Book excerpt: The perennial fascination with astrology is as strong today as it has ever been. Nicholas Campion, probably most well-known for his astrological columns in national newspapers such as the Daily Mail, applies his wealth of experience and substantial expertise as a teacher taking the reader through the steps involved in the calculation and interpretation of birth charts. He then explains in straightforward language the basic predictive techniques and the methods used for comparing two charts. The Ultimate Astrologer is unique in that it also covers:--The answering of specific questions (horary astrology)--The selection of auspicious moments to begin new enterprises--Health, healing and relationships--Gardening and agriculture, business and finance--History and politics (including the Age of Aquarius)--Science and Chinese astrologyThe handy tables at the back of the book are specially commissioned for ease of use, enabling the reader to work out horoscopes for family members, friends and colleagues. Sales Points--'This beautiful book demonstrates that there's far more to astrology than reading people's charts. Its main strength is in showing the vastness of the terrain.' Rob Hand, author of Planets in Transit--'The author's style is exemplary. The sentences are simple, their mood light and clear. A good and much needed book, recommended, without reservation.' Astrology Quarterly--A new edition of Nicholas Campion's unparalleled text The Practical Astrologer which has sold over 100,000 copies, revised and updated for the twenty-first century