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Astrology
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Astrology is a science linking terrestrial life to extraterrestrial
settings. Astrology relies on astronomical observation and the law of
correspondences as described by Emanuel Swedenborg. It is related to
the hermetic belief seeing the individual as a microcosm of the
universe (macrocosm). The essence of astrology can be expressed by the
principle: "As above, so below."

The great cosmic or celestial events happening around and beyond the
Earth are not causing events to occur on Earth, but are instead great
signatures of events also happening here on Earth. Both planetary and
earthly events happen simultaneously and are mutually reflective.
Neither is the cause of the other; both are the product of the moment,
one acted out in the heavens above, the other here on the Earth below.

An astrological birth chart describes a starting point for the current
incarnation. It does not provide a destiny but describes an initial
state and, if you like, a life plan. You can use your birth chart to
learn about yourself and the whole at the same time.

Accepting responsibility for your own life is astrology's most
important lesson. Through astrology you are provided the wisdom and
all the tools needed for you to change what needs changing and express
what deserves expressing. Let the study of your life begin.


The Four Elements
-----------------

Modern astrology uses the four elements earth, water, air and fire to
classify four core properties, manifestations and functions:

 o Earth = Instinct - Body (material) - Sensing
 o Water = Intuition (female) - Emotions - Feeling
 o Air = Intellect - Mind - Thinking
 o Fire = Intelligence (male) - Spirit - Loving

The Earth element knows only about the material and will not see or
understand anything else. Earth dominated people are logical with
strong and sound, but naturally limited, instincts. They have a hard
time coping with other peoples' emotions, minds and spirits. Denial of
everything immaterial is common and fear in one form or another is
bound to follow. Death is viewed as a termination of life, which is
entirely devoted to physical sense gratification, duty or ambition.

The Water element knows not only about the material, but also about
the emotional. If you are looking for real actors you will find them
here. Water dominated people easily relive emotions as well as
situations they encounter. The dark sides of people never chock them
and being thorougly intuitive they never fail to draw strikingly
correct conclusions. They feel what is right and wrong. Although
being basically subjective due to a lack of intellectual and spiritual
awareness, they frequently make up for this by tapping into eternal
wells of profound insight.

The Air element knows about the material and the emotional, but do
not care much for it. Air dominated people are brilliant thinkers
marked by wonderful objectivity. Always well-informed and never closed
to the opinions of others. More often than not they try to suppress
their already weak feelings leading to psychological difficulties
later on. The speed and versatility of their intellectual development
is only matched by the immaturity of their emotions. On the plus side
you will never find air dominated people holding grudges and even when
angry they will use reason.

The Fire element knows about the whole. Fire dominated people are
warm and capable of seeing the larger picture. For them the material
body is a cell and the material world a prison. Unfortunately this
innate detachment from physical reality often attracts them to more
practical people. Having infinitely trusting natures they are
bound for many disappointments. Fire dominated people have something
that could be referred to as male intuition. It reveals itself in
perfect timing of stock transactions, product launches, etc. While
being thorougly impractical has its downsides it also comes with
love and understanding.


The Three Modes
---------------

Each element can be operating in three different ways. These are
represented by the so called fix, mutable and cardinal modes:

 o Fix = Stubborn / Stable  (Organizing/Controlling)
 o Mutable = Adaptive / Volatile  (Communicating/Connecting)
 o Cardinal = First / Pushy  (Leading/Deciding)

The Fix mode is continuing what the Mutable has developed and the
Cardinal initiated.


The Two Sexes
-------------

Since the sexes go hand in hand with the elements, that is if you
know the element you also know the sex, they are rarely considered
on their own. Basically the sexes point out similarities between
elements of the same sex.

The female sex is represented by the Water and Earth elements. This
sex is introvert, meaning it looks more to itself than to others.
Other people carries little weight to people dominated by this sex.
The female sex is enhanced by the fix mode and is occasionally
overridden by the cardinal mode.

The male sex is represented by the Fire and Air elements. This sex is
extrovert, meaning it looks more to others than to itself. The own
self carries little weight to people dominated by this sex. The male
sex is enhanced by the cardinal mode and is occasionally overridden by
the fix mode.

It is very important to see that the sexes complement each other. The
male sex would be meaningless without its female counterpart.


