Why am I passionate about this?

I am a full-time practicing astrologer who’s been in practice for over 35 years. There’s a lot of misconceptions about this noblest and holy science and I’ve written extensively over the years to explain things to the best of my ability. I am the author of Sun Sign Success, Pendulum Power, Your Personal Horoscope (a series that is going on for 29 years now), The Magic Stone, A Spiritual View Of The 12 Signs, The Moving Universe, and numerous articles in the astrological press. I live in Florida and I deal with an international clientele.


I wrote

A Spiritual Look at the 12 Signs: An Introduction to Spiritual Astrology

By Joseph Polansky,

Book cover of A Spiritual Look at the 12 Signs: An Introduction to Spiritual Astrology

What is my book about?

This is not your typical sun sign book, though I deal with the 12 signs. It is an explanation of…

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Book cover of The Modern Text-Book of Astrology

Joseph Polansky Why did I love this book?

This is a classic way for a beginner to learn the basics of Astrology. It is written clearly and by an expert. The author has been a professional for many years. I’m not sure if she is still alive. But no matter. This is a must-read.

By Margaret Hone,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Modern Text-Book of Astrology as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

It was a long time ago and few alive now remember what life was like in England in the years after World War II. Yes, the Luftwaffe and Vengeance weapons had made a fine mess in the south of the country, but during the war years the Yanks were there, millions of them, seducing the womenfolk, brawling in pubs, and, most importantly, spending their pay with local shopkeepers. May, 1945, the war ended and all the Americans left. Most went home, but a sizeable contingent set up shop in Germany, where, to the best of their ability given the local…


Book cover of The Only Way to Learn Astrology

Joseph Polansky Why did I love this book?

While nothing replaces going to school or studying under a real teacher, this series comes close. It assumes the reader knows nothing and starts you off from the fundamental basics (the basic vocabulary) and takes you step-by-step into the more advanced topics. This is not something you just read - like a novel - it is something you study and work with.

I recommend all 3 volumes of this series. 

By Marion D. March, Joan McEvers,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Only Way to Learn Astrology as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

This new publication of a highly popular classic lives up to its title in presenting very clear instructions for how to learn astrology. As the first volume of a six volume series, this book teaches "Basic Principles" in a proven critically acclaimed method. Part 1 explains the symbolism of signs, planets, houses and aspects. Part 2 provides detailed delineation of each of the planets by sign, house placement and aspect, with thorough examples and then quizzes that allow the reader to self-test. Throughout, March and McEvers encourage their readers to "think like an astrologer."


Book cover of Heaven Knows What

Joseph Polansky Why did I love this book?

Grant Lewi was a legendary astrologer. He was the editor of Dell’s Horoscope magazine in the 1930s and '40s. He died in 1951 and this book is most likely out of print, but you can still get it on the Internet. He was such a master that he simplified the casting and interpretation of Horoscopes to a level that beginners could understand. A great entry point into astrology. The legend is that he knew the date of his death from his horoscope and bought a large life insurance policy shortly before that! His heirs did well and he paid next to nothing.

By Grant Lewi,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Heaven Knows What as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Book by Lewi, Grant


Book cover of Teach Yourself Astrology

Joseph Polansky Why did I love this book?

A short simple book that deals only with essence. He gets right to the heart of the matter. Excellent for the novice to dip his or her toes into the subject. The book is clearly written and the author is an expert.

By Jeff Mayo,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Teach Yourself Astrology as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.


Book cover of Astrology: A Cosmic Science: The Classic Work on Spiritual Astrology

Joseph Polansky Why did I love this book?

Isabelle Hickey is no longer alive, but she managed to combine astrology, metaphysics, and her psychic gifts into a beautiful whole. This book deals more with the philosophy of astrology rather than the nuts and bolts. A beginner won’t learn how to cast a Horoscope from this book, but will understand more of the cosmic and philosophical infrastructure.

By Isabel M. Hickey,

Why should I read it?

2 authors picked Astrology as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

This is a new approach to astrology that has for too long been neglected in astrological textbooks. This book combines the inner and outer aspects of astrology in a unique and inspirational manner. The blueprint we call the horoscope deals with the personality, showing the tendencies and the habit patterns brought into this lifetime from other lifetimes. Some are good, some destructive. There is nothing fatalistic about astrology. Behind the personality (the unlit self) lies the Power of the Real Self that can change the outer self completely. Character is destiny. Change your character and you change your destiny. The…


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A Spiritual Look at the 12 Signs: An Introduction to Spiritual Astrology

By Joseph Polansky,

Book cover of A Spiritual Look at the 12 Signs: An Introduction to Spiritual Astrology

What is my book about?

This is not your typical sun sign book, though I deal with the 12 signs. It is an explanation of the astrological signs from a spiritual perspective. Beyond its obvious psychological insights and forecasting uses, Astrology is in essence a spiritual science with deep spiritual roots. It is also a spiritual path. Every person - because of his or her Horoscope - resonates with different spiritual paths. Even the advent of major religious movements have their origins in the stars. This book doesn’t cover all the aspects of astrology and spirituality but is meant to be an introduction to it. 

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