Astrology Books

Book SynopsisPhoebe Wyss, an experienced astrologer, here examines all aspects of astrology in the light of the emerging worldview known as archetypal cosmology.She sets out by exploring the classical roots of astrology in sources of wisdom found in the ancient Egyptian mysteries. She then follows the tradition to modern times through C.G. Jung's ideas on the nature of the psyche. She also discovers that the claims of astrology are entirely compatible with new cosmological thinking as envisioned by post-modern physics and chaos theory.In the second part of the book, she proposes that the mathematical basis of astrology and the components of astrological charts are both archetypal and cosmic in scope. She argues that the twelve astrological archetypes make up a single ‘cosmic mind’, whose patterns are imprinted on all our individual minds.Finally, she exemplifies this radical approach to astrology through an interpretation of the chart of William Blake.Trade Review'Building on the work of Richard Tarnas and Kieron Le Grice on archetypal astrology, this fascinating book reaffirms the centrality of the microcosm-macrocosm/individual-universal correspondences and weaves it in with the work of Jung, especially on synchronicity, to present a vision of oneness that can respond to the loss of meaning in modern times and the need to renew our culture. Phoebe also offers a detailed analysis of the life of William Blake in the light of his natal chart as well as explaining the history, background and significance of archetypal astrology.'-- David Lorimer, Scientific Medical Network Review'Scholarship in the field of archetypal cosmology situates astrology in a rich lineage of ancient myth and philosophical speculation, and demonstrates its congruence with certain new-paradigm perspectives in modern science. Here Phoebe Wyss skilfully explores some major elements of this emerging vision, leading the reader from first principles to the practical application of astrology to individual biography. In a style both engaging and accessible, Inside the Cosmic Mind is a valuable and much-needed guide to the theory and practice of an archetypal approach to astrology.'-- Keiron Le Grice'This ambitious and highly erudite book seeks to present us with a worldview which could lead towards a renewed spirituality in which astrology plays a central role. As with all astrological traditions it rests on the presumption that human life, and the living world as a whole, is closely associated with the timeless order of the cosmos. The author's attempt to bring astrology back into the mainstream of modern thought is an interesting and provocative one, drawing on a remarkably wide spectrum of traditions, and propelling the argument with eloquence.'-- J. J. Clarke, Professor Emeritus in the History of Ideas at Kingston University, London'An interesting and readable introduction.'-- Margaret Jonas, New View'A well-argued contribution towards a new understanding of astrology.'-- Scientific Medical and Network Review'Not everyone's cup of tea, but an earnest attempt at a comprehensive synthesis.'-- Fortean Times

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Book SynopsisEurythmy is an art form that makes sounds visible. By incorporating zodiac gestures into their art, as indicated by Rudolf Steiner, eurythmists can draw on a deep connection between the earth and the cosmos.The zodiac, as representative of the whole cosmos, is a vital part of human spirituality, acting as the backdrop to human life. But it can be hard to fathom the zodiac's secrets, even through meditation. Barfod draws a parallel between meditative exercises and eurythmy practice, and shows how zodiac gestures in eurythmy can reveal cosmic insights.This is a book for eurythmy teachers and practitioners who want to deepen their art and spiritual work.Trade Review'An absolute treasure-trove of information on the Zodiac... I would thoroughly recommend this book to anyone and consider it an absolute must-have for any eurythmist.'-- Saraphir Qaa-Rishi, EurythmistTable of ContentsForeword by Virginia Sease PrefaceOut of the Creative Chaos 1. The Zodiac in Eurythmy The cosmic human being in the zodiac The gestures of the day and night colours The origin of the archetypal colour gestures The artistic elements and the colour zodiac gestures Archetypal straight line and spiral tendencies in the zodiac Forming the zodiac gestures out of colour, the part of the body and the spiral or linear force The eurythmic characteristics of the zodiac 2. The Consonants in the Zodiac The consonants as an echo of the cosmic formative forces The six single and the six double sounds The essence of the sound as a complete entity Aries and the sound V Taurus and the sound R Gemini and the sound H Cancer and the sound F Leo and the sound T Virgo and sounds B and P Libra and the sounds C (Ts) and Ch Scorpio and the sound S Sagittarius and the sounds G and K Capricorn and the sound L Aquarius and the sound M Pisces and the sound N 3. The Composition of the Totality of the Zodiac The three crosses of the zodiac The six axes and their polarities The trines of the four elements in the zodiac The post-Atlantean sequence of cultural epochs The threefold human being within the zodiac 4. Forces of Order in the Sounds of the Zodiac The sequence of consonants The evolutionary sequence in the zodiac The eurythmy figures The spatial experience of form in the sounds of speech 5. Rudolf Steiner’s Twelve Moods The twelve zodiac verses The three verbal moods Special features of a eurythmy performance The sequence of planets within the zodiac verse 6. The Zodiac as the Source of All Created Things Insights into the zodiac given by Rudolf Steiner The effects of the zodiac on the forming of human beings The twelve senses in the zodiac 7. Work-Based Movement and Sound in the Zodiac Introduction to the next three chapters Traditional work-based movements and sounds Work and movement – music and speech The human being in movement and eurythmy Human work in relation to the course of the year 8. The Zodiac and Technology Twelve styles of technology The one-sidedness of the zodiac animals as formative forces 9. Conversational Gestures and the Zodiac The six speech gestures Conversational gestures as an imitation of the speech gestures The conversational gestures in the zodiac The speech gestures and the colours Dynamic variety in connection with the speech gestures Overview and concluding remarks 10. The Connection of Artistic Practice and Training Introduction Meditation exercises and the zodiac in eurythmy The path of knowledge and the zodiac in eurythmy The shaping of gestures and the path of practice 11. Artistic Elements in Eurythmy and Their Twelve Metamorphoses 12. The Task of the Earthly and the Cosmic Human Being Wonder, empathy and conscience and the meditations IAO and TAO Notes Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisA unique fusion of tarot and astrology dedicated to lightworkers and individuals working in service and conscious activism, including tools, contemplative questions, and rituals.Healing Burnout with Astrology & Tarot is a tarot-astrology devotional of sorts for the helpers and healers of this world—including lightworkers, starseeds, intuitives, creatives, teachers, and other changemakers—who seek to manage the realities of burnout while remaining engaged in creating a more just, peaceful, and equitable world.It does so by introducing the decan system within astrology—in which signs are split into three detailed sections, based on degrees—and explaining how to use them for self-care and personal growth. It also introduces the concept of tarot correspondences, which can be used alongside the decan system in a detailed yearlong journey of reflection that meets readers where they are—searching for answers—and guides them to a place of intuition, wisdom, and integration.Full of tools, contemplative questions, rituals, and tarot exercises—in addition to appendices providing at-a-glance information on the decan system in astrology, tarot meanings, signs, planets, and houses—Healing Burnout with Astrology & Tarot will heal, inspire, and sustain burnt-out lightworkers so that they can, once again, engage in joyful advocacy for justice, peace, and liberation.

