Marlan, Stanton

The Black Sun: The Alchemy and Art of Darkness (Carolyn and Ernest Fay Series in Analytical Psychology): The Alchemy and Art of Darkness (Carolyn and Ernest ... Series in Analytical Psychology (Paperback))

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ISBN 13:: 9781603440783
author:: Marlan, Stanton
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Texas A&M University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2008
Pages:: 266
Dimensions:: 140 mm X 216 mm
Genre:: Magic, alchemy & hermetic thought
Condition:: New
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The Black Sun: The Alchemy and Art of Darkness by Stanton Marlan In modern psychology, darkness is often seen as a negative force to be overcome. However, Stanton Marlan argues that darkness has an intrinsic importance to the human psyche. This book reexamines the paradoxical image of the black sun and its meaning in Western culture, drawing on literature, art, and clinical experiences to explore the influence of light and shadow on modern thought. Marlan finds that the black sun is not just a symbol of darkness, but also a source of profound insight and transformation. He draws parallels between the black sun and various spiritual and philosophical traditions, including negative theology, the Kabbalah, and the Buddhist notion of the void. This book offers a unique perspective on the role of darkness in understanding depression, trauma, and the human psyche. By exploring the unknown darkness conventionally called the Self, Marlan's work provides a fresh understanding of the human experience. With its unique blend of psychology, philosophy, and art, this book is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of human nature.

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