Chiron and the Healing Journey: An Astrological and Psychological Perspective (Contemporary Astrology)

ISBN: 0140195734

Author: Reinhart, Melanie

Condition: Used

A revised and updated edition of this profound astrological study of the smallest planet in our solar system.Chiron is the smallest planet in our solar system and was discovered only in the 1970s. In this comprehensive study of the planet, Melanie Reinhart examines its meaning and symbolism in psychological terms, and explores how it has added another dimension to astrology. Named after the mythical centaur, Chiron is identified with the figure of the "wounded healer," and represents a spirit of philosophical independence, compassion, and a sense of trust in our inner selves. Rich in mythological anecdotes, literary allusions, and historical perspectives, with in-depth case studies, information tables, and a completely updated and expanded ephemeris for the twenty-first century, Chiron and the Healing Journey is an indispensable book for the practicing astrologer and will fascinate anyone interested in the subject.