Ellen McCaffery

While being only tangentially interested in the subject of astrology, I read this book because I wanted to understand how an astrological chart was constructed and generally how interpretations are made. I don't have the patience or the deep-seated interest to follow through on the very detailed and somewhat complex process of actually doing astrology. This book, as its subtitle suggests, provides an excellent foundation course in creating and interpreting charts. Because of the complexity, much study and practice are required to assimilate the entirety of the subject. My initial curiosity has been more than satisfied. Would-be practitioners of the art will not be disappointed. For what it is, I give it a solid 4 stars. Aficionados will probably think it deserves a higher rating.… (mer)