The Twelve Combinations
-----------------------

When combining each element with each mode you get twelve different
combinations. Each combination has a name lended to it from one of
the stellar constellations providing the backdrop for the ecliptic.

 o Fire + Cardinal = Aries  (Head)
 o Earth + Fix = Taurus  (Throat and neck)
 o Air + Mutable = Gemini  (Lungs, shoulders, arms and hands)
 o Water + Cardinal = Cancer  (Chest, breasts and alimentary canal)
 o Fire + Fix = Leo  (Heart, spine and back)
 o Earth + Mutable = Virgo  (Stomach and intestines)
 o Air + Cardinal = Libra  (Kidneys)
 o Water + Fix = Scorpio  (Sexual organs)
 o Fire + Mutable = Sagittarius  (Hips, thighs and liver)
 o Earth + Cardinal = Capricorn  (Knees, skin, bones and teeth)
 o Air + Fix = Aquarius  (Ankles and circulation)
 o Water + Mutable = Pisces  (Feet)

The above list of combinations is often referred to as the zodiac. The
body parts associated with each combination tells something about the
place each and everyone has in the whole.


The Twelve Archetypes
---------------------

When it comes to listing keywords for each combination or archetype in
the zodiac it is in some cases possible to confuse archetypes and their
so called rulers (ruling planets).

Before Pluto was discovered Mars was the ruler of both Aries and
Scorpio. They are both emotionally intense, but Aries is direct and
outspoken while Scorpio is indirect and quiet.

Venus is currently the ruler of both Taurus and Libra. They both prefer
peace and quiet over excitement, but Taurus is calm and steady while
Libra is responsive and labile.

A slightly smaller distinction has to be made between Gemini and Virgo,
both ruled by Mercury. Gemini and Virgo share the mutable mode, but
Gemini is open and witty while Virgo is shy and analytical.

The following keywords are listed in order from better to worse. The
last entry for each archetype only becomes a problem if the first is
not allowed to manifest itself.

 o Taurus = Patient, Reliable, Methodical, Practical, Affectionate,
   Sensual, "Calm", Stubborn, Greedy, Possessive, Domineering, Smug,
   Stolid, Timid, Envious, Cold, Bestial
 o Virgo = Conscientious, Attentive, Accurate, Analytical, Logical,
   Dutiful, Modest, Discriminating, Sceptical, Shy, Anxious, Critical,
   Sarcastic, Cynical, Dull, Harsh, Petty
 o Capricorn = Responsible, Disciplined, Judicious, Gentle, Careful,
   Scientific, Focused, Quiet, Ambitious, Rigid, Suspicious,
   Pessimistic, Grudging, Aloof, Melancholic, Selfish
 o Scorpio = Exciting, Powerful, Profound, Persistent, Penetrating,
   Scrutinizing, Magnetic, Passionate, Secretive, Proud, Conceited,
   Controlling, Obsessive, Jealous, Cruel, Bitter
 o Pisces = Compassionate, Tender, Unassuming, Discerning, Perceptive,
   Poetic, Dreaming, Adaptive, Vague, Evasive, Dishonest, Fatalistic,
   Deceitful, Treacherous
 o Cancer = Caring, Deep, Intuitive, Imaginative, Sensitive,
   Protective, Sympathetic, Cautious, Shrewd, Sparing, Moody, Clinging,
   Touchy, Self-centered
 o Aquarius = Eccentric, Ingenious, Original, Friendly, Humanitarian,
   Inventive, Unpredictable, Erratic, Rebellious, Detached, Cool, Rude,
   Obstinate, Disingenuous, Perverse
 o Gemini = Versatile, Quick-witted, Eloquent, Verbal, Open-minded,
   Tolerant, Youthful, Cunning, Inquisitive, Nervous, Tense,
   Inconsistent, Unreliable, Superficial
 o Libra = Considerate, Diplomatic, Objective, Idealistic, Urbane,
   Fair, Easygoing, Charming, Romantic, "Gullible", Gregarious,
   Provocative, Flirtatious, Self-indulgent
 o Leo = Creative, Generous, Magnanimous, Organizing, Artistic,
   Impressive, Faithful, Vain, Pompous, Edgy, Boastful, Interfering,
   Patronizing, Dogmatic, Intolerant
 o Sagittarius = Wise, Philosophical, Humorous, Broad-minded, Jovial,
   Optimistic, Just, Honest, Prophetic, Straightforward, Tactless,
   Restless, Careless
 o Aries = Inspiring, Warm, Intelligent, Humble, Courageous,
   Adventurous, Enthusiastic, Pioneering, Innovative, Forceful,
   Impulsive, Aggressive, Self-assertive, Impatient

Many keywords belong to more than one archetype, but are only listed
where they are most typical. The order above indicates similarities as
detailed in the following paragraphs.

