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What the Book Explores

“The Mythic Astrology” explores the integration of psychological depth, particularly Jungian psychology, with traditional astrological principles. The authors present a method of chart interpretation that moves beyond simple predictive techniques and delves into the symbolic language of the planets, signs, and houses as representations of archetypal patterns within the psyche. It examines how mythological narratives correspond to planetary energies and astrological configurations, offering a framework for understanding personal myths and psychological complexes.

Historical / Cultural Context

This work emerged in the late 20th century as part of a broader movement seeking to rehabilitate and reimagine astrology within a modern, psychological context. Traditionally, astrology was closely tied to cosmology and predictive practices. However, the rise of psychology, particularly the work of Carl Jung, offered a new lens through which to understand astrological symbolism. Jung’s concepts of archetypes, the collective unconscious, and the individuation process provided a theoretical framework for understanding astrology not as a means of prediction, but as a symbolic map of the inner world. Greene and Sharman-Burke build directly on this intersection, drawing upon classical mythology—Greek, Roman, and Egyptian—to illustrate the archetypal energies represented in astrological charts. The book reflects a growing interest in depth psychology and the use of mythological narratives as tools for self-understanding during this period.

Who This Book Is For

This book is aimed at individuals with a foundational understanding of astrology who are interested in deepening their knowledge through a psychological and mythological lens. While not requiring a professional astrological background, some familiarity with astrological terminology and chart interpretation is beneficial. It is also suitable for students of mythology, psychology (particularly Jungian psychology), and those interested in exploring the symbolic language of the unconscious. It is geared toward self-exploration and personal growth, rather than predictive astrology.

Further Reading

• Carl Jung – *Man and His Symbols* (provides the psychological framework).
• Marie-Louise von Franz – *Archetypal Dimensions of the Psyche* (explores Jungian archetypes in detail).
• Liz Greene – *Saturn: A New Look at an Old Devil* (a deeper dive into a single planetary archetype).
• Richard Tarnas – *Cosmos and Psyche* (explores the historical correlation between planetary alignments and cultural shifts).

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