The Complete Guide to Astrology: Understanding Yourself, Your Signs, and Your Birth Chart by Louise Edington

The Complete Guide to Astrology: Understanding Yourself, Your Signs, and Your Birth Chart Reviews

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  Vicky

  They weren’t kidding when they said everything you always wanted to know about astrology. But I’m not sure it’s for absolute beginners. Some of the information seemed too…hard to get. Honestly, I ended up skimming a lot of it because I didn’t understand it. This might be one of those books you have to read several times in order to “get” it.
  
  What I liked: It is a very thorough book with lots of information. It does help you understand things, but you need to really pay attention to it.
  
  What I didn’t like: It is very textbook-like and, like a textbook, can be rather dry at times. To the point where I put it down quite often and went off to read other things. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a very thorough book, but be forewarned that it can be dry at times.
  
  Recommendation: If you’re interested in astrology, then definitely pick this up, but be prepared for a lot of details.
  
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  Mr Brightside

  They were not kidding when they said that this is the complete guide to astrology. I felt like this book was very in-depth and detailed. I feel like the material itself is not all that complex, it's just a lot to take in. I think you kind of have to approach it like a textbook because it's not something you can retain after reading once. It's one of those books where I feel like I'll have to reread part and it would definitely be good to highlight parts if you're really interested in learning.
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  Lina

  Audiobook Only: This nook is definitely meant to be one that you have in hand and can mark up, dog ear, highlight etc. I can’t remember most of what all of the different stuff means but as a person who has always been skeptical of astrology, it was a fascinating review of the subject. To hear the literal thousands of years of study that has gone into the subject was really cool. And the author’s more inclusive way of interpreting the cosmos was a refreshing way of viewing life even if I can’t remember all of those details. Looking forward to re reading some day as a physical book!
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  Anna (Bananas)

  The author goes through each sign, planet, aspect, modality, house, etc in detail. With birth chart in hand this is a very enlightening and helpful read. It can still be hard to wrap your mind around some of the concepts, especially because there are so many different parts to a chart. However, the author breaks everything down very well and gives examples to further illustrate points.
  
  That being said, this is clearly just a starting point if you want to fully understand the complexity of astrology. As a starting point I found it excellent. I recommend lots of underlining so you can flip back through and catch highlights for a refresher anytime. I wouldn’t recommend a digital copy of this book.
  
  My one complaint is that the section with example charts seems misplaced. It comes before a section where some of the terms used are defined, so reading it was a bit confusing. It would’ve been better place at the end of the book.
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  Cover Lover Book Review

  To be honest, some of the information went over my head. I may have skipped some of the info to get to the meatier, fun parts - such as the four elements, the sun signs, structuring a birth chart, and zodiacal callings and love. I've always been curious about the astrology in the Bible, and how the stars interact with our lives.
  
  
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  I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.
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  Larkin Norred

  Good guide but astrology is garbage
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  Briana

  Solid introduction to Astrology!
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  Brooke

  a lot of great information, but not sure if this is great to start out with!! I already knew a bit about astrology, but this felt very overwhelming.
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  Kris - My Novelesque Life

  DNF - I skimmed my horoscope and a few others.
  
  In this book I am a Libra instead of cusp of Virgo and Libra. I looked up a few different sites and it didn't support some of the information in this book. I decided to pass on it.
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  Johnna Whetstone

  Intriguing and interesting, also nice for educational purposes. Will definitely be using at different times. Loved learning about numerology. Something I was not at all familiar with prior to this book. Highly recommend to those interested in learning about numerology or those who even know a ton!
  Will make sure to buzz it up on all the different platforms.
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  miranda ✨

  very good guide and reference book
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  Kelly

  I received a complimentary print copy of this book from the publisher and author. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
  
  This book is structured in an organized fashion to make for easy reading and reference. It begins by explaining the building blocks of astrology including sun signs, planets and the houses. Once you have an understanding of the basics you can learn about birth charts and how to structure and interpret your birth chart.
  
  There is also a section which addresses your calling and love according to the zodiac. The author includes astrological appendices with astrological tables and recommendations for further reading. A useful book for those interested in understanding astrology and how it applies to your birth chart.
  
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  Sam Dye

  A great book for beginners!
  
  Very comprehensive and overall a great read! If you’re just getting into astrology and want a book that will help explain your birth chart, I highly recommend. This book gives you all the tools to help you start unpacking your chart.
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  Jacqueline Ratajczak

  3
  
  Lots of information you can get anywhere really. Not bad. Good for reference, but I'll use something else in the future.
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  Kimberly Cooper

  Enjoy the book
  
  I enjoyed the book. A lot of information and put together very well. Thank you for this book. It helps.
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  Curtis Nash