Virgo and Capricorn are almost as practical as Taurus, who is almost
as persistent as Scorpio, who is almost as petty as Virgo, who is
almost as vague as Pisces.

Scorpio and Pisces are almost as intuitive as Cancer, who is almost
as suspicious as Capricorn, who is almost as discerning as Pisces, who
is almost as modest as Virgo.

Libra and Aquarius are almost as verbal as Gemini, who is almost as
optimistic as Sagittarius, who is almost as easygoing as Libra, who is
almost as courageous as Aries.

Sagittarius and Aries are almost as generous as Leo, who is almost as
jovial as Sagittarius, who is almost as inspiring as Aries, who
is almost as idealistic as Libra.

                               * * *

The keywords do not always tell the whole story, so to clarify the
picture the following list represents what the twelve archetypes
loves and hates the most in life as well as their most ideal
occupations.

 o Taurus = Security / Change - Musician
 o Virgo = Work / Disorder - Aid
 o Capricorn = Heights / Negligence - Boss
 o Scorpio = Power / Publicity - Mystic
 o Pisces = Solitude / Worldliness - Loner
 o Cancer = Home / Hunger - Queen
 o Aquarius = Humanity / Prejudice - Genius
 o Gemini = Wit / Monotony - Communicator
 o Libra = Balance / Injustice - Peacemaker
 o Leo = Honesty / Intrigues - King
 o Sagittarius = Freedom / Ignorance - Priest
 o Aries = Love / Wait - Leader

Mystic is someone with power surrounded by a smoke screen: Healer,
detective, secretary... Loner is every lonesome occupation with
introspective qualities: Poet, actor... Genius is unexpected and
immediate perfection. A peacemaker diffuses peace of mind.

                               * * *

Astrology can be especially useful when estimating compatibility
between individuals. There are many different kinds of relationships.
The list below starts out with sexual relationships and gradually
moves towards friendships. These unions are not only gratifying in
themselves, but also for society as a whole. The list can be used
to match a whole birth chart.

 o Taurus = Libra (Leo, Gemini, Scorpio, Capricorn, Virgo)
 o Virgo = Gemini (Sagittarius, Libra, Pisces, Virgo)
 o Capricorn = Aquarius (Aries, Gemini, Cancer, Taurus, Virgo)
 o Scorpio = Aries (Aquarius, Sagittarius, Taurus, Cancer, Pisces)
 o Pisces = Sagittarius (Gemini, Aries, Virgo, Pisces)
 o Cancer = Leo (Libra, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Scorpio, Pisces)
 o Aquarius = Capricorn (Scorpio, Virgo, Leo, Libra, Gemini)
 o Gemini = Virgo (Pisces, Capricorn, Sagittarius, Gemini)
 o Libra = Taurus (Cancer, Virgo, Aries, Aquarius, Gemini)
 o Leo = Cancer (Taurus, Pisces, Aquarius, Aries, Sagittarius)
 o Sagittarius = Pisces (Virgo, Cancer, Gemini, Sagittarius)
 o Aries = Scorpio (Capricorn, Pisces, Libra, Leo, Sagittarius)

In parentheses you find less and less ideal marriage partners, and
more and more ideal friends. Sexual relationships between the direct
opposites may work fine, but they are even more likely to be
counterproductive and disintegrate. A relationship should not be
judged on matching signs alone. There is a special astrological
discipline called synastry for this important sphere of life.


The Typical Personality
-----------------------

Your typical personality is the one you will resemble the most when
your whole life, with all its aspects, is taken into account.

You arrive at your typical personality by combining the highest
counting element in your birth chart with the highest counting mode.
For example, if the highest counting element is Water and the highest
counting mode is Cardinal your typical personality is Cancer.

How you will express this personality is up to you. When in a good
mood you will likely express the first keyword for this personality.
When in a bad mood the last keyword will be evident. It cannot be
stressed enough that it is always you who have the last say.

