For novice astrology students as well as experienced astrologers seeking a holistic look at the foundations of astrology, this accessible and fascinating study is a must. Readers will be pleased to discover that Astrology and the Evolution of Consciousness-Volume 1 by Maurice Fernandez is full of down-to-earth examples as well as carefully considered explanations of the profound spiritual elements behind various astrological concepts. Mapping the evolution of consciousness and the levels of spiritual development in tandem with fundamental astrology concepts will make this book a long-lasting reference for many readers. Maurice Fernandez has written this comprehensive book destined to become a classic on the basic building blocks of astrology. In Astrology and the Evolution of Consciousness-Volume 1, he shares his years of extensive experience and wisdom to do what he does best: guide us through new depth with sheer clarity. Destined to become a cornerstone in the literature of Evolutionary Astrology, Maurices book is a true manual. Students and practitioners will turn to it for years to come, mining its pages for their treasures of insight into the evolutionary possibilities inherent in specific astrological configurations. Steven Forrest, author of The Inner Sky and Yesterday's Sky