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Book Synopsis‘Wow! I thought I knew a thing or two about astrology, but Rich has stirred the pot and brought new ways of working with the Universe into being.’David Wells, astrologer and the author of The Tree of Life OracleAccess the ancient wisdom of the runes to cast your birth chart and reveal your destiny with this essential guide to runic astrology. Richard Lister explores the powerful combination of the ancient Nordic symbols of the runes and the millennium-old tradition of astrology. Through a unique combination of mythos and practical advice you will discover:· the deep cosmic art of runic astrology· your Runic Star Path or birth chart· your connection to the energy of the cosmos through your Sunna (Sun), Manni (Moon) and Jord (Earth/rising) runes· the effect of the wandering gods – what it means when the gods ‘go retrograde’· how to uncover the hidden codes to access your cosmic luck and good fortuneWith this powerful knowledge, you can connect with the energy of the universe to navigate your way through life with passion, prosperity and purpose.

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Book SynopsisDynamic Interactive Astrology uses a comprehensive and sophisticated set of keywords, and subsequent key phrases created by the user, that provide immediate access to the meanings in one's birth chart of the Planets, Signs, Houses and Aspects - the stuff of astrology. Specific questions that are addressed to the key phrases that the reader/seeker has created initiate a process of dynamic interaction and are based on the idea that the reader/seeker already has the answers to these questions inside them. This idea is akin to the basic psychotherapeutic premise that the practitioner never tells their client what they are like or what to do, but asks questions that elicit the client's innate self-awareness. This is known as 'clean' psychology as it avoids the practitioner's own personal agenda getting in the way. Having utilised these two methods the user can then apply them, safely, to other individuals and their birth charts.

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Book SynopsisAn exploration of the unique, empowering concept of choice-based astrology: your destiny is not yet decided and, with a better understanding of your chart, you can make the best choices to live your highest life.Astrology does not define the future; rather, it describes a pattern. You, and only you, choose how to respond.Here, astrologer Heather Roan Robbins teaches us to use the spectrum of each astrological concept and symbolfrom its challenge through its practical application to its divine gift to give you choice. This same empowering approach can be applied to how you read your natal chart. It's tempting to read descriptions of your individual chart and look for problems and difficult transits, rather than seeing the opportunities for healing and growth.That's where Starcodes steps in: it's an astrological invitation to read your chart in a whole new way, explaining the signs as filters on the world's stage lighting. The personality o

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Book SynopsisWhat do the stars reveal about you, your personality, your gifts and challenges? Bestselling, highly regarded astrologers, Marion Williamson and Pam Carruthers, explain what your Sun and Moon signs say about you, as well as who you get along with in relationships and at work. In this guide you can find out which parts of the world resonate most with you for travel and what you should be doing to live at your highest potential. With insight into what your day of birth means for your personality as well as ideas to meditate on to bring further spiritual development, this is your one-stop guide to all things Aquarius.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Astrology Library brings together beautiful, silver embossed hardback editions which allows readers to deep dive into what their Sun sign and birthchart says about them. Including sections on personality insights, love compatibilities, best career and travel choices, moon signs, as well as analysis for exact dates of birth and the meanings of other planets in a birthchart, this is a far-ranging look at what the stars mean for us on Earth.

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Book SynopsisWhether we realise it or not, everyone and everything, from the rolling of the tides to the balance of emotions in our bodies, is influenced by the moon. Moon Yoga is your guide to harnessing the moon's energy to lift and balance your life through mindful movement.Yoga is both a physical practice and a spiritual one. Expert yoga instructor Lisa Hood provides insightful guidance on how to shape a spiritual practice that channels the moon's energy to stimulate vitality, creativity, productivity and relaxation. Whether you work through a whole flow, focus on one pose, or just work through a breathing exercise, aligning your body and your mind in a moment of spiritual connection with the moon can help you centre yourself, even if just for a few moments in the middle of a busy day. - Learn about how each phase of the moon brings a different energy into your life.- Move with the moon with yoga positions and flows that draw on the energy of each of the nine lunar phases.- Adjust your practice seasonally with practices for each of the full moons of the year, such as the Wolf Moon, Flower Moon and Corn Moon.- Find rituals to carry you through the cycles of the moon.With uplifting mantras and rituals to provide grounding, strengthened intuition and mindfulness beyond your physical practice, Moon Yoga gives you all the tools you need to move in sync with the moon.

