Synopsis The Jatakalankara is a concise yet highly authentic classic on Vedic astrology concerned with the study and analysis of the natal chart.  Many an astrologer uses it in his practice as a reference book.  Its special fetures are as under: A brief introduction to the twelve houses and the planetary interrelationships; Detailed treatment of each of the twelve houses of the horoscope with description of several planetary combinations relevant to each house; A chapter on yogas, or specific planetary dispositions, that deals comprehensible with the numerous aspects of an individual, including physical, mental, intellectual, financial, sexual and social;  A detailed account of astrological indications of various medical ailments, highlighting subtle principles of medical astrology; A complete chapter on the highly important subject of determination of longevity, indicating numerous yogas that determine the various life-spans; Results of exchange of house lords; A special chapter on yogas for the Visha-Kanya; The book is profusely illustrated to elucidate its rich astrological content.