Elements of Vedic Astrology (2 vol.

set)
by Dr. KS Charak
The 'Elements of Vedic Astrology' is an excellent and most
comprehensive book on the Parashari system of Vedic
astrology written in English. It treats astrology in a most
organised and scientific manner. The book deals elaborately
with mathematical aspects of astrology. Two important
dasha systems, the Vimshottari and the Yogini have been
described. It enters into areas of research, like the vargas, the
sub-planets, and the planetary states or avasthas. Three
chapters are devoted to the all-important subject of the
yogas which form the basis of many an astrological
prediction. The Nabhasa yogas have been dealt with, and
classfied, in a most innovative manner. Results of planets in
various houses, signs, etc., have been described in great
details. Several other subjects like planetary strengths,
Balarishta, Arishta Bhanga, determination of longevity,
medical astrology, horary astrology, annual horoscopy, planetary transits, Ashtakavarga,
Muhurta and methods of matching charts for marriage purposes, etc., have all been dealt
with lucidly. The book is profusely illustrated by example horoscopes.
A must for all beginners of Vedic astrology.
Charak was once associated with K.N. Rao, these books were produced during their
association. The third edition adds a chapter on chart matching to an already excellent
work. Charak's two-volume set is not only a teaching manual, it is also useful as an ongoing reference. It is essentially the Parasara method boiled down into two books. Highly
recommended.
About the Author:
Dr. K S Charak, MS (Surgery), FRCS (UK) is Head of the Surgery Department at the
Indira Gandhi ESI Hospital, Jhilmil, Delhi, India. He is the Honorary Editor of the bimonthly Vedic Astrology. Author of several books on Vedic astrology, his extensive work
in the field of astrology has earned him international recognition.