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Book SynopsisPredict the future and take control of your destinyHow can astrology reveal so much about us? The natal – or birth – chart is at the core of individual astrology, and it’s from here that all forecasting begins. Britain’s leading astrologer Sue Merlyn Farebrother takes readers beyond the basics of planets, signs and horoscopes to help us understand our choices and ourselves. She explores the four main forecasting techniques: Transits, Progressions, Solar Arc Directions and the Solar Return Chart, guiding us on how to take charge of readings. With an in-depth approach on formulating whole chart interpretations and exercises to master the craft, Astrology Forecasting is the ultimate guide to interpreting the cosmos and looking into the future.Trade ReviewBy a first-class astrologer, this book will inspire both newcomers and seasoned astrologers * Carole Taylor, President, Faculty of Astrological Studies *Sue Merlyn Farebrother conveys this fascinating subject with the kind of clarity few can * Christina Harrington, Founder, Treadwell's Books of London *

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Book SynopsisWith her expertise and experience of both traditional horary rules and contemporary medical and psychological counseling, Sellar shows how to blend together the best of ancient and modern astrology to create a system that really works.

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Book SynopsisAstrology and Meditation explores the idea that the most powerful astrological technique is a quiet, meditative mind. The book presents astrology as a form of active meditation where we contemplate whatever is arising with expectancy, receptivity, and conscious use of will to shape what unfolds. The author presents meditations on the spiritual lessons of the planets and zodiacal signs, and, with the plentiful use of case histories, describes the technique of symbol amplification, which enables us to unfold the deepest meanings of chart symbols. The book ends with a discussion of astrology as a spiritual practice, a training for perfection that can instill qualities such as discernment, humor, steadiness in times of suffering, and an expanded capacity to love.Trade ReviewIn his new book Greg Bogart invites us to join him in a reverential and deeply felt contemplation of astrology. As the author puts it, 'If your life doesn't change, why study astrology?' It is not an exaggeration to say that this inspiring book from one of today's most respected astrology practitioners really can change your life. -Paul Newman, review in the Astrological Journal (UK).

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Book SynopsisAstrology has been open to criticism through a large part of its long history. In this groundbreaking book Bernadette Brady gives new insights in the intensity of these criticisms by placing astrology into its initial setting, its original world of ancient creation myths linked to the great creative void. Modern chaos theory has now rediscovered this void and Brady maps astrology to chaos theory to produce "chaotic astrology". The result is an insight into fate, freewill and the nature of astrology itself implying that it is neither a science nor a religion, and suggests instead that astrology is an instrument of chaos, a fertile and pragmatic tool for understanding the patterns of life. Original and insightful as ever, Brady navigates the reader through a breath-taking journey which can change forever the way one views the world.

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Book SynopsisAstrological Roots: The Hellenistic Legacy is the first systematic presentation of Hellenistic astrology to the modern astrological world, and as such it uncovers rigorous techniques that have been lost to us for centuries. How exactly did ancient astrologers assess a chart for fame, career, and parents, love, and happiness? This book surveys ancient depictions of planets, affiliations between the planets and the zodiac, lots, houses or places, aspects, orientality, and fixed stars. Students and professional astrologers will find this book a treasure of astrological insight, technique, and new interpretative possibilities. Not only will you gain knowledge of how ancient astrologers practised their trade, but you will also have new tools that apply to modern life.

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Book SynopsisIn our twenty-first century renaissance, renewed interest in the goddess has brought many faces of the divine feminine into modern awareness. Lilith is one of the most alluring - and ancient. After five thousand years of smoky rumours, this female of ambiguous reputation remains a mystery. As seductive femme fatale, crib death hag or cosmic goddess, vampire or beacon of female integrity, she has continued to excite our cultural imagination. If we follow her trail back in time to seek the source of the fear and negativity she typically evokes, we often discover, not only a major shift in the collective human image of the feminine, but also something essential that needs to be redeemed in our personal lives. Living Lilith traces this powerful archetype through mythology, the arts, astrology, on the world stage and in real life. Of increasing interest to astrologers, Lilith is the name given to four astronomical points - an asteroid, a star, a dark "ghost" moon, and the better-known Black Moon. All four Liliths are discussed and differentiated with the aid of numerous case histories and fascinating insights into the lives of public figures. A section of suggested interpretations of Lilith's influence through the signs is included. This book is suitable for all levels of astrology, and anyone interested in the presence of Lilith in our lives today. Not everyone is ready to explore such profoundly unknown dimensions of self and experience. Is she calling to you?

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Book SynopsisHorary Astrology Re-examined is a detailed and highly informative book, demonstrating clearly and unambiguously that traditional methods are applicable to all astrology. There is no division between different 'branches'. Barbara Dunn examines the methods by which astrologers of the past evaluated planetary strengths in order to make a judgement on a Question, Nativity, Election or any other type of chart. These evaluations provide a platform for judgement today, in just the same way as they did over a thousand years ago. For all charts, the process of evaluation is broadly the same, what Coley calls the "short comprehensive and approved rules of Art". The focus of this work is Questions and the aim practical rather than philosophical. Horary Astrology Re-examined is a comprehensive reference work, as well as a casebook, giving judgement on over fifty Questions. Ptolemy, Al Biruni, Masha'allah, Abu Ma'shar, Abu 'Ali Al Khayyat, Bonatti, Dariot and William Lilly are just some of the authors referred to. Where there are doubts arising through a poor translation, an unsympathetic translator or other factors, Ms Dunn provides clarification.Instead of seeking to change or modify the tools and techniques handed down by our ancestors, or denying that astrology is about prediction, Horary Astrology Re-examined offers confirmation that astrologers need to "come to grips with their history, complex as it is. like an isolated ethnic group, they need the courage of their identity in a hostile world."[Kitson]

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Book SynopsisThis book is a translation of the original, in Dutch, brought about by the overwhelming demand of his English speaking students. Books have been written about herbs with a little astrology added, about outer planets with a little naturopathy added, and about the astrological symbolism of body parts and functions. But none of these books is really about classical medical astrology: practical diagnosis and treatment on the basis of charts. Medical astrology has always been an integral unity of astrological diagnosis and treatment based on the planetary positions. This integral and seamless unity is the central theme in this book, which picks up the thread of the great tradition which ended temporarily in seventeenth century England. It is now undergoing a revivial as modern astrologers rediscover the authenticity and value of the classical techniques.Trade ReviewClearly written, the book shows methods for diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. It is a simple book to follow and it allows virtually any astrologer who can read a chart to bring healing to themselves and others. It's a lovely practical book, but one that also gives insights into traditional techniques and philosophies. It gives greater depth than may be thought at first glance...if you are interested in classical medical astrology and wish to learn how you can apply it in a practical way to everyday life, then this is the book for you. John Green, The Astrological Journal, May/June 2010.

