Life's Daughter / Death's Bride, Inner Transformations through the Goddess Demeter / Persephone.
Boston, MA: Shambhala, 1997. First edition. Hardcover. Large octavo. xx + 252pp. Gray papered boards with gilt titling to spine; index, bibliography, notes, b&w illustrations. From the publisher: "Writing from the perspectives of Jungian psychology and goddess spirituality, Kathie Carlson examines the deep reverberations of this myth of Demeter and Persephone in both ancient religion and the inner lives and relationships of contemporary men and women. Included in her discussion are: The Mother-Daughter archetype as feminine self Hades as shadow in men and animus in women The plight of women who "live the myth backwards" The Mystery path of Demeter Richly illustrated with dreams, insights, and relational dynamics drawn from psychotherapy clients, this book will appeal to both layperson and professional, and to anyone interested in myth, goddess-centered religion, or Jungian psychology." Overall, a tight and bright Near Fine copy in Near Fine dust jacket. (Dust jacket not price clipped.). Item #69007
ISBN: 087773903x
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