Do not take the typical personality too seriously since it is only an
average. It can, however, be helpful when estimating compatibility.


The Planets
-----------

The word planet means wanderer and while the zodiac remains fixed, the
planets are moving. The planets and their positions in the zodiac
serves as the foundation for all astrological interpretation.

 o The Sun = Self and vitality
 o The Moon = Emotional needs and immediate reactions
 o Mercury = Communication and routine thinking
 o Venus = Affection and sensuality
 o Mars = Energy and intelligence
 o Jupiter = Expansion and integration
 o Saturn = Restraint and discipline
 o Uranus = Originality and disruptive ideas
 o Neptune = Elusiveness and unity
 o Pluto = Power and obsession

Planet positions are normalized with the Sun in zero degrees Aries at
vernal equinox. Some astrologers flip signs for births in the southern
hemisphere, so that Aries becomes Libra and so forth.

                               * * *

The rulerships listed below are those broadly accepted in modern
astrology. Some astrologers use different rulerships. Corulers fill in
the gaps (missing planets) and/or provide sexual balance.

 o The Sun = Rules Leo, corules Cancer
 o The Moon = Rules Cancer, corules Leo
 o Mercury = Rules Gemini, corules Virgo
 o Venus = Rules Taurus, corules Libra
 o Mars = Rules Aries, corules Scorpio
 o Jupiter = Rules Sagittarius, corules Pisces
 o Saturn = Rules Capricorn, corules Aquarius
 o Uranus = Rules Aquarius, corules Capricorn
 o Neptune = Rules Pisces, corules Sagittarius
 o Pluto = Rules Scorpio, corules Aries

A planet is said to be exalted when it works well and therefore gives
additional weight to any sign it is in. The characteristics of the
planet and those of the sign tend to balance each other.

 o The Sun exalts in Taurus  (creativity manifested in matter)
 o The Moon exalts in Libra  (sympathy and understanding)
 o Mercury exalts in Pisces  (compassionate reasoning)
 o Venus exalts in Leo  (magnanimous control over desire)
 o Mars exalts in Capricorn  (focused energy)
 o Jupiter exalts in Virgo  (careful expansion)
 o Saturn exalts in Aries  (a very special case)
 o Uranus exalts in Scorpio  (powerful ingenuity)
 o Neptune exalts in Gemini  (above my head)
 o Pluto exalts in Aquarius  (transcendence)

Also note that exaltation exaggerates the mode shared between planet
and sign, enhancing the potential for organization, stubborness,
versatility, selfishness or leadership.

                               * * *

The major planets, sometimes called personal, are listed below
together with their associated weekdays (based on own experience).

 o Sun = Sunday
 o Moon = Monday
 o Mercury = Tuesday
 o Venus = Wednesday
 o Mars = Thursday  (Tuesday according to some sources)
 o Jupiter = Friday
 o Saturn = Saturday

The outer planets are sometimes called transpersonal because they
indicate the collective subconscious for entire generations.


The Aspects
-----------

Although the positions of the planets in relation to Earth say a great
deal about your character, they do not provide much detail. For more
personal guidance you need to look at the aspects between the planets.
The more important aspects are represented by the following angles:

 o Opposition = 180 degrees  (perspective, objectivity)
 o Quincunx = 150 degrees  (expansion, adventure)
 o Trine = 120 degrees  (passivity, stability, worldly popularity)
 o Square = 90 degrees  (activity, innovation, spiritual humility)
 o Sextile = 60 degrees  (energized harmony, humble popularity)
 o Semi-sextile = 30 degrees  (drive, ambition, cooperation)
 o Conjunction = 0 degrees  (power, subjectivity)

For simplicity it is common to group aspects into dynamic/tense and
harmonic/stable. The most harmonic aspect being the Trine, followed by
the Sextile. The dynamic aspects are the Square, the Quincunx and
the Semi-sextile. Both the Opposition and the Conjunction are in their
own categories, giving a grand total of four different aspect types.

In order to judge an aspect as being benevolent or malevolent you need
to look at the sexes associated with the planets involved. If the
planets are of the same sex they are in more or less perfect harmony
with each other. Planets of opposite sex are in more or less perfect
dynamic with each other.

