Planetary Strength: A Commentary on Morinus - Softcover

Makransky, Bob

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1902405501 ISBN 13: 9781902405506

Publisher: Wessex Astrologer Ltd, 2011

Synopsis

An essential contribution to natal horoscope interpretation.  Taking as
its point of departure 'Astrologia Gallica' by Jean Baptiste Morin de
Villefranche (1583 - 1656), 'Planetary Strength' compares and contrasts the
differences between the strengths conferred upon planets by virtue of their
sign placements (celestial state); house placements (terrestrial state);
and aspects (aspectual state).  The strength factors of retrogradation /
station, synodic phase, and conjunction with fixed stars are also explained
and interpreted.  A detailed system of keywords is augmented by insightful
“cookbook” interpretations for each and every planetary combination.  The
depth and quality of the analysis – as well as the hundreds of practical
examples and tips – make 'Planetary Strength' an indispensable reference
work which both neophyte and experienced practitioners will consult every
time they read a horoscope.

About this title

Product Description

Planetary Strength - a commentary on Morinus is an intermediate level textbook on natal horoscope interpretation. Taking as its point of departure Astrologia Gallica by Jean Baptiste Morin de Villefranche (1583 - 1656), Planetary Strength explains the differences between the strengths conferred upon planets by virtue of their sign placements (celestial state), house placements (terrestrial state) and aspects (aspectual state). A detailed system of keywords is augmented by insightful "cookbook" interpretations for each and every planetary combination. The depth and quality of the analysis - as well as the hundreds of practical examples and tips - make Planetary Strength an essential reference work which both neophyte and experienced practitioners will consult every time they read a horoscope.

Review

"The book is beautifully written. With Makransky, whether you agree or
disagree is not the issue - you will always get a good read. It is clear.
He has done his homework. He makes the genius of Morinus accessable to
English speakers. He shows us how to 'think astrologically'." - Joseph
Polansky, Diamond Fire Magazine

"What’s fascinating about 'Planetary Strength' is that the author is using
his own prose to describe the planets’ conditions.  In the introduction, he
advises readers to study Morinus, but clearly Makransky’s efforts are the
better source.  ... Try them in practice and compare these interpretations
to what you might otherwise think about a planet.  It may just sharpen your
ability to make accurate statements about character, a person's history,
and even to make predictions.  And what more do you ask of astrology?"
-  'Dell Horoscope' magazine

"This is certainly an interesting addition to reading and interpreting the
translations of Morinus' original work.  It is detailed and considered, and
the author's knowledge and experience are evident throughout."  - Helen
Stokes, 'AA Journal'

"Presenting a mixture of discussion, detailed cookbook offerings and chart
examples as well as keywords and tables, this fascinating book also
addresses the fixed stars. ... This fascinating book assumes a fair
knowledge of astrology as well as some experience in preparing charts." -
Margaret Gray, 'ISAR'

"This is a book that every beginner as well as advanced student of
astrology would do well to possess.  The author is extremely perceptive in
his descriptions of the planets in their various strength and weaknesses
... this book would be a helpful aid to the researcher, as it would point
him in the right direction." – Wanda Sellar, Correlation

Edition details

• Publisher: Wessex Astrologer Ltd
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1902405501
• ISBN 13: 9781902405506
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 146