'The Stars Down to Earth': Why Educated Women in the Western World Use Astrology

Astrology is immensely popular in the modern, Western world. Studies have shown that 'belief' in astrology is mainly found among the lesser educated parts of the population, however, astrology is mainly used by educated middle-class women. This article explores why.

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Main Author: Munk, Kirstine 1967- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Interlibrary Loan:Interlibrary Loan for the Fachinformationsdienste (Specialized Information Services in Germany)
Published: 2012
In: Bulletin for the study of religion
Year: 2012, Volume: 41, Issue: 2, Pages: 3-9
Further subjects:B Women
B Astrology
B Rationality
B Popular Culture
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