How to Read and Interpret a Birth Chart

Guideposts for Understanding Natal Astrology

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How To Read and Interpret a Birth Chart is a game-changer in the world of astrology literature. This insightful book presents a comprehensive list of “guideposts” that will empower every astrologer to deliver confident and meaningful chart interpretations. It also demonstrates how these guideposts can serve as a springboard for asking insightful questions, leading to deeper insights for both the astrologer and the client. Whether you have a long-standing relationship with astrology or are just beginning your journey, this book is a valuable addition to your shelf. It caters to the needs of both beginners, providing a solid foundation, and seasoned professionals, offering new insights and perspectives. Laurie Farrington has delivered the book we’ve all needed (but maybe didn’t realize we did)…and have been waiting for.”
—Theresa Reed, author of Astrology for Real Life

“Laurie Farrington’s How to Read and Interpret a Birth Chart is a treasure chest of rich astrological information. She guides you through each chapter, step-by-step, and covers everything clearly with warmth and enthusiasm. Included are illustrations and graphs, as well as charts of famous people and their backgrounds, which are absolutely fascinating. Laurie’s knowledge of astrology is remarkable, which makes this book ideal for both the beginner and the professional.”
—Virginia Bell, astrologer, author of Midlife Is Not a Crisis
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Book Details

Pages

280 Pages

Size

6 x 9

Format

Trade Paperback

Pub. Date

01/08/2025

ISBN

978-1-57863-846-8

Publisher

Red Wheel Weiser

Authors

Laurie Farrington has been studying astrology since early childhood and began her professional practice more than thirty years ago. Laurie is a master astrologer, consultant, writer, teacher, and mentor. Born at the Disseminating Moon, with the Sun and Moon tenanting the 8th and 12th houses, Laurie lives on the beautiful wild coast of Maine. Follow her on Instagram @laurie.farrington.

“Whether you have a long-standing relationship with astrology or are just beginning your journey, this book is a valuable addition to your shelf. It provides a solid foundation for beginners and offers new insights and perspectives to seasoned professionals. Laurie Farrington has delivered the book we’ve all needed and been waiting for—even though we may not have realized it.”
—from the foreword by Theresa Reed, author of Astrology for Real Life

 
Each of us possesses an individual astrology chart, cast for the moment of our first breath. This natal chart is a complex document with a mind-boggling amount of information hidden within its patterns and symbols. Even for those with a firm knowledge of the language of astrology, the amount of information involved can be overwhelming.
 
Understanding the basics of signs, planets, houses, and aspects is the first step for anyone interested in this topic. It must then be determined what is most important and how to merge the many astrological patterns into a coherent whole. Master astrologer Laurie Farrington distills her decades of experience into a clear and concise system you can use to prepare and interpret natal charts, whether your own, those of friends and family, or for your clients as a professional astrologer.
 
How to Read and Interpret a Birth Chart provides sixteen guideposts to work systematically with each and every chart you encounter so that you will be able to understand any birth chart with confidence.
 
The topics covered include:

  • Day Charts/Night Charts
  • Hemisphere/Quadrant Balance
  • The Moon—Mother and Inner Security
  • Expression and Navigation of Personality
  • Balance of Life Development—Planetary Rulership
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How To Read and Interpret a Birth Chart is a game-changer in the world of astrology literature. This insightful book presents a comprehensive list of “guideposts” that will empower every astrologer to deliver confident and meaningful chart interpretations. It also demonstrates how these guideposts can serve as a springboard for asking insightful questions, leading to deeper insights for both the astrologer and the client. Whether you have a long-standing relationship with astrology or are just beginning your journey, this book is a valuable addition to your shelf. It caters to the needs of both beginners, providing a solid foundation, and seasoned professionals, offering new insights and perspectives. Laurie Farrington has delivered the book we’ve all needed (but maybe didn’t realize we did)…and have been waiting for.”
—Theresa Reed, author of Astrology for Real Life

“Laurie Farrington’s How to Read and Interpret a Birth Chart is a treasure chest of rich astrological information. She guides you through each chapter, step-by-step, and covers everything clearly with warmth and enthusiasm. Included are illustrations and graphs, as well as charts of famous people and their backgrounds, which are absolutely fascinating. Laurie’s knowledge of astrology is remarkable, which makes this book ideal for both the beginner and the professional.”
—Virginia Bell, astrologer, author of Midlife Is Not a Crisis