It was a long time ago and few alive now remember what life was like in England in the years after World War II. Yes, the Luftwaffe and Vengeance weapons had made a fine mess in the south of the country, but during the war years the Yanks were there, millions of them, seducing the womenfolk, brawling in pubs, and, most importantly, spending their pay with local shopkeepers. May, 1945, the war ended and all the Americans left. Most went home, but a sizeable contingent set up shop in Germany, where, to the best of their ability given the local ruins, they carried on as before, seducing the womenfolk, brawling in pubs and spending their pay with the surviving shopkeepers. The Americans were joined by contingents of English, French and Soviet troops. As a result, the surprising fact, long forgotten, is that after the war, conditions in England were even worse than they were in post-Third Reich Germany. Some in Britain rued winning the war, as deprivation became their fate. In London after the war books were so scarce that used vendors had long lists of people waiting for the few books that turned up. For schools in London which taught astrology, the situation was impossible. Responding to the post WWII book shortage, Margaret Hone published this ultimate Astrology Text-Book. She was born in Birmingham, England, on October 2, 1892, at 2:13 am. Her ascendant was 27 Leo; her Sun was 9 Libra; her Moon was 13 Aquarius. Her midheaven was 15 Taurus. Of Ms Hone, James Holden wrote, "English astrologer, educator, and author. She was a professional astrologer and private teacher for many years and later was Principal and Director of Studies of the Faculty of Astrological Studies 1954-1969 and Vice President of the Astrological Lodge of London. Mrs. Hone was an advocate of the Equal House system of house division. She is best known in the U.S. for her two instruction manuals." This book is dedicated to Charles E.O. Carter, 1887-1968. Carter succeeded Alan Leo as head of the Astrological Lodge (1920-1952) and was First Principal of the Faculty of Astrological Studies, which he helped found in 1948. Hone succeeded Carter at FAS. She passed away on October 14, 1969. In his Preface, while quick to praise Hone, a personal friend, Charles Carter also pointed out that this book's high price was justified, that "padding has been rigorously excluded." He goes on to praise the workmanship, the carefully worded definitions, as well as the fact that the book was complete and entire in itself. Save for ephemeris and tables of houses, this one book would suffice beginning as well as advanced students for some years. In addition, Hone also includes one of the earliest modern histories of astrology, short biographies of leading astrologers past and present, astrology and public opinion (daily horoscopes in the newspapers were a recent innovation). On a more practical side, Hone gives a thorough analysis of the principal house systems of the day (Equal, Campanus, Regiomontanus, Placidus), and even mentions C.G. Jung's recently developed Depth Psychology.

Our new planet discovered in 2005 beyond Pluto and larger than he, was named Eris for the Greek Goddess of Discord at the 2006 meeting of International Astronomical Union. In astrology, does she express her name and its mythology, and if so, how? And, how can we get a handle on the meaning of a planet with an orbit of over 500 years? Thomas Canfield has taken up the challenge by researching Eris in the charts of events, Presidents and other major players in USA history. Tom discovered that Eris has a consistently contrary streak in that she reverses astrological tradition about how "hard" and "soft" aspects work. He calls it the "Frenemy Principle" and demonstrates it through 43 charts, more than a few touches of sardonic humor and interpretations laced with numerous anecdotes that will interest history buffs, as well as astrologers and students of astrology. So, where is Eris in YOUR chart? After reading this book, you will surely want to know!

This encompassing work on the transiting planets as used in predictive astrology includes the meaning of the transiting planets through each of the houses and delineation for each planet in aspect to every other planets. All major aspects are interpreted, giving you easy aspect to the meaning of the square, trine, sextile, conjunction and opposition. Each planet is featured in its own chapter. In addition, the authors delineate the Moon through each of the signs from both the personal and mundane, or public, perspectives. The introduction presents the authors' advice and guidance on overall interpretation of transits, their time frame and how to determine their relevance to major and minor events in your life. With this handy book you can quickly and easily access information needed to fine-tune astrological forecasts, and thus determine more favorable days for a wide range of activities.

People often ask if there is "proof" for astrology. Astrologers are not so much worried about proving astrology, as they are in using it to reveal nuance and detail. In 1929, after writing four previous books, Charles Carter (1887-1968) set his sights on discovering the astrological reasons why accidents happen, and which people are most prone to them. In part he wanted to test if astrological fundamentals were true or not. Carter knew that astrology works, but does it work the way it has long claimed, or, if it does not, can the real rules be discovered by analysis? This book is divided into two broad sections. In the first, Carter compiles raw sign and house placements of Sun, Moon and planets, along with the angular separation of pairs of planets, to determine which planets, in which signs, in which houses, and which specific angles, produce the most accidents overall. The results are surprising. In the second section, Carter analyzes specific accidents for common traits. Sixteen different classes of accidents are analyzed, among them drowning, gunshots, burns, falls, and railway accidents. While the number of individual cases were limited, Carter was able to determine critical degree areas. New in this edition, a list of local influences derived from Carter's work, and a useful index. This book was first published in 1932.

