The Astrological Neptune and the Quest for Redemption

by Liz Greene

Book Overview

The longing for redemption is a manyheaded daimon that dwells within the most earthbound and prosaic of souls. Neptune is the astrological symbol that describes this energy. Liz Greene, an... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877288577
• ISBN13: 9780877288572
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Weiser Books
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 6.3" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Great book for serious students

I had heard a lot of bad press about this book. So I hired it from the library instead of buying it. I was pleasantly surprised. The book is excellent, very deep and very insightful as far as the pitfalls of Neptune and spirituality are concerned. I particularly liked her description of the neptunian gurus and of what motivates both a person to become a guru or to follow one. As far as the writing, a reviewer said it is hard to read. I disagree. I think it is very well written, just you have to be willing to think. This is a deep book and it is not pop astrology, rather a deep reflection on Neptune and its links to spirituality, with a particualr focus on the pitfalls one can encounter during the journey of consciousness. A very well needed book that should be read by anybody with an interest in spirituality, consciousness and psychology (even if the non-astrologers would probably find the astrological framework impossible to understand).

ELLUSIVE NEPTUNE: Finally captured in words!

Liz Greene has most certainly captured Neptune in this book! Whenever I have delineated charts, I have always said "Ah Neptune makes me nuts!". As there is not anything wrong with Neptune, it is just that is complicated, emotional and more of a "state" of existence or experience that is difficult to describe in "words". The words typically available in the mundane can frquently cause the native/recipient to misunderstand or misinterpret the actual experience vs. meaning (especially when they are going through a Neptunian experience!). I was very pleased to finally find an author that was able to capture this in writing. Liz clearly and respectfully points this out in her book. It was even more clear to me that she understood Neptune, due to the size of the book. Neptune needs much description! She understands! This book certainly assisted me in helping others. Thank you Liz

Absolutely Incredible

When does Liz Greene have time to do all she does!! The amount of information packed into this tome is phenomenal. The writing of this book would be a lifetime achievement for any author, but this book is just another of many books. She just keeps on getting better. What a wonderful legacy Liz could leave behind if she could do this with each of the planets!! (Hint. Hint.) This may be the most in-depth astrology book published on any one planet. The last few chapters on interpretations of Neptune in the houses, Neptune in aspects, and Neptune in synastry is worth the price of the book alone.

A masterpiece. A must read for all "Neptunians."

This book is nothing short of amazing. Beautifully and intelligently written, it manages to skillfully reveal the complex and nebulous meanings of Neptune through the use of myth, psychology, astrology, history, insight, and compassion. I would recommend it even to those not interested in astrology, as it has great insights to offer those who have ever experineced such common human experiences as a troubled relationship, a profound yearning, or a spiritual crisis.

If you want to really understand Neptune, this is your book!

The very nature of Neptune in the horoscope is so vague, foggy and ethereal that it defies organized description. Instead of attempting this, although there is a "cookbook" section in the back of the book, Liz Greene uses words to allow you to *experience* Neptune. As with the other transpersonal planets, Pluto and Uranus, understanding how Neptune operates in individuals and relationships is crucial. This is not a good book for beginning astrologers, or for anyone who doesn't prefer or enjoy a psychological approach to the subject. For those who do and have some experience with the language of astrology, you'll love it!