Serious-minded and cautious, you are a fan of fact. You prefer books that are educational and dramatic. If they can help you take strides ahead in your career, all the better. Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People and Norman Vincent Peale's The Power of Positive Thinking find place on your shelf.

Chocolates:

Given a choice, you would personally savour each chocolate in the box, before deciding on the best. Your quest for perfection is displayed here, too!

Movies:

When you do have the time, you sit down for flick that helps you identify with your workplace. You would seek inspiration from a film like Wall Street. And if you need to unwind, Office Space is the perfect comedy.

Music:

When it comes to music, you stick to what you listened to while you were growing up. Who has time to follow the bands of today? You get uneasy if the boat is rocked, so The Beatles would be perfect for you. You could still be caught up in disco fever or some other bygone era.

Restaurants:

You will count your money, before considering a meal out. A five-star restaurant that has great food at a great value is your dream dining experience, whether it exists or not is another question altogether.

Sports:

Why not translate your metaphysical climb up the ladder into a real one? Try rock climbing or mountaineering. Team sports like soccer will provide the competitive playing field you love.

Television:

You could do without the idiot box. But you do take some choice moments out of your day for a little humour. Once you have finished learning about the rise and fall of the stocks on the financial news, try Ally Mcbeal.

Pets:

More serious and deliberate than most, it's likely that the Capricorn pet will live to a ripe old age. Well, your Capricorn pet will not play rough games in the alley. These animals are careful, and they live long What keeps this animal happy is helping out and working hard. So, you can be assured of the morning newspaper delivered to your bed, if your pet is a Cappy.

Stable and serene, the Capricorn pet will appreciate a comfortable home and a happy family. These animals won't need much exercise, either -- for them, work is exercise!

The Cap pet will learn rules easily and is easy to train. You don't have to enforce discipline, your pet will know what makes you happy, and instinctively follow