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Summary: A Classic
Review: This book is just a classic in the field. I've read many other books since this one came out, and somehow I always return to it. The more you know, the more you go back to Linda Goodman. She was one of the pioneers, and I think she has exceptional clarity in her thinking and her writing. I'm a professional coach (personal and business, not sports!) and sometimes when I really hit a deadend with a person, and can't quite understand them or what's going on, I get down to what their sign is and check it out in this book, and bingo! I wish there were more books like this ... and there never are!
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Summary: Exceptional, Eloquent, & Excellent...
Review: I owe much to this particular compendium of astrological insights...It singlehandedly motivated my interest in astrology and metaphysics by illuminating me to the deeper realites of existence. A stunningly accurate and descriptive book intergrating the a sense of the narrative along with a unique clarity regarding astrology. This is one book that has been 'borrowed' from me and never returned, not to mention instrumental in helping me obtain a deeper perspective of humanity. A must read.
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Summary: Good for the neophyte, good for the "initiated"
Review: Linda Goodman is probably my favorite astrological author because of her knowledge and her witty style of writing. To say this book is a classic would be an understatement. Five stars seems a bit much, but that is the esteem in which I hold this book. It was the first that I read on astrology that was accessible without insulting one's intelligence, funny without being trite, profound without being "heavy".
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Summary: Unbelievably Accurate!!!
Review: This is the most amamzingly accurate book of astrology I've ever seen. I have read other astrology books for entertainment, without every really believing what they said, but this book actually opens up the possibility to even the harshest skeptic that there may actually be a real science to astrology. It was almost embarassing how well Ms.Goodman seemed to know me and my friends. We laughed hysterically at some parts that pointed out our awkward behavior, and oohed and ahhed at the parts which she knew that we thought only we knew about ourselves. This is truly an amazing book. Since I can't force anyone to buy this book, I will just say that I very highly recommend this book to anyone, and everyone. It's just incredible!
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Summary: Helps you to understand people, but has a limit
Review: This is probably the best book on astrology. Linda Goodman seems to characterize most sun signs well. Every sign has a man, woman and child profile. For example, leo man, leo woman and leo child. The descriptions are fun to read. It helps me understand certain behavior from other people (which is sometimes irritating to say the least) The major criticism is that Linda seems to have a preconceived notion about certain things. For instance, on her web site, it is said "Presidents should be never from a mutable sign." And then she goes on to say why Lyndon Johnson and Kennedy were not suitable for the president's post. I for one, believe that hard work will yield the results, not the sun sign you were born under and who is Linda to decide who is a fit or misfit? We all saw how a fire sign (Linda is fond of saying she is a "double" aries fire sign) president did ! (Bill Clinton) Just keep in mind that a sun sign (or a moon sign or star sign) cannot pigeonhole people. The fact is people are JUST TOO UNIQUE. They ARE CAPABLE of doing whatever they SET THEIR MINDS ON.
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Summary: Amazing
Review: I have yet to meet someone who doesn't match the descriptions Linda Goodman has presented. Enough said...
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Summary: This is a great "starter" book
Review: This is a great gift for friends whom you want to turn on to the possibilities of astrology. Written in a clear, accessible style, it nonetheless draws on a solid foundation of understanding about astrology and the human psyche. Along with "Linda Goodman's Love Signs," it's a great way to make converts to this ancient art!
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Summary: Very Good
Review: I don't read my daily horoscope--that's bull. How would anyone know your day just cuz of your sign?However, I was convinced that astrology is for the most part, accurate. Of course--not entirely. I'm sure not every Pisces is creative, not every Virgo is a loner, and not every Capricorn is conservative. Astrology is just a basic generalization that hits most of the targets of a person's personality, according to their sign. I'm an Aquarian, and I can assure you I am not unemotional. Not every trait of your sign has to be true. This is a good book, and like the other reviews say, don't treat it as the FINAL word. It's not. It's just a fairly accurate reference. That's all. Don't take it too seriously.
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Summary: accurate!
Review: this is a very excellent book on sun signs and astrology. it has very indepth of readings of each sign,you can learn about yourself,lover,child,boss,employee,etc. i highly reccomend this book. it will teach a little more about yourself.
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Summary: Simply the best book on the subject
Review: My mother gave me this book long ago and it has remained my favorite source on astrology since. She told me it doesn't get much better than this, and she was right. Linda Goodman offers so much information on each sign it's incredible. She uses many examples to get her point across about certain personality traits and quirks. As another reviewer said, it all depends the most on the exact time, location etc. of birth, but this book offers great generalizations for men, women, children, bosses, and employees. Do yourself a favor and pick up this book. You will no doubt find out a great deal of information about yourself and those important to you.
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