--- product_id: 104973224 title: "Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Tech" price: "VT28043" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/104973224-ancient-astrology-in-theory-and-practice-a-manual-of-traditional store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Tech **Price:** VT28043 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Tech - **How much does it cost?** VT28043 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/104973224-ancient-astrology-in-theory-and-practice-a-manual-of-traditional) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description DEVELOPED UNDER THE SHADOWS of the Egyptian temples, Hellenistic astrology is an ancient form of divination inherited from Mesopotamian wisdom traditions. Distilled in Græco-Roman antiquity, and refined in the fires of philosophy and astronomy, it forms the bedrock of traditional western astrology (while also bearing profound similarities to Jyotish or Vedic astrology). Drawing on a body of Greek texts that have remained largely untranslated for almost two-thousand years, Demetra George brings the contemporary practice of astrology back to its ancient roots. Scholar, translator, and practitioner, her work reveals the potent cosmological veins that bear the lifeblood of traditional astrology. Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice is, in essence, a training manual for the study and practice of Hellenistic astrology. In two volumes, it provides the complete foundations and detailed dynamics of ancient chart-reading techniques. Each volume and each technique is richly illustrated with diagrams, example charts, and practical exercises. Volume 1: Assessing Planetary Condition In ancient cosmology, the planetary divinities symbolised the hierarchy of forces that shape our lives in the sublunary world. Not all planets are created equal in a given nativity, however, and so the first step of the practicing astrologer is to assess the condition of each planet in a chart in order to determine its effectiveness (or lack thereof) in the native’s life. To this end, this volume provides a series of rigorous methods for evaluating the condition of each planet in a birth chart through the lenses of classification (sect, gender, benefic/malefic), signs and rulerships (residences, reception, exaltation, trigons, bounds), the solar phase cycle (speed, direction, visibility, phase, phasis), lunar considerations (course, phases, bonding, nodes, bending, eclipses, prenatal lunation), and aspects (configurations, witnessing, testimony, bonification, maltreatment, adherence, overcoming, rays). Finally, it brings all of these factors together in a powerful synthesis that unlocks the layers of a chart with unrivaled precision. Review: Deep dive into hellenistic astology - Not just worth its money but worth it's weight in Gold. Demeta knows her stuff while also partaking in the arduous task of converting it into layman's terms. This book is brilliant for those who want to do a deep dive into traditional astology and all it's principles. So many interesting but unfamiliar concepts in hellenistic astology that I would never have know if it wasn't for this book. Under the beam...Sets....Ruler of the nativity are just a few of the concepts not used in modern astology. Hellenistic astology is much more about prediction than psychology. So if that is the direction you want your astology to go then this is worth the purchase. Review: Not as daunting as it looks! - I love anything that Demetra puts out; she explains the astrological concepts really well, and in ways that beginners can understand. When you first look at the size of the book you think that you're in for the long haul, however, the step-by-step process leads you through the book fairly quickly. I would also recommend taking a look at her 'Traditional Astrology 101' course at Astrology University, especially as a primer while you wait for your books to arrive. I've already ordered the second volume, highly recommend! ## Features - Pages Count - 622. Binding type - Perfect. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 53,475 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 47 in Astronomy & Cosmology References 69 in Astrology (Books) 273 in Popular Science Physics | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 368 Reviews | ## Images ![Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Tech - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+HLEKuUnL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Deep dive into hellenistic astology *by A***S on 16 April 2022* Not just worth its money but worth it's weight in Gold. Demeta knows her stuff while also partaking in the arduous task of converting it into layman's terms. This book is brilliant for those who want to do a deep dive into traditional astology and all it's principles. So many interesting but unfamiliar concepts in hellenistic astology that I would never have know if it wasn't for this book. Under the beam...Sets....Ruler of the nativity are just a few of the concepts not used in modern astology. Hellenistic astology is much more about prediction than psychology. So if that is the direction you want your astology to go then this is worth the purchase. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not as daunting as it looks! *by A***L on 22 February 2023* I love anything that Demetra puts out; she explains the astrological concepts really well, and in ways that beginners can understand. When you first look at the size of the book you think that you're in for the long haul, however, the step-by-step process leads you through the book fairly quickly. I would also recommend taking a look at her 'Traditional Astrology 101' course at Astrology University, especially as a primer while you wait for your books to arrive. I've already ordered the second volume, highly recommend! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent introductory textbook / workbook for traditional astrology *by C***Y on 28 October 2019* Demetra George is really one the best astrologers of our time. This book is a summation of her decades of teaching experience. This book is a very gradual no-nonsense introduction to and textbook of traditional astrology. It focuses primarily on the Hellenistic tradition. It is in rather a workbook format, which I find extremely helpful. Most books on traditional astrology are either a translation of works by original author, which is very hard reading for modern students. Or just expert books written for people already versed in modern astrology. This book presupposes no prior knowledge of astrology, modern or traditional. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Techniques, Volume I: Assessing Planetary Condition - Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Techniques, Volume II: Delineating Planetary Meaning - Hellenistic Astrology: The Study of Fate and Fortune --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/104973224-ancient-astrology-in-theory-and-practice-a-manual-of-traditional](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/104973224-ancient-astrology-in-theory-and-practice-a-manual-of-traditional) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*