The Practical Astrologer is the only beginners' astrology book which includes a guide to working with all aspects of western astrology. The guiding principle is that astrology comes in many different forms and is adapted to different technical systems and interpretative models. There is no one single system, only useful models. In addition to the calculation and interpretation of the birth chart, the book includes brief introductions to the use of astrology in making simple forecasts, understanding relationships, healing the body, business, history and politics, gardening, the answering of questions and selecting auspicious moments to begin new enterprises.