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Man and His Symbols AUTH. C. G. Jung PUB. Laure Leaf ISBN 0440351839 CAT. Non-Fiction MISC: Inside Flap Copy: Illustrated throughout with revealing images, this is the first and only work in which the world-famous Swiss psychologist explains to the layperson his enormously influential theory of symbolism as revealed in dreams. The Allure of Gnosticism: The Gnostic Experience in Jungian Psychology and Contemporary Culture AUTH. by Robert Alan Segal (Editor), June Singer (Editor), Murray Stein (Editor) PUB. Open Court Publishing Company ISBN 0812692772 CAT. Non-Fiction MISC: From the Midwest Book Review: "The Gnostic Experience in Jungian Psychology and Contemporary Culture is a collection of sixteen essays illuminating gnosticism in its relation to such issues as Jungian thought, the nature of evil, the place of the feminine, communism and fascism, existentialism, Christian scriptures, and Buddhism." Magdalene.org note: There is an entire chapter devoted to Mary Magdalene and The Gospel of Mary. The Archetypes and The Collective Unconscious (Collected Works of C.G. Jung Vol.9 Part 1) AUTH. C. G. Jung (Author), Gerhard Adler (Translator), R. F.C. Hull (Translator) PUB. Princeton Univ Pr ISBN 0691018332 CAT. Non-Fiction MISC: Book Description: Essays which state the fundamentals of Jung's psychological system: "On the Psychology of the Unconscious" and "The Relations Between the Ego and the Unconscious," with their original versions in an appendix. The Magdalene Legacy : Exploring the Wounded Icon of Sexuality AUTH. Sandra M. Rushing PUB. Bergin & Garvey ISBN 0897893883 CAT. Non-Fiction MISC: Book description: Rushing's seminal work addresses the ways in which modern women struggle with holistic spirituality, sexuality, and anger. She employs the Mary Magdalene model as an archetype in which sexuality and spirituality are united. Using extra-canonical texts, Rushing explores the dynamics of the relationship between the Magdalene and Jesus, one that created tension within the collective and was excluded from the canon itself. The Magdalene, known as "the apostle to the apostles," has remained tainted through repressive scholarly action and deliberate distortion. Her historical treatment is paralleled for women today who wish to remain within the church but who experience a subtle, ongoing sexual bias. The author's blending of the sociological theory of Thorstein Veblen and the psychological constructs of Carl G. Jung is unique in its theological application. The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspect of the Feminine AUTH. Nancy Qualls-Corbett PUB. Inner City Books ISBN 0919123317 CAT. Non-Fiction MISC: Although this isn't strictly a book about Mary Magdalene, there is a very enlightening section about her near the end of the book. From Midwest Book Review: "The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspect Of The Feminine is solidly based on Jungian psychological principles and powerfully illustrates how our vitality and capacity for joy depend on restoring the soul of the sacred prostitute to its rightful place in our conscious understanding. The Sacred Prostitute is engaging reading that provides a great deal of thoughtful observations on the nature of human sexuality and its relationship to the well-balanced personality and the health and stability of human society."