Book Details + Condition: Sherwood, Gilbert and Piper (London). Scarce First Edition, 1833. Full title: THE GRAMMAR OF ASTROLOGY, CONTAINING ALL THINGS NECESSARY FOR CALCULATING A NATIVITY BY COMMON ARITHMETIC. By Zadkiel (Richard James Morrison). Original dark green boards with paste-down on front board. 160 pages, followed by "Catalogue of Practical and Useful Books". Illustrated with charts. Book measures 7" x 4.75". The contemporary revival of interest in astrology reversed a trend that saw astrology almost disappear from Western culture by the end of the 18th century. Richard James Morrison was one of the fundamental astrologers responsible for its return with his core foundational books, including this one currently for sale. Firm binding; rubbed corners and edges; light wear to boards; interior is clean and free of markings.
