Every student who has to call out information of several books to get the complete picture is in for a pleasant surprise.The book is a must for every student and comprehensive in dealing with every aspect of basic astrology.It gives in detail the procedure for casting a horoscope and making the ashtakavarga charts.The book also describes in detail the characteristics of every planet,its effect in different signs and houses as well as in combination with other planets.There are also chapters devoted to special subjects like profession ,children,foreign travel,medical astrology and a detailed explanation for shodasvargas and reading of D-charts besides the logistics of dasa interpretation.The book also gives ready made charts for easy reference for interpreting the elements of planets,its mooltrikona signs,significance of odd and even signs,the constellations and its ruler besides a bit of gemmology and the corresponding deities for various planets.