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I purchased Mary Shea's book when it first came out in the early 1990s. That copy is now falling apart and difficult to navigate with pages falling out. This new edition is updated with more information and new graphics, and the binding appears to be perfect for many more years of use. All I have to do is transfer my many margin notes and underlines to the new book--no simple task!!
Ms. Shea writes in a personable style, with anecdotes and real life examples illustrating her solar return interpretations. Her background in counseling psychology informs every page with insights every astrologer needs to hone her/his skills in interpretation. It is indeed a 'teaching' book in many ways to both the layperson and professional.
Through the years, I have found this book to be a roadmap for my year ahead. As my life has unfolded, natal transits, progressions, directions and solar return astrology have helped me maintain my sanity through insane times, both good and not so good. I know myself so much more deeply through the study of this art.
With her uncanny insights into this art of astrology, Ms. Shea reaffirms the mysteries that astrology makes real. By that I mean she is able to articulate what is happening, why it is happening, and often times when and how it will happen, ahead of time. THAT is bringing divination down to a single page with astrological glyphs in a circle, to be interpreted by a good astrologer.
The mystery of life (and god) is, as Joseph Campbell said, "...beyond all categories of thought." With the help of authors like Mary Shea and a few others, that mystery can be grokked...explored...experienced deeply, with a few more categories than usual. Not the whole mystery, but glimpses here and there.
Ms. Shea's book "Planets In Solar Returns" work is one I turn to most often during the year for guidance, especially during the 3 months leading up to my birthday. As I look to the closing phase of my year just ending, and my new birthday year approaching...like clockwork: "Here Comes the Sun" -- and once again I begin this wonderful journey called life.
Thank you Mary Shea. A masterful piece of insight for all who dare or care to ask.
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Customers find this astrology book informative and well-written, with one review noting it includes example chart interpretations. Moreover, they appreciate its comprehensive content, with one customer highlighting its real-life examples illustrating solar return interpretations. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its readability and thoroughness. However, opinions about its psychological content are mixed, with one customer finding it too psychological for a one-year prediction.
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17 customers mention informative, 16 positive, 1 negative
...Ordered this new one to replace it. Great reference.Read more
This book is very informative. I have found it helpful in understanding my solar return chart. I recommend it to you.Read more
...Very readable however and informative. Would definitely read another book by this author.Read more
Easy reference, valuable informationRead more
15 customers mention content, 15 positive, 0 negative
11 customers mention solar return content, 11 positive, 0 negative
Pretty good book about solar returns, she didn't make any mention on if plants in the solar return conjunct planets in the native chart, and parts...Read more
There are a few good books out there on solar returns, but I think is is one of the best. A must have for the psychological astrologer.Read more
Very interesting. It should be noted there is significant emphasis on the solar return as it relates to personal development....Read more
The author is very detailed about solar return charts, including planets, houses, etc. that show up in the yearly return....Read more
7 customers mention writing style, 6 positive, 1 negative
A lot better written than similar books on the subject....Read more
The book is well-written; and gives a very detailed view of interpreting solar return charts....Read more
Very complete and well written guide to the Solar Return. Very thorough....Read more
...Great addition to my Kindle library. The text was clear and concise.Read more
6 customers mention detailed, 6 positive, 0 negative
Includes every detail you could need about solar return charts PLUS detailed "cookbook" interpretations....Read more
Very complete and well written guide to the Solar Return. Very thorough....Read more
...Complete, with a good psychological approach, I just miss the more factual approach every Solar Return requires....Read more
...It is clear in describing the ways in which solar return charts differ from natal charts; as well as how they differ from other predictive charts....Read more
5 customers mention readability, 5 positive, 0 negative
A lot better written than similar books on the subject. Easy to read and gives you an intelligent and logical description of the planets and aspects...Read more
...Great addition to my Kindle library. The text was clear and concise.Read more
Very clear text!Read more
...It places less emphasis on events per se in a person's life. Very readable however and informative....Read more
5 customers mention psychology, 2 positive, 3 negative
...books on astrology, its wavering between precision and mystical rambling can be frustrating, yet is worth it....Read more
Good Job -- Returns more spiritual than other Directions --wish more people were knowledgeable about themRead more
...Too psychological for a one-year prediction.Read more
...: "Here Comes the Sun" -- and once again I begin this wonderful journey called life. Thank you Mary Shea....Read more
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Veronica HeilmairReviewed in Germany on October 12, 2019
sehr ausführlich und treffend
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Vicky Sepulveda GonzalezReviewed in Mexico on March 31, 2023
Que es un excelente libro, y me llego en el tiempo prometido
- Julie MReviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2026
Exactly what I needed to learn solar returns
