Like their Western and Chinese counterparts, Native Americans developed an astrological system for understanding the world and envisioning harmony in the universe. Based on animals and clans—and with corresponding trees, stones, and colors—it’s broken into 12 moons similar to the 12 signs in Western astrology. In fascinating detail, and with magnificent artwork throughout, this new entry in the Simply series explores an exciting and little known aspect of Native culture. In addition to providing analyses of all the signs, symbols, and seasonal associations, there are illuminating charts, explanations of the medicine wheel, and practical ideas for using Native astrology as an oracle.
Simply Native American Astrology is an eye opening book. It allows the reader to view themself in another perspective. It gives details to the spirit animal each person has, as well as the plants, crystals and colors. Each catergory tells the reader something new about themself, and how to emphasize qualities using crystals or plants. The reader can learn about how Native Americans look at the stars, and about the different directions and their meanings. Anyone that wants to explore themself more should read this book. It will give them a new perspective, and an enlightened feeling.