Astrology Books 101: What are the top 10 beginner astrology books?

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Rather than leave the interpretation of your astrology chart in the hands of someone else (professional or amateur), wouldn't it be better if you could understand and interpret your own cosmic design?

Though reading computerized reports and astrology cookbooks are helpful, they are only one person's personal interpretation of the cosmic energies. Getting some basic knowledge of the planets, houses and aspects for yourself will not only help you understand the cookbooks and reports, but will also equip you with a basic ability to discern if your Astrologer's interpretations are on target or not.

Just like a little knowledge of classical music, jazz or wine can help you weed out the good from the bad. A little knowledge about astrology will make you a connoisseur of planetary info in no time.

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Astrology Books 101: What are the top 10 beginner astrology books?

Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Book illustration in the book Basilius Valentinus, Azoth, Paris 1659.

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