GA) - See all my reviews

As a professional astrologer, I find Bil's book on Uranus extremely helpful when I want to tune in to the essence of this planet's unpredictable energy. Not only does he give the deeper, psychological manifestations of its transits to planets and houses in the natal chart, he gives real life examples that stimulate my creative interpretations. I find myself laughing with recognition, as he brilliantly weaves his Uranian tales. Bil has a wonderful talent for bringing the planets down to earth in a way we can all relate to and understand with great clarity. There are many astrology books out there on Uranus and the other outer planets; Bil's books are fresh, entertaining and great catalysts for deeper astrological perspectives. His books belong in every astrologer's library!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, Insightful Teaching, January 6, 2001

By	Jeff Jawer (Redmond, WA) - See all my reviews

Bil Tierney never fails to make astrology understandable. He breaks concepts down to their basics so that the beginner has a clear, profound understanding of the concepts. Advanced students and practicing professionals add layers of meaning to their work thanks to Bil's work. "Alive and Well with Uranus" turns this "troublesome" planet into something that astrology students can work with effectively. Bil doesn't sugarcoat, but always offers hopeful insights that enrich the subject.