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Book SynopsisBack due to popular demand! For centuries, philosophers, alchemists and psychologists have been intrigued and fascinated by the intricacies of the labyrinth as a metaphor for human experience. Richard Idemon sees the birth chart, a symbol of inherent universal order, as a labyrinth - a logical but complicated and elusive structure. The interwoven symbols in the horoscope are made up of a single thread that, when unravelled - like the magic thread of Ariadne - lead us through the maze to the heart of the chart and our own nature. This book is transcribed from a six-day lecture given in 1986.

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Book SynopsisWhen Jeffrey Wolf Green retired and went into seclusion he left his daughter Deva with everything that he had ever written which included drafts of various manuscripts which he had intended to publish at various points. This also included every audio tape, video, dvd, and transcript of his lectures delivered over a lengthy career. He also gave Deva his business and asked her to carry on with it. This book reflects her desire to continue to disseminate his work as widely as possible. In Essays on Evolutionary Astrology: The Evolutionary Journey of The Soul there is a combination of transcribed lectures with parts of various manuscripts, most of which has never been in print before.

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Book SynopsisIn Tapestry of Planetary Phases Christina Rose expands the phases introduced in Dane Rudhyar's Lunation cycle into interpretations for each pair of planets in their individual phases. A fascinating and in-depth work that will transform your chart interpretation, and a very worthy addition to any bookshelf.

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Book SynopsisA decumbiture chart, taken from the time a patient 'takes to their bed' (Latin decumbere, to lie down), is a traditional technique used in medical astrology to help discover the causes of an illness and to ascertain if the treatment is working and whether recovery is likely. Very few of us have the luxury of taking to our beds these days but the time for a doctor's appointment or the onset of a fever for example are equally valid and the resulting chart can be very informative. Wanda Sellar teaches the techniques in a clear and easily understandable format then demonstrates their use in a wide variety of case histories

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Book SynopsisThis is the new and expanded version of Day-Signs, originally published in 1991. In this edition there are some content and organizational changes in the introductory chapters, the listings of people born under each of the day-signs has been expanded, and the day-sign look-up tables now go to 2029. The original delineations of the 20 day-signs remain at the heart of the book, and these have been updated to include the author's latest insights. They are the first ever to be described in psychological terms, and the only ones produced by the analysis of over 400 examples. For those interested in astrology, it may come as a surprise to learn that the Maya and Aztecs of ancient Mexico and Central America had developed a comprehensive system of signs and cycles, very little of which has survived in the indigenous population to the present day. Tantalizing pieces of this astrological system do exist but there are many parts missing. One thing is known, however, and that is the central role of the 20 named days called day-signs. It is the reconstruction and reinterpretation of these symbolic images that is the subject of this book. The 20 day-signs are like a zodiac - a cycle of development that moves through various stages from origin to completion. Each of the day-signs has distinct qualities and as the 20 signs cycle through the calendar dates, they move with a secondary cycle of 13 numbers that deepen meanings. Finally, after 13 cycles of the 20 day-signs and 20 cycles of the 13 numbers, the larger cycle, called the Tzolkin by the Maya and Tonalpouhalli by the Aztecs, begins again. This 260-day cycle is at the core of the ancient astrology of the Americas and an understanding of it is a prerequisite to comprehending the other components of the system. Here, in this book, is a modern interpretation of each of the signs, translated from an ancient mindset into the shared reality of the present. Even though the rediscovery of ancient native American astrology is far from complete, readers will be fascinated that significant variations in personality, discovered in a strange culture a long time ago, are just as relevant today.Trade ReviewEvery so often a book of originality and penetrating intelligence appears on the astrological scene and marks the beginning of a fresh area of inquiry. Bruce Scofield's Day-Signs is such a book. The author has reconstructed the astrology of Aztec and Maya civilizations and, for the first time, made it pertinent to the modern world. Here you will find a -new- typology of personality based on the twenty Mesoamerican day-signs which capture the range and complexity of human emotion and behavior. Scofield's delineations of the day-signs are like x-rays that cut to the basic issues confronting the human personality. Once you test these Native American techniques in your chart interpretations, you will find yourself returning to this book again and again. Anyone who counsels clients or seeks self-understanding will find much of value here. Review by Anthony Louis

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Book Synopsis'Pandora's Box: The Mysterious 8th House' is a 360 Degrees analysis of the 8th house, the place in the chart which includes sensible issues like death, debts, possessiveness, entanglements, sexuality or boundary crossings. It links the somewhat fatalistic Hellenistic view of 'descent into the underworld' with more modern psychological interpretations of shadow work, transformation and resilience. The deeper one digs, the more complex this house becomes, and ancient and modern approaches complement each other rather than contradict themselves. With biographical examples of fascinating personalities like Jane Goodall, Kaiser Wilhelm II, Truman Capote, John Dee, Elisabeth Kubler-Ross and Adolf Eichmann, the book is complemented by a detailed chapter of planets in the 8th house, 8th house rulership factors in the chart, and transits to the 8th house. Martin Sebastian Moritz' book is both entertaining and insightful, a good read that will challenge any level of astrologer - particularly those in the thrall of the 8th house.

