Ptolemy's Tetrabiblos : or Quadripartite, being four books of the influence of the stars ... with a preface, explanatory notes, and an appendix containing extracts from the Almagest of Ptolemy and the whole of his Centiloquy, together with a short notice of Mr. Ranger's zodiacal planisphere and an explanatory plate

A newly rendered English version of Ptolemy’s classic treatise on the influence of the stars brings ancient astrological theory into clearer focus for modern ears. The translator has preserved the original Greek structure while adding helpful explanatory notes and a comprehensive preface that situates the work within both its historical context and today’s renewed curiosity about celestial symbolism. Readers also gain access to an appendix that gathers key excerpts from Ptolemy’s own Almagest and his concise Centiloquy, plus a short guide to a zodiacal planisphere.

The four books cover a wide range of topics, from the basic motions of planetary spheres and the character of benefic and malefic forces to the detailed analysis of signs, houses, and the seasonal cycles that shape earthly events. Practical sections explore natal charts, health and temperament, as well as matters of wealth, rank, marriage, and travel, offering a systematic framework for interpreting personal and collective fortunes. Together with the scholarly notes, the edition serves as both a readable introduction and a solid reference for anyone interested in the foundations of astrological thought.