{"product_id":"chinese-astrology-by-sherman-tai","title":"Chinese Astrology by Sherman Tai","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ithm0\" data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"316\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFirst published in 1996 by Asiapac Books, \u003cem data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eChinese Astrology\u003c\/em\u003e by Sherman Tai (translated by Clara Show and illustrated by Leow Yong Shin) is an accessible and visually engaging introduction to the fundamentals of Chinese zodiac astrology\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt explains the twelve animal signs, the five elements, and how to determine your \"fortunate stem\" and \"harmonious branch.\" Each animal sign is profiled with personality traits, potential in career, interpersonal compatibility, and guidance on what to avoid or embrace during your animal year\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book is enriched with whimsical comic-style illustrations, making it both fun and informative—a perfect primer for beginners or those curious about their zodiac sign’s influence on the next 12-year cycle\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"394\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWhile not a deeply technical manual, the book offers practical insight and prompts readers to chart their own destiny with an open mind. Its tone is lighthearted yet grounded in traditional Chinese metaphysics, making astrology approachable for a broad readership\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"4zvj28\" data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eAbout the Author — \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"517\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSherman Tai\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Hong Kong–born scholar turned professional feng shui consultant and Chinese divination expert. After graduating from the Hong Kong Polytechnic and studying in the U.S., he worked as a mechanical engineer before dedicating his life to metaphysical arts. Under mentorship from a master in his youth, he studied and practiced Chinese astrology (Ba Zi), feng shui, palm reading, and life-chart analysis for over four decades, blending Eastern tradition with a scientific and mathematical lens\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSince moving to Canada in 1990, Tai gained recognition as a feng shui master serving both private and corporate clients—including major institutions like HSBC and municipal facilities—while writing weekly astrology columns for Chinese-language media and hosting broadcasts on feng shui and destiny topics\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe has authored several books in Chinese and English on feng shui and astrology, where his work is known for its clarity, cultural balance, and practical approach to eastern metaphysical practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255614333114,"sku":"355JLUZNL-Used","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/chhhi.webp?v=1761066701","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/chinese-astrology-by-sherman-tai","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}