Return of the Goddess

by Edward C. Whitmont

Book Overview

Argues that modern society is turning away from the male concepts of power an agressiveness and returning to feminine values, such as instinct, intuition, and emotion. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 082450643X
• ISBN13: 9780824506438
• Release Date: January 1984
• Publisher: Crossroad Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Return of the Goddess, Return of Authenticity

Exploring the psychological implications of the sexual continuum, Whitmont's Return of the Goddess alerts us to the potential of our current situation wherein a "new mythologem is arising in our midst and asks to be integrated into our modern frame of reference. It is the myth of the ancient Goddess who once ruled earth and heaven before the advent of the patriarchy and of the patriarchal religions." Truly a "myth for our times," Whitmont traces the evolution of consciousness through its magical, mythical and mental phases in the history of the world and urges both male and female readers to affirm a state of "psychological pregnancy and thereby reclaim one's own femininity, the personalizing and civilizing force arising out of subjective chaos." Whitmont's book is a vital tool for those interested in the reintegration of Western society at a time when scientism, materialism and the faux enlightenment of prosperity have reached their outer limits ....

Return of the Goddess

Two worlds, ruled by different Kings; two princesses, separated at birth - both, heir to a Goddess' power. Trained by monks since infancy, Princess Anora has used meditation to attempt to contact her other half for many years. However, she has failed everytime. With her world under threat from the spreading chaos, Princess Anora knows the only way to victory is to become the double-headed dragon but she can only do this by joining with Iona. Meanwhile, Princess Iona has spent a pampered life, totally unaware of her duty. Her mother died when she was only little, and the knowledge of her true nature died with her. During her confinement she looks into a magic mirror, which shows her Princess Anora. Finding a companion, in her time of trial is a blessing for Iona. Finally she learns of her potential, but she can't contact Anora without the mirror. How will they ever join? They've to become one if Anora is to save her kingdom and Iona to save her father.This book is portrayed in realistic details in excellency. The plot also has some nice twists.

Return of the Goddess

Two worlds, ruled by different Kings; two princesses, separated at birth - both, heir to a Goddess' power. Trained by monks since infancy, Princess Anora has used meditation to attempt to contact her other half for many years. However, she has failed everytime. With her world under threat from the spreading chaos, Princess Anora knows the only way to victory is to become the double-headed dragon but she can only do this by joining with Iona. Meanwhile, Princess Iona has spent a pampered life, totally unaware of her duty. Her mother died when she was only little, and the knowledge of her true nature died with her. During her confinement she looks into a magic mirror, which shows her Princess Anora. Finding a companion, in her time of trial is a blessing for Iona. Finally she learns of her potential, but she can't contact Anora without the mirror. How will they ever join? They've to become one if Anora is to save her kingdom and Iona to save her father.This book is portrayed in realistic details in excellency. The plot also has some nice twists.

Insights Into an Unrecognized Myth of the Aquarian Age

Edward C. Whitmont identifies the Grail myth as an underlying pattern in many psychological and societal processes in the past and present. With examples from history and his therapeutical practice he outlines a vision of how our present consciousness could change to better cope with the challenges ahead. He especially elaborates on the so-called male/female dichotomy.