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The Stories Behind Astrology: Discover the mythology of the zodiac & stars Hardcover – August 27, 2024
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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.
- Print length176 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherLeaping Hare Press
- Publication dateAugust 27, 2024
- Dimensions6.9 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches
- ISBN-100711290741
- ISBN-13978-0711290747
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"Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout ... extraordinary and unreservedly recommended."
―Midwest Book ReviewAbout the Author
JENNIFER PARKS is an illustrator, ceramicist, and tattoo artist living in the US. She is a mystic, a mother, and an animist. She loves nature and is surrounded by the lush greenery of the PNW and has many animal friends, including cats, a dog, squirrels, raccoons, birds, and a possum. She believes in magic and spirits and everything in between.
Her website is www.spectralgardens.com and her Instagram handle is @spectralgardens.
Product details
- Publisher : Leaping Hare Press (August 27, 2024)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 176 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0711290741
- ISBN-13 : 978-0711290747
- Item Weight : 1.45 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.9 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,097,521 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #4,287 in Astrology (Books)
- #16,043 in Folklore (Books)
- #37,618 in Short Stories (Books)
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About the author

Alison Davies is an author, storyteller and freelance writer from Nottingham. She has penned over 50 books, including the popular ‘Be More…’ series for Quadrille, which started with Be More Cat, and includes to name a few, Be More Bee, Be More Sloth, and Be More Dog. More recently Alison has written a mix of fiction and folklore, with books like Tales Behind Tarot and The Goddess Stories. Alison is a professional storyteller and delivers sessions at universities on how stories can be used as tools for teaching and learning. Her most important and demanding role by far though, is being human of choice to her three furry felines, Ziggy, Diego and Honey.
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024Great coffee table book for lovers of astrology and/or mythology.