Following the definition of harmonic and dynamic above it is easy to
tell benevolent aspects from malevolent ones. Harmonic aspects between
harmonic planets as well as dynamic aspects between dynamic planets
are benevolent. All other aspects are more or less malevolent.

Harmonic aspects can be very constructive and healthy or just slow
things down. Plenty of luck and contentment accompanies a benevolent
Trine, while a benevolent Sextile gives more energy. A malevolent
harmonic aspect can slow progress or in extreme cases indicate
relaxation, materialism and coldness. A harmonic aspect between Venus
and Mars indicates sex appeal and a sensual sexuality favoring
physical sense gratification over spiritual love and bliss.

Dynamic aspects can be full of energy, drive and talent or indicate
challenges to be overcome. Generally good and speedy progress
accompanies a benevolent Square, while a Semi-sextile or Quincunx of
the same nature may be less obvious at first. A malevolent dynamic
aspect can impair judgement, produce restlessness or in extreme cases
indicate destructive temper or tendencies for depression. A dynamic
aspect between the Moon and Venus indicates an inferiority complex
about popularity and foolishness with money. A dynamic aspect between
the Sun and Saturn indicates both ambition and a well-formed purpose.

The Opposition is the only perfectly balanced (objective) aspect. It
can be extremely benevolent between harmonic planets and at worst
mildly malevolent otherwise. An Opposition between the Sun and the
Moon makes for some psychological quirks as well as for success
through ability to objectify and depersonalize life. An Opposition
between the Moon and Saturn indicates well-directed emotional energy
and excellent ability to learn from experience.

A Conjunction is always malevolent (subjective) to some extent, but
it can at times bring more good than evil (depending on what planets
are involved). A Conjunction between Venus and Mars indicates wide-
spread popularity and sexual magnetism, but also hardness and hunger
for power. Sun and Jupiter in Conjunction indicates wisdom and humor.
A Conjunction between Mercury and Uranus makes for a sharp and
inventive mind.

                               * * *

Following is a list of ideal aspects. Other aspects of the same type
are also benevolent. Remaining aspects leave room for improvement.

 o Moon and Sun in Semi-sextile = Perception
 o Moon and Mercury in Semi-Sextile = Cleverness
 o Moon and Venus in Sextile = Graciousness
 o Moon and Mars in Square = Intelligence
 o Moon and Jupiter in Quincunx = Wisdom
 o Moon and Saturn in Opposition = Discipline
 o Moon and Uranus in Quincunx = Brilliance
 o Moon and Neptune in Trine = Sensitivity
 o Moon and Pluto in Trine = Devotion

 o Sun and Venus in Semi-sextile = Generous affection
 o Sun and Mars in Trine = Abundant vitality
 o Sun and Jupiter in Trine = Optimism and tolerance
 o Sun and Saturn in Quincunx = Inner drive
 o Sun and Uranus in Opposition = Heartfelt idealism
 o Sun and Neptune in Quincunx = Sense of unity
 o Sun and Pluto in Square = Inner strength

 o Mercury and Venus in Semi-sextile = Charming wit
 o Mercury and Mars in Sextile = Energized mentality
 o Mercury and Jupiter in Opposition = Fine education
 o Mercury and Saturn in Quincunx = Judicial mind
 o Mercury and Uranus in Trine = Original thinking
 o Mercury and Neptune in Square = Intuitive reasoning
 o Mercury and Pluto in Quincunx = Powers of persuasion

 o Venus and Mars in Semi-sextile = Ecstatic sexuality
 o Venus and Jupiter in Quincunx = Expansive generosity
 o Venus and Saturn in Trine = Controlled emotions
 o Venus and Uranus in Square = Abstract passion
 o Venus and Neptune in Sextile = Simplicity
 o Venus and Pluto in Opposition = Appreciation

 o Mars and Jupiter in Trine = Unlimited enterprise
 o Mars and Saturn in Square = Dynamic leadership
 o Mars and Uranus in Sextile = Engineering genius
 o Mars and Neptune in Semi-sextile = Spiritual insight
 o Mars and Pluto in Quincunx = Progressive power

 o Jupiter and Saturn in Semi-sextile = Humility
 o Jupiter and Uranus in Sextile = Broad social outlook
 o Jupiter and Neptune in Square = Religiosity
 o Jupiter and Pluto in Semi-sextile = Profound wisdom

 o Saturn and Uranus in Semi-sextile = Practical ingenuity
 o Saturn and Neptune in Sextile = Earth magic
 o Saturn and Pluto in Sextile = Strength and perseverance

 o Uranus and Neptune in Semi-sextile = Social compassion
 o Uranus and Pluto in Square = Exciting originality

 o Neptune and Pluto in Trine = Psychic connection

When Opposition is the ideal aspect above a Sextile will also be
benevolent. Use your imagination for the opposite situation.


