Astrologia

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The art of astrology has captivated humanity across cultures for millennia, as people have sought meaning in the movements of celestial bodies. This ancient practice has inspired reverence and deepened our understanding of ourselves and the world. While modern horoscopes are widely recognized, their roots trace back to ancient Mesopotamia. In the second volume of TASCHEN’s Library of Esoterica series, the author recounts how astronomy and astrology were once intertwined, with historical sites like the Great Pyramid at Giza aligned to constellations and early observatories established by Persian scholars. Influential figures such as Galileo even engaged in casting horoscopes. However, the Enlightenment shifted astrology into realms where mystery still thrived, impacting literature, art, and psychology, and inspiring artists and thinkers like Goethe and Blake. Later movements, including Theosophy and New Age philosophies, brought astrology into the mainstream. Edited by Jessica Hundley, this visual history explores the symbolic meanings behind over 400 images, ranging from Egyptian temples to contemporary art. Featuring works by artists like Alphonese Mucha and Hilma af Klint, the collection mirrors the planetary spin and zodiac wheel. With insights from interviews with notable astrologers, this work celebrates the stars and their enigmatic influence on our lives.