Though individual asteroids or planetoids orbiting between Mars and Jupiter may be small, they are bound to exert influences in the horoscope. In light of this conclusion, they must also exert the same type of cross chart influence in the area of relationships. With this premise, Emma Belle Donath wrote Asteroids in Synastry. Using her vast store of mythological as well as astrological lore, she tells the myths of the four major asteroids, as well as giving keyword lists and rulerships for each. In the body of the book she gives delineation of the asteroids using the most accepted forms of synastry (person A's planets in person B's chart and vice versa). In addition, she gives some of the major aspect configurations between charts, and takes a brief look at composite charts and contact cosmograms. Several example charts are used to illustrate asteroid use in this manner. This is the definitive text for using asteroids in synastry.

Astrologically, the daily transit refers to the longitudinal position of each planet in its daily passage. As each planet reaches a one-degree mathematical relationship to a planet in the natal chart, a situation, event or attitude occurs. The influence of the aspect is not always subjective; it may be objectively demonstrated in the environment, or in a relationship with another person. For example, with a Mars transit, you may not be energetic, tempestuous, zestful, passionate, constructive, or destructive. But you may see an accident in the street; watch TV violence; contact a lusty, robust friend; find competition and stress in your work environment; or observe someone who is excited or acting in haste. In all astrological aspects there is a hierarchy of precedence that tends to be preemptive. The prime determinant is the innate character. The law of precedence states: The aspect that fits best into the character will take precedence over the aspect that is foreign to the character. This thoroughly researched and well written volume will answer all your questions about what to expect when transits occur.

Have you ever wondered what was written in your stars? Now you can begin to understand how the sun, moon, and planets influence your life. This guide to astrology provides an in-depth analysis of the twelve zodiac signs as well as the eight planets and the roles they play in our galaxy. "As Different as Night and Day" offers insight into compatibility and relationships, making it easier to understand the dynamics between people based on zodiac signs. All the secrets of the signs are revealed in "As Different as Night and Day."

"As Different as Night and Day" includes information about personality, appearance, habits, and health. It introduces readers to the Eastern zodiac, and provides an educated translation from West to East signs. Readers will become more in tune with some of the darker, more hidden aspects of their personalities. This book brings an awareness of the natural forces that are acting upon us throughout our everyday lives. It discusses the health of the twelve signs, and teaches readers how to live a positive and rewarding existence. "As Different as Night and Day" offers its readers a balanced understanding of astrology unlike they have ever experienced before. This book is a reason why people have been studying astrology to this night...and day.

Does a planet in a sign have the same meaning in every horoscope? Yes and no. Although everyone with a specific planet in a specific sign shares common characteristics, each displays subtle differences depending upon what degree the planet occupies within that sign. These differences explain why, for example, one person with Mercury in Capricorn is practical and another is more creative or family-oriented, or has a strong desire to be in the spotlight. Both the three decanates (the ten-degree divisions of each sign) and the twelve duads (the two and a half-degree divisions of each sign) reveal sign characteristics specific to the individual, each of which is defined by the degree of the planet in the sign. Using decanates and duads, you can discover much more about every planet in the horoscope, as well as the signs on the anglesthe Midheaven, IC, Ascendant and Descendant. And this, in turn, will lead to new insights into relationships, career choice, communication style, finances and life purpose and goals.

Dr. Benjamin Dykes produces essential new translations of traditional astrology texts for modern students. Persian Nativities I contains the first English translation of Masha'allah's natal work, The Book of Aristotle, and a new translation of his student Abu 'Ali al-Khayyat's influential On the Judgments of Nativities.

The use of astrodynes takes much of the guesswork out of chart interpretation by mathematically determining the relative power in a horoscope. Simply put, astrodynes allow a greater precision in birth chart interpretation. Previously, the chart ruler was considered to be the ruler of the Ascendant. Now, the strongest planets, signs, and houses can easily be determined, leading to more accurate assessment of vocation, temperament, and compatibility. The level of harmony or discord will indicate the fortune that can be attracted by each factor. There is a difference between power, which is a potential for action, and harmony, which is the effect of the action. The amount of strength in the chart will show how insistent are the desires, or specific areas of life. Whether they express in harmony or with difficulty has little to do with the amount of power they have. There- fore, the first step in a better understanding of how to use astrodynes in a birth chart is to understand what power is in a chart, what harmony is, and the difference between the two. The author explains these differences and focuses on the interpretation of astrodynes, including specifics about each planet, house and aspect.