The Twelve Houses
-----------------

Given an exact place and time on Earth you can not only tell Earths
overall state, but also detail the state of that specific location.
This is done by dividing the surrounding space into twelve different
sectors or houses. The exact location and size of each house depends on
what house system you are using. There are, however, two celestial
points related to houses that always stay the same.

The Ascendant represents the point of the zodiac rising over the
eastern horizon. It is most often used as the starting point for the
first house. The Ascendent modifies physical appearance and vitality as
indicated by the Sun, as well as the ability to communicate emotional
needs as described by the Moon. An extrovert ascending sign makes for
direct and easy communication of self and emotions. The Ascendent is
ruled by or ruler of Aries (the most direct sign).

Midheaven is the point at which the ecliptic meets the meridian. It is
often used as the starting point for the tenth house. Midheaven tells
about likes and dislikes. It indicates choices made with open eyes and
is strongly associated with career. Midheaven does not usually coincide
with the astrological zenith, which is used as the starting point of
the tenth house in the so called Equal House System. Midheaven is ruled
by or ruler of Capricorn (the most judicious sign).

Each house represents an area of human life. In ascending order the
houses tell about the following: Personality/Pioneering, Material
property/Acquisition, Early education/Communication, Home environment/
Supplementation, Pleasure/Creativity, Work/Industry, Marriage/
Partnership, Sex/Passion, Higher education/Study, Career/Idealization,
Social life/Sharing, Troubles/Compassion.


Conclusion
----------

This text has hopefully served as a decent introduction to astrology.
Since astrology is only limited by human existence its depth is for
all human intents and purposes infinite. To begin interpreting your
own birth chart you can turn to further reading.

   Heaven Knows What
   Grant Lewi (1902-1951)
   11th edition 1998, Llewellyn Publications.

This standard piece shines when it comes to planetary aspects. It also
gives 144 fairly short but useful Sun+Moon interpretations. Despite
having quite a few inconsistencies the interpretations are most often
striking and pleasantly free from vague speculation.

   Astrology for the Millions
   Grant Lewi (1902-1951)
   6th revised edition 1996, Llewellyn Publications.

This rather small book gives planet interpretations by sign. In
addition it explains the life plan presented by a birth chart. The
major player here is Saturn, also called the grand clock. This book
is also worth reading because of some very enlightening planetary
transit interpretations. The sign interpretations for the major
planets tend to be quite brief, for the Sun definitely too brief, and
sometimes not perfectly accurate either. Grant Lewi has an
interpretation of his own for Mercury, which doesn't enlighten me all
that much, but I'm no professional astrologer. The interpretation of
Saturn misses a lot (Parker's Astrology is a mandatory companion). All
books need a complement but especially this one. If you want a quick
but still meaningful interpretation of your birth chart his first
book, Heaven Knows What, is recommended instead.

   Sun Signs
   Linda Goodman (1925-1995)
   1968, Taplinger (reprinted in 1990).

The descriptions of the twelve astrological archetypes found in this
classic are hard to beat. This book is approaching German standards in
comprehensiveness and shows a lot more understanding, balance and humor
than any other book I have read. This book is a definite must for any
direct understanding of the twelve, so called, Sun signs.

   Parkers' Astrology
   Julia and Derek Parker
   1991, Dorling Kindersley (reprinted in 1997).

This book is much more general than those listed previously. It covers
almost all there is to know about astrology, including birth chart
progression and synastry. It is quite good at interpreting planets by
sign as well as house. Its interpretations of planetary aspects are
better left unread, but the synastry part of the book is for some
curious reason much better.

                               * * *

More reading tips are coming up shortly, meanwhile I would be very
grateful if you would send your own recommendations to the contact
address below. Unless you tell me not to I will include your
recommendation and brief review right here.


Closing
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