I was thrilled to get a chance to review this book early. I had known about it because a dear friend has an essay within, but that just made the book extra special. Now that I have read it, I realize I have discovered what will be a much-valued book for my collection. Enough so that I will be purchasing a hard copy to keep on my shelf. Sometimes a book is great enough that a pdf file simply won't work.
Naming the Goddess is a remarkable collection of critical essays concerning modern Goddess Spirituality along with a large section of essays covering over seventy goddesses from around the world. I don't think there was a single essay I didn't enjoy. It has such a variety that it's easy to find something you are interested in, or if, like me, you like to learn about different perspectives and pantheons, then you will find plenty to catch your curiosity.
I was pleased at the vast variety of authors. Some essays were more scholarly, while others spoke straight to your soul. A book such as this is special in that whatever mood you are in you will find someone to match it. And of course the best part... A book of so many writers, so many topics and so many goddesses means that no matter what you expect, you will find some hidden gem pop out of nowhere. I admit, I have taken to randomly flipping to a page to see what delight will show up. Somewhat like divination, I have discovered that each time the essay will be relevant to my life at that time and give me some wise answer to a question I didn't necessarily know I needed to ask. This may not be the book's purpose, but it has become an added joy for me.
There isn't much to say other than get this book! If you are a follower of the Goddess, interested in mythology, or simply want to get an idea of exactly what children of the Goddess believe, then pick up a copy for yourself. You won't regret it!
http://www.moon-books.net/books/naming-goddess
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