Planets in Play: How to Reimagine Your Life Through the Language of Astrology

by Laurence Hillman

Planets in Play is the first foundational book that lets the reader re-imagine his or her inner life through the self-exploratory language of astrology. Author Laurence Hillman - a widely respected... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1585425877
• ISBN13: 9781585425877
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Tarcher
• Length: 335 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Enlightened and Modern Guidance from a Master

I was very fortunate to have been introduced to Laurence Hillman several years ago by a good friend, and have been a devoted client ever since. Laurence has become a valued teacher and advisor, and although I've long admired his intelligence, intuitiveness and eloquent yet accessible communication style, I have not read his previous work and was unsure what to expect from this book. Simply put, this is not only the ONLY book about astrology that has ever resonated with me, but it's the only book about astrology that I've ever been able to finish! I've struggled for years to find a book that would finally implant the basic tenets of astrology into my brain in a way that not only made sense, but laid the groundwork for future insights and personal growth. This is the book. Laurence uses his characteristic eloquence and intelligence to draw analogy between the astrological elements (planets, signs, houses, aspects) and the theatre (actors, costumes, sets, relationships). Using this analogy, Laurence transforms a birth chart into a stage upon which the reader is able to view the drama of her life unfold. Further, Laurence's wise and modern observations about human nature and behavior in the astrological context allow the reader to develop a deep understanding of the forces that influence our daily existences and relationships, and to make enlightened choices about our futures.

Opening a window into your life

I had dabbled in astrology but didn't really understand it till I read this book. A great resource to use again and again. I pathway to self acceptance and understanding. I highly recommend it.

Planets in Play

Imagine a book filled with wisdom from Shakespeare to Abe Lincoln to Dr. Seuss, one that draws upon the teachings of Budhism, Hinduism, Christianity and Judaism, and incorporates the observations of philosophers and professors as well as the insights of comics. Then imagine being shown how these ideas and energies apply to your own life. PLANETS IN PLAY is a practical guide to understanding how and why we all see through differing lenses. Better still, it offers ways of focusing or "owning" the unique combination of drives we were given at birth while providing alternatives to old habits and patterns, gaining us entry into the invisible, though powerfully felt, world of archetypes. Even for those who know nothing of astrology, PLANETS IN PLAY makes it easy to recognize certain traits and characteristics that are lived out by each of us. In that sense, it's a mirror reflecting our innate being. I recommend Laurence Hillman's book for its wonderful descriptions, its intelligence, humor and lively pace.

Astrology made easy and fun

Laurence Hillman has created an exquisite book, full of word pictures that stimulate the imagination. Planets in Play is the first book to make astrology easy to see intuitively in addition to making it easy to understand. I like thinking of myself as a link in the cosmic story and seeing my life illuminated through the archetypes suggested by the planets in their houses and signs. This is a good read for anyone on the path of self understanding and true self discovery. Planets in Play will be a wonderful gift book for friends who might have scrupulously avoided astrology. Nothing to fear, no dire predictions, just a whole lot of ideas that appeal to anyone seeking to grow in consciousness.