  A lot of explanations that I had always wondered, how the zodiac along the ecliptic is further narrowed or focused by the ruling planets, ascendant and descendent, other planets, houses, nodes. I also liked the discussion of the ancient origin of astrology, and the tenuous relationship to the legendary figures they are named for, noting that the heavenly bodies and the archetypal attributes they inspire predate their names or brands, which I found interesting and sensible. I did have a hard time with knowing what to do with this insight. I could see that the effect of the ascendant (Gemini rising) and descendent (Sagittarius) on my birth sign (Capricorn) nailed me to a T, but I know what I am already. I chalked it up to already being old and beyond the age to change a path if necessary, but I was pleased to discover that I had chosen the suitable career, interests, and wife --or did they choose me? Then again, I already knew that.
  Still, very in-depth and comprehensive yet easy to understand. But to get the most out of it, get your birth chart to have with you as you read, down to your time of birth. It is much easier to follow along that way.
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  Natalia

  me encantó aprender más de la astrología: desde su historia, cómo ha evolucionado desde el descubrimiento de nuevos planetas, cómo se debe cambiar el idioma de la astrología para que sea menos binario, y los elementos más importantes (planetas, aspectos y casas). creo que esperaba aprender un poco más a profundidad sobre los planetas, los signos y cómo todo se puede leer de forma más cohesiva. me hubieran encantado más ejemplos y análisis de birth charts. creo que los últimos capítulos fueron aburridos y una pérdida de tiempo (carreras y love para los sun signs). still a very good book porque definitivamente tengo una idea más clara de la astrología.
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  Roya

  Clear and easy to understand. The writing is really direct and there are no wasted words. I only had to google a definition one time while reading because I was still confused about what the author meant.
  
  An excellent overview/beginners book. Is it "complete", as in everything you'll ever want to know about astrology, definitely not (and didn't expect it to be), but enough to get started and know the basics, definitely yes.
  
  It has a lot of examples and charts for reference, as well as a glossary and index to quickly find specific information. Author did a really good job covering a wide range of information while still giving a lot of useful details.
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  Jenny Houle

  Written in universal, easy to follow language while introducing the different parts of astrology allows even beginners to follow along completely and grow in their understanding, while also being a solid reference book for the more practiced astrologist. Edington teaches us to see and use the astrological chart “as a blueprint of potential and possibility.” (Which, admittedly, reminds us that nothing is precise or exact about astrology. Much of it is open to interpretation.)
  
  The book does attempt to be as inclusive as possible.
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  Kell

  I read this in hopes of understanding astrology a little bit more. I think this book is great at informing and teaching, but even after reading it, I still feel a little lost. I'm not sure if this is a beginner book, but I thought it was. There are things I still don't understand, though the fault might be mine.
  I do really love the format of it, and the inclusion of charts. The way each sign is explained in its own little section is helpful, and I like how detailed it is.
  Overall, I would absolutely recommend this to anyone interested in astrology, for personal gain or just for knowledge.
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  Courtney Trethric

  I enjoyed this book a lot, though, when I first started reading it, I was a bit confused. I'm not sure I'd recommend it to a totally fresh beginner, but it's certainly helped me with my practice.
  
  I particularly like how Louise forewent the masculine and feminine descriptors. I found it really helpful when reading the book since it wasn't limited in gender but in terms of the sun & moon. A nice take!
  
  I'm planning on revisiting this book when I have the learning capacity to understand decans fully and have a bit more knowledge going into it as a whole!
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  Bill PhD

  Tremendously helpful book
  
  Astrology had always fascinated me, but it also seemed so complex that I’d resigned myself just to looking at weekly horoscopes. This book does a phenomenal job of walking through most major astrology concepts, especially as they connect to your birth chart, and does so in an easily understood way. Very helpful to anyone who wants to delve deeper into astrology.
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  Philip

  I read this for the same reason I read any religious text, to try and understand where other people are coming from. I had no previous interest in astrology, and this certainly hasn't changed my mind.
  
  Don't get me wrong, the book itself isn't hard to understand (as I was warned it might be), the belief in it, however, is.
  
  In fact, I just do not understand why anyone would believe in this. Ironically, I know plenty of people who do that and, at the same time, lambast climate change deniers, flat-earthers, conspiracy theorists, and creationists for being gullible and anti-science. The science behind astrology, of course, is about as solid as the science behind the flat earth idea. It goes to show that with a little bit of faith, anything is possible (to believe in).
  
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  Jessica

  The title mentions this being a “complete guide” but a lot went over my head and I didn’t find it to be beginner friendly. I figured it would be for beginners being a “complete guide” but it’s more for people that have already had an introduction into astronomy. The layout and look of the book was nice. I wish their were more in-depth descriptions about each of the signs. They were pretty superficial making it hard to really dive deep with the chart once you figure out how to read yours.
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  Kurt Rocourt

  I usually enjoy these kinds of books. This was fine but it's nothing more then fine. The last chapter was useless to me. The charts and learning how to apply that knowledge was good. It's more of a textbook then anything else. I could see this shown in a classroom setting on Astrology. That's the best I can say about this book.
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  Tiffany Rose

  I loved this book. It shows you how to read astrological charts and how planets interact with each other. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone interested in astrology. This book has it all.
  
  I would like to thank Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy free of charge. This is my honest and unbiased opinion of it.
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  Marjorie Silvestrini

  It’s a very easy language for people who never read this type of books before. I’m amazed with the quality of informational research fine by the author and truly appreciate it. Too much to grasp at once - I have to read, understand, go back then move forward. Still confuse at times cause this all is brand new to me. But I’m learning a lot!