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Book SynopsisIf you're looking for a no frills introduction to astrology, you've come to the right place. But this book isn't just the theory; Bruce Scofield brings a wide-angle-lens approach to this rich and diverse subject, so that by the end of the book you will have a good grounding in a variety of astrological techniques and be able to interpret your own chart to a reasonable level; you will also have benefited from a mountain-top view, overlooking astrology's fascinating and complicated past, and gain insight into how the different branches of the art developed and the battles with religion that ensued as they did so. For those who want to push further into the number-crunching a detailed Appendix teaches chart calculation from the ground up.Trade ReviewA frequent social media question thrown at me is, 'Can you recommend a book that introduces astrology? - something I can understand!'. There are in fact quite a few useful titles out there. But Bruce Scofield's book is in a class of its own and should be recommended to any friend or loved one suddenly interested in studying horoscope; His Foreword starts on a bleak note. Astrology we are told is not fashionable. Religions forbid it (my local vicar takes a more moderate view...) and scientists have no place for a reality that cannot be weighed and measured by lab geeks. This is all true. But never say never. The lucrative success of astrology apps, for instance, is one example of just how popular astrology is - at Sun sign level, at least.;Scofield proceeds to give an excellent tour d'horizon of astrology, addressing such themes as its place in relation to science and religion, and the different traditions and techniques. A succinct history is followed by exposition of the horoscope, its symbolic furniture (e.g., planets and points) and all the rest including chart sectors and forecasting by transits.;Most welcome is the chapter 'Astrology Software'. Even now many astro-writers eschew computers in their ruminations when it would be hard to make a living from hand-drawing charts through manual calculations.;Scofield is plainly a natural-born teacher, and his no-fills approach is both refreshing and informative.;Victor Olliver The Astrological Journal April/May 2022

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Book Synopsis'Astrological Chart Calculations' preserves and teaches the methods of the most basic astrological chart calculations and tells the story of its history. It addresses the disconnection between the actual process of mapping the sky and the arithmetic that is required to calculate a horoscope, a process required by some astrological certification exams. It presents the key concepts behind the celestial sphere, the keeping of time, the development of trigonometry and the nature of house systems. It is a general reference useful to any student of astrology, and anyone who has a reasonable grasp of algebra and geometry should be able to follow the explanations and worked calculations. It is hoped that a deeper knowledge of this traditional art of astrology, that is the challenge of mapping the sky and the mathematics of preparing a chart, will allow students to glean not only deeper insights into the subject, but also a unique contact with astrology's long history.Table of ContentsChapter I: Coordinate Systems: Astronomical and Temporal Frames of Reference....9 Chapter 2: Space and Time Measurement....27 Chapter 3: Using Triangles to Measure the Sky: A Short History of Trigonometry....39 Chapter 4: Systems of House Division....75 Chapter 5: Calculating the Astrological Chart....93 Chapter 6: Chart Calculations using Interpolation Tables....113 Chapter 7: Chart Calculations using Algebraic equations (Proportions)....129 Chapter 8: Chart Calculations using Logarithms....142 Chapter 9: Chart Calculations using a calculator with trigonometric functions....152 Chapter 10: Other Astrological Chart Calculations....162

