About the Book: Astrology for Beginners by B.V. Raman is a foundational guide for anyone curious about astrology. In its 26th edition, the book provides a clear, step-by-step introduction, starting with the basic requirements of astrology and how to create a horoscope. It then delves into more specific topics, such as predicting personality traits, health, and life events like career, finances, and marriage. This comprehensive guide also covers advanced concepts like hourly predictions and planetary transits, with an appendix on key astrological calculations.