Most text-books, including the one for which I am personally responsible, are mainly of an analytical character and do not attempt to guide the reader far along the path that leads to proficiency in horoscopic delineation. In fact, few attempts have been made to attack this problem, and for a good reason-it is so difficult. Delineation is an art and it cannot be taught as one teaches merely factual knowledge. It comes with experience, if the student have the right inborn aptitudes; that is all that can be said. However, there seems to me to be a sort of border-land that lies beyond the realms of purely text-book teaching and yet is within the scope of instruction. No one can make a student into a good delineator, and, on the other hand, almost anyone with moderate teaching ability can inculcate the alphabet of astrology: between these two extremes there is a field wherein, I think, experience can help inexperience and some general principles can be formulated and explained. This is what I have attempted here, illustrating my ideas in separate chapters that deal with important classes of psychological condition. This book is designed to follow The Principles of Astrology and may be read in conjunction with The Astrological Aspects and The Encyclopaedia of Psychological Astrology. Charles E.O. Carter

AstroLog II: Family, Relationships & Health Creators of their own system of astrological psychology and founders of the Swiss Astrological Psychology Institute, Bruno and Louise Huber have taught a new dynamic direction of astrology for over forty years, summarised in their eight books on astrological psychology. There is now a substantial body of experience in the use and refinement of the 'Huber Method' documented in the German-language magazine 'AstroLog'. AstroLog II presents a second selection of articles, by various authors including the Hubers, translated into English for the first time. Their subjects relate to astrological psychology and its use in the context of family members, personal relationships and individual health.

This 722-page book contains 765 Astro*Images, which are tarot-cards for astrology covering all the major planetary combinations using the sixteen standard aspects. In addition to the 720 tarot-like graphic cards, are 1485 written text interpretations by award-winning astrologer Michael Erlewine, including separate natal (birth) and transit (sky today) interpretations. This book is intended as a self-reading horoscope and guide to interpreting astrology charts. Also included is an introduction to the theory of astrological aspects. "Mirror Aspects" are also covered, which means that waxing aspects are interpreted differently than waning aspects. Jargon aside, this is a book for beginners and professionals alike, filled with lovely images and text.

"The Rising Sign - your Astrological Calling Card" The Rising Sign throws light on our outer manner and the way we present ourselves to others. This is partly due to nature, but also due to the programming that we receive in childhood and youth. Our career choices, partnership requirements, mental & spiritual interests and general behaviour are greatly influenced by our Rising Sign. It modifies our appearance and it can take us into situations and places in our lives that the Sun Sign alone would not. Sasha has replaced about a thrid of her original edition, introducing new material within existing chapters and adding several new chapters. She has retained the all-important Rising Sign Table that allows readers to find their ascendant at a glance.

Horoscopes of Latin America is Marc Penfield's fifth book on countries of the world, each arranged by continent. This encyclopedic tome is divided into four sections: Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America and South America. It's the definitive work on 40 countries and colonies that make up this part of the world. Most countries, except the Caribbean, declared their independence from Spain or Portugal over a brief period of time. Some became monarchies (Mexico and Brasil) while others joined forces with other countries for a while. The nations of Central America (except Panama) bear close scrutiny as they gained their freedom at the same moment in time; their birth dates are identical, but when the charts are relocated there are some major differences, especially for Costa Rica. Marc Penfield outlines the basic character of the Latin American people by delineating the chart for Isabela, the oldest European settlement in the western hemisphere. Charts for over 130 cities have been included, most of them for their founding date, a few for their charter date. Progressed aspects to the angles for each city and country are shown, which makes this book a valuable teaching tool for students learning the mundane, or geopolitical, branch of astrology.

Originally published in 1928, this book gives detailed instructions on how to interpret the progressed chart using the Moon, Ascendant, and planets, as well as the transits. Leigh Milburn put to use her wealth of experience, both in classroom work through the Llewellyn College and her private practice, to convey the practical information for delineating progressed horoscopes, and how to use them in actual practice. In addition, she includes interpretations for all the major factors in the progressed chart with chapters on the nature of the planets, planets through the signs, progressed Ascendant, progressed Moon in the houses, parallels, and progressed and transiting aspects of the Sun, Moon and planets. This classic book is a must for those interested in predictive astrology.

The Only Way to Learn About Horary and Electional Astrology is a new publication of Volume 6 of the highly popular and best-selling "Only Way to Learn About Astrology" 6-volume series. Horary astrology is the art of interpreting a chart set up for the moment you ask a question and then interpreting the horoscope to reveal the answer. Joan McEvers has developed a simple, easy-to-follow procedure that WORKS! You'll find many charts from her client files that demonstrate her skills at this technique and tell you the results. Electional astrology uses astrological principles to choose the best time to "give birth" (whether to a baby, business or marriage), buy or sell a home or car, etc. Marion D. March's expertise is amply demonstrated with many charts from her clients files, along with her reasoning behind choosing each of them, and the results. The stories behind these charts and case studies are fun to read, and very instructive on the techniques of interpretation!

Here is a deft and enlightening perspective on weight control with an astrological perspective that synthesizes body, mind and soul. You'll enjoy the little vignettes of the princess burdened by excess weight who had tried it all, until she met a wise little elf who gave her the answers she searched for, in return for her promise to pass along the knowledge. From there, author Beverly Flynn teaches her Three Basic Astrological Rules of Weight Control, followed by a 7-step program for how you can "put it all together" to achieve your desired goal. Subtitled "The Jupiter/Pluto Connection," the book focuses on how these two planets and the Ascendant of your natal chart can become the basis for three basic rules of weight control. Flynn conveys her practical astrological wisdom as she takes you on a journey of self-discovery that offers hope and encouragement. Beginners in astrology will find Flynn's approach both interesting and accessible, and experienced astrologers will appreciate the clarity of her approach.