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Book SynopsisDraconic astrology is an ancient technique which seems to have got lost in the mists of time somewhere between ancient Babylon and about 1950, when it suddenly resurfaced. It's a powerful tool that uncovers a person's actual life (or soul) purpose by shifting the Moon's natal North Node to 0 Degrees Aries, thus creating a Moon-based specialist destiny chart. But there's more to it than that....;Soul lies at the heart of draconic astrology, yet there is no agreement on what the soul is. It is a timeless and universal preoccupation of philosophers, mystics, authors - and just about everybody - as becomes evident in the wide variety of case studies used in this book to demonstrate the technique. The desire to find one's life purpose shows itself in those who apparently have everything - and those who have far less - and the motivation is the same no matter a person's race, gender, status, wealth, fame and occupation. Join Victor Olliver as he digs deeper into the charts of Britney Spears, Karl Marx, Greta Thunberg, Nelson Mandela and many more to discover just what is revealed in their draconic charts.Trade Review"It has been a pleasure to work with Victor for over a decade both at the Mayo School and the Astrological Association. His wealth of skills, vast encyclopaedic knowledge and considerate approach all contribute to making him both an outstanding astrologer and a central member of the astrological community. A gifted speaker and writer, his work on draconic astrology is rich and insightful and he revives a technique of great significance." Wendy Stacey, Chairperson of the Astrological Association, Principal of the Mayo School of Astrology, Board Director of the International Association of Ethics in Astrology, Tutor of the London School of Astrology. "Victor Olliver is the perfect person to write this book. He's a leading professional UK astrologer with a large client base, and is also a brilliant and entertaining writer, journalist, and broadcaster, and that enables him to walk the walk and talk the talk - a rare combination. Victor is a great proponent of using draconic astrology, and his talks on the topic explain it clearly and with great humour, so I'm delighted that he's now written the book on it - it fills a much-needed gap.";- Chris Mitchell PhD, board trustee of the Astrological Association. "Draconic astrology was something I had investigated many years ago, but it never really garnered my interest, that is, until I heard Victor Olliver give a short talk on the subject. He immediately made the technique and application visually appealing and understandable. Following his demonstration, I started to use draconic with a few clients and was delighted with the information it gave, as were the clients. Victor has the gift of writing clearly, succinctly and most importantly with humour. I feel this book, written by a brilliant astrologer, will be a boon, not only for those who practise astrology, but also for those with an interest in understanding their charts and themselves. I can't recommend this work highly enough." Sharon Knight MA. QHP. Chair of the Association of Professional Astrologers International and board trustee of the Astrological Association. "One of the most challenging tasks of the modern astrologer is developing the ability to explain complex techniques so they are not only easy to understand but so they can become a delightfully useful utensil for the astrologer's toolkit. No one has done this better for draconics than Victor Olliver." Alex Trenoweth MA (CAA), author of 'Mirror Mirror: The Astrology of Famous People and the Actors who Portrayed Them.' Principal, Rohini Academy of Astrology. CAPISAR President and Ambassador for India. "I was so pleased to hear this week that The Wessex Astrologer is commissioning my colleague Victor Olliver to write a book on the topic of draconic astrology. I have worked closely now with Victor for more than five years in his capacity as editor of the UK's respected Astrological Journal and of my bi-monthly column there 'Not the Astrology Column'. He has also done a brilliant job of editing my newly published essay collection 'Postcards to the Future'.;Victor's background in the legal profession and in journalism has brought a welcome clarity, incisiveness and high ethical standard to his involvement in astrology. He brings those qualities to a recent addition to his astrological services, that of Life Purpose reports using an ancient Babylonian system called draconic astrology, based on the Moon's North Node position in the natal birth chart. I obtained one of those reports at the end of 2020 and was impressed with its accuracy. Here are brief extracts from feedback I sent Victor which give a flavour of that accuracy: Victor's report: "Indeed, struggle has the perverse effect of rejuvenating the character..." My response: "Never was a truer word said about a person..." My response to the most striking observation for me from Victor's report: "The exact conjunction you pointed out between the natal 12th-house Part of Fortune and the draco Chiron in Virgo, was the most striking item. I can see so clearly from this peaceful place in my later life how a profound, deliberately made choice early in my twenties to commit to the struggle to derive insight and clarity from deep pain provided by family Fate and its inevitable out-workings in my younger years, has fed all along into the work I have done in various vocational contexts over several decades.;The Wounded Healer archetype really has been a dominant force throughout. So, it was actually very moving to see that affirmed so strongly in my draco horoscope.;Thank you, Victor, for your clarity and insight." Anne Whitaker, author of 'Postcards to the Future: Mercurial Musings 1995-2021'. Columnist on 'The Astrological Journal', and 'Dell Horoscope', essayist for 'The Mountain Astrologer' and other publications.Table of ContentsIntroduction vii Chapter One: Draconic astrology: what is it in outline? 1 The South and North Nodes, and a very brief history of draconic astrology 1 Chapter Two: Soul, the draconic meaning of a life and...how a royal's angst is universal 13 Synastry of self: Charles as our example 17 The timeless quest for life meaning 19 The question of soul 26 Chapter Three: Draconic astrology: the basic technique 33 Draconic transits 35 Draconic interpretation: the spiritual route map 36 Matters to be considered in draconic interpretation 38 Tropical and draconic orbs 43 Aspects 44 The Moon's nodal axis 44 The tropical nodal axis by sign and house: suggested capsule distillations 46 The draconic signs and planets: higher meanings and purposes 49 Chapter Four: The three-step approach to draconic analysis: case studies of notable people and celebrities 59 Queen Victoria: the challenge of independence 60 Karl Marx: the purpose of creating heaven on Earth 67 Hedy Lamarr: a genius talent fr om nowhere 73 Greta Thunberg: precocious climate activist and her inner struggles 79 Oprah Winfrey: Mega-rich, mega-influential - a spiritual figure? 87 Nelson Mandela: overthrowing the status quo 95 Britney Spears: the fight against patriarchy and limitation 101 Chapter Five: Draconic forecasting: transits and solar returns 111 The Covid-19 pandemic 113 Britney Spears again: a liberation forecast 116 Donald Trump: Who wins the US presidential election 2020? Forecasting by draconic solar return 121 Pope Francis I 2020 controversy: sensitivity between tropical transits and draconic natal positions 125 Victor Olliver: a life purpose and the forecast of a life death (or transmutation) 129 GlaxoSmithKline. Do corporate personalities have souls? A multi-billion-dollar healthcare fraud settlement 134 Chapter Six: Draconic synastry 143 Harry and Meghan: each other's awakener through Uranus 144 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh: an abundance of conjunctions 148 Chapter Seven: Six draconic case studies from my files 155 Anne Whitaker 156 Margaret Cahill 164 Marie Davis 171 Stephen Gawtry 182 Sue Brayne 188 Alex Trenoweth 196 Epilogue 205 About the author 210

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Book SynopsisEvolutionary astrology is a specific methodology which sees the evolution of the soul as a process of growth that occurs as we progress from one lifetime to another. While it is a complex subject to consider, we can engage with this process by understanding the role of the Moon and its nodes, which have specific meaning in connection with the journey. They can help us to find a sense of security and a means of emotionally supporting ourselves through the natural tension that results as we make the transition from the past to future. In The Moon and its Nodes in Evolutionary Astrology, author Deva Green uses a client case study and the charts of Amelia Earhart, Martin Luther King and Jane Goodall to guide us on our way.Table of ContentsForeword vii Introduction xi Chapter 1 The Natal Moon 1 Chapter 2 The Lunar Nodes by Sign and House 71 Chapter 3 Putting it All Together – A Client Case Study 171 Chapter 4 Case Studies of Public Figures 193

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Book SynopsisTaken together, the luminaries and five planets express a totality of our human nature and life concerns: our failings and deceptions, the changing conditions of our lives, and our possibilities for living abundantly. They account for both personal uniqueness and our lives as connected to the larger world. How have the original significance of these planets been reduced in modern astrology and at what cost? By reclaiming and redeveloping the significance of these seven planetary bodies, astrology can become more relevant to the real issues that people have. This book gives fascinating background on the development of these planets in the pre-modern world, as well as exploring new ways their traditions can be looked at today. Joseph Crane's scholarship and profound reverence for the importance of virtue and character in our troubled world is evident in his exploration of solar and lunar heroism, wisdom, friendship, and love, and his discussion of how to find these qualities in the natal chart. Wisdom seekers and astrologers of all kinds, looking to deepen their understanding and practice, will find this book a worthy guide.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements viii Introduction: Origins and Purposes ix Our Connected and Singular Lives xii Some Conventions and What Is Ahead xiii Chapter One: Astrology's Many Voices 1 Natal Astrology, Newer and Older 1 We All Want to Be Happy - But What is That? 3 Astrology's Polyphony 10 Astrological Applications 15 Part One: Living The Luminaries 25 Chapter Two: Soul and Will, After-Life and In-Life 27 Lunar and Solar Souls 27 The "I Will", "I Won't", and "I Can't" 31 Survival and Possibility: Two Examples 38 Calling and Being Called 43 Addiction: Paths of Misery and Redemption 46 Changes of Life: Spiritual Tranformations 49 Chapter Three: The Moon's Many Appearances 53 Astrology's Traditional Moon 53 The Body Moon 55 What Is Happening Right Now 61 The Rhythm (and Adaptation) Section 67 Moon and Saturn - Other Possibilities 69 Envy, Resentment, and the Lunar Side of Bigotry 70 Lunar Values and Heroics 72 Chapter Four: Astrology's Sun, Its Shadows, and the Stories We Tell 77 The Traditional Sun 77 How to Recognize a Solar Person 82 The Solar Luminary Develops Within Us 88 Pride Before, During, After the Fall 89 Identity and the Stories We Tell 92 The Imprint of History, Personal and Cultural 95 Chapter Five: Twelve Ways to Be Heroic 101 Solar and Lunar Heroes 100 Heracles as Solar-Hero and Everybody 102 Zodiacal Identity and Solar Heroism 105 Part Two: Planetary Excellence and Not So Much 115 Chapter Six: Planetary Character 117 Planets Dignified and Disposing 118 Who is in Charge Around Here? 126 Chapter Seven: The Wit and Wisdom of Mercury 131 Mercury's Households and a Tall Tale 132 Mercury and Realpolitik 134 The Excellences and Corruptions of Mercury 138 Great Things Come from Debilitated Planets 143 Mercury in Decline, Saturn as Remedy 148 Chapter Eight: Venus, For a Good Time 155 A Glittering Example 155 "The Fair Planet that Inclines Us to Love" 158 Venus in Contrast 159 The Sensory and the Sublime 161 Music and Love 163 Transcendent and Practical: Music and Marriage 166 Power and Sociability 170 Sex and Being Funny 173 The Life of The Rose 175 Venus and "Obscenity" 178 Chapter Nine: Mars: Good-Doer and No-Good Doer 183 Medieval Literary Elemental Mars 183 Quality, Sect and Dignity 184 Mars as People 186 My Favorite "Martian" 187 Mars with Other Purposes 189 Adversarial Mars 195

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Book SynopsisThe Little Book of Astrology is an accessible introduction to everything you need to enhance your life using astrology. On Twitter and Instagram you will have no doubt seen memes poking fun at everyone's signs – but do you know what they really mean? The Little Book of Astrology breaks down each of the 12 sun signs, covering their traits, good and bad points, and attitudes to love, life and work. Each sign is explored in a clear and simple way – and perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the symbols, elements, qualities, birthstones and more about each sign. Table of ContentsAries • Taurus • Gemini • Cancer • Leo • Virgo • Libra • Scorpio • Sagittarius • Capricorn • Aquarius • Pisces.

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Book SynopsisAleister Crowley, Frieda, Lady Harris and Betty May were no strangers to bohemian life; they embraced escapism, freedom and remained true to their indomitable spirits rebelling against the backdrop into which they were born. Through the art of natal astrology, we can see what their motivations were including their potential strengths and challenges. New research; some rarely seen photographs and some new biographical information, coupled with an astrological narrative lay at the heart of this book. Artists and astrologers; bohemians, ceremonial magicians and Thelemites, occultists, philosophers, Tarot historians and writers... welcome to Crowley, Harris and May.

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Book SynopsisThe two seminars in this volume present the complex astrology of family dynamics in a clear, insightful and sympathetic way.

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Book SynopsisDRUIDIC SOUL STAR ASTROLOGY is a new and exciting way to discover your past lives without the need for regression. Some people find the idea of past-life regression too intrusive and shy away from it. Although past-life regression can offer direct understanding of past lives, it is not for everyone - and this book is. It is easy to grasp because it uses an intuitive approach based on ancient Celtic wisdom, so you don''t need to be an astrologer.You will learn how to convert the traditional circular birth chart into a six-pointed sacred star that becomes a karmic map. Certain planets are placed within the star map that describe past lives, traits, experiences and influences. The result reveals positive and challenging karmic traits that enable people to grow spiritually and face their future with certainty.

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Book SynopsisA guide for learning to read your horoscope• Explains key astrological terms and concepts in an uncomplicated and easy-to-understand way, from the 4 Elements to the 12 Zodiac Signs to the Houses• Shows how to read a birth chart step-by-step with the methods of psychological astrology, allowing you to quickly identify personality traits• Includes sample charts and interpretations to help you get startedLearning to read a birth chart—to understand the patterns and interactions of the planets at the moment we were born—can be daunting, especially when studying astrology through traditional systems.Presenting a simple way to learn astrology, professional astrologer and astropsychologist Alison Chester-Lambert breaks down the complexities of a birth chart into easy-to-understand pieces, revealing how to quickly decode a person’s strengths, weaknesses, challenges, and opportunities with psychological astrology. S

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Book SynopsisPut the craft in witchcraft and infuse some magic into your stitching with this beautiful book of original cross-stitch patterns featuring crystals, tarot, astrology, and more.The world of magic offers us a way to find patterns and meaning in the mysteries of the everyday, whether that means mapping the movement of the stars and planets onto our lives through astrology or focusing our thoughts and intentions with the symbolism of crystals and candles. And cross-stitch is an embroidery art that''s accessible, orderly, and easy to learn: With a little practice, anyone can bring the patterns to life.In this all-new collection of 34 patterns by Grace Isobel, the creator of Innocent Bones Cross-Stitch, you''ll find playful, mysterious, and bewitching imagery rendered in Grace''s signature lush color palettes. The book also contains step-by-step cross-stitch instructions and plenty of tips and tricks to empower you with everything you need to get started, whether yo

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Book SynopsisDo you have certain days when you feel like the universe is against you? Do some days just flow more easily than others? Are you seeking a way to live in tune with nature?You probably know all about your Sun Sign, which describes your personality, but have you heard of your Moon Sign? Your Lunar zodiac sign governs your emotional life, your inner mood, and your day-to-day energy. Moon Astrology will teach you all about your moon sign so that you can harness the moon's cosmic power, knowing when and how to use that power is key.Understanding when the moon passes through its phases, letting the ebb and flow of its energy wash through you like the coming and going of the tides, will help you to improve and empower every aspect of your life. When you tap into the moon's tempo and plan the events of your life in tune with its rhythm, you will feel more centred and balanced.Moon Astrology will help you to:· Recognize why some days are easy and some are difficult· Plan your life to take advantage of cosmic influences to power important decisions and actions· Track the moon's phases with easy-to-use Lunar phase tables for 2022-2030 and look up your moon sign with birth charts from 1924 to 2025 plus an easy guide for calculating any date past or future· Learn about how each phase of the moon brings different energies for reflection, rest, growth, and inspiration· Find easy spiritual exercises for channelling the power of each phase· Discover how to take advantage of each phase to supercharge your Health and Beauty, Love and Relationships, Career and Finances and your Home and GardenDiscover sections on interpreting your moon sign, understanding the different phases of the moon, and mastering "moon-phase life planning", Moon Astrology is the indispensable guide to discovering how the moon can impact your instincts and intuitions, and have subtle effects on the rhythms of everyday life.

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Book SynopsisYour birth chart is a snapshot of the positions of the planets at the moment you were born. It reveals your unique self: your gifts, your challenges, and your opportunities. GUIDED ASTROLOGY WORKBOOK explains the essential facets of astrology and includes interactive exercises to help you break down the detailed information in your birth chart. Best-selling author Stefanie Caponi guides you step-by-step as you learn to interpret seemingly complex astrological information with ease. With the language of astrology and your birth chart as your roadmap, you''ll understand the role of the stars in your personality, life, and relationships,so that you can live with greater insight and intuition-and achieve your highest potential.Step-by-step guidance to help you expand your understanding of astrology as you learn to read and interpret birth charts.Plot and read your birth chart as you work through each chapter, adding your sun signs, rising signs, moon signs, and more, to help you understand

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Book SynopsisShoot for the stars and get creative with this Paint by Stickers activity book perfect for any astrology lover.Paint by Sticker: Zodiac contains everything you need to create 12 totally unique polygon paintings of the astrological signs—simply find a sticker (for example, A1), place the sticker in the spot labeled A1 on the corresponding sticker map, and watch your art come to life, sticker by colorful sticker. There are Libra's golden scales; Leo the fearless lion; Sagittarius the bold archer; and more. Plus the card-stock pages are perforated, so every finished piece can be easily removed for gifting or display.

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Book SynopsisThis book is for all of us: whether you're in a relationship, situationship, perpetually single or newly single - your relationship status doesn't matter. For anyone wanting to better understand how to approach relationships and confidently step forward as your full, authentic self in your love life, you have come to the right place. In Trust Your Timing, Vogue astrologer Alice Bell shows us how understanding our own astrology can transform our relationships. By guiding us through the basics of reading our birth charts (the map of stars and planets at the exact moment we are born) and then moving on to more advanced areas of astrology, she shows us how learning to trust our timing empowers us to live our lives more freely.Whether you're new to astrology or have been practicing for years, this book is a must-have companion for answering the questions you've always had about your love life and help you build stronger relationships.Trade ReviewA brilliantly useful and reassuring guide for navigating relationships ups and downs -- Fearne CottonPart-guide, part-friend, it takes you on a journey that will leave you understanding the importance of astrology as a tool in improving your relationships ... We're certain you'll feel both educated and empowered once you've finished reading it - and that you'll come back to it again and again. -- GLAMOUR UKAlice's book is an extremely important piece of literature for anyone - from the novice to advanced astrologer - to read. She teaches you the most fundamental aspects of astrology in relatable terms and examples. Your whole life will make more sense once you finish reading her amazing book. -- Lisa Stardust, Refinery29 and Teen Vogue astrologerI've been waiting for Alice to write a book! And she's certainly delivered! Trust Your Timing is an inspiring, hopeful and beautifully written guide to cosmic compatibility - you'll find all the astro insight you need to navigate the ups and downs of modern love within these pages. A future classic I'll be gifting to all my friends!" -- Emma Howarth, author of A Year of Mystical Thinking and Glamour UK astrologer

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Book SynopsisHow many days are there between full moons - think you know? Is there an ancient key to the calendar hidden in stone circles? What is the magical secret of the Sun-Moon-Earth system? If you have ever wondered about eclipses, tides or the seasons, this amazing little book by acknowledged time-lord Robin Heath will quickly introduce you to the astonishing beauty of the primary cycles around this planet. Advanced wizarding at its best! “Timeless” RESURGENCE. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about self-care—especially for Capricorn! Take Time for You, Capricorn! It’s me time—powered by the zodiac! Welcome star-powered strength and cosmic relief into your life with The Little Book of Self-Care for Capricorn. While Capricorn is often serious and driven, this book truly puts you first. Let the stars be your guide as you learn just how important astrology is to your self-care routine. Discover more about your sign and your ruling element, earth, and then find the perfect set of self-care ideas and activities for you. From climbing a mountain to hosting a family dinner, you will find more than one hundred ways to heal your mind, body, and active spirit. It’s stellar self-care especially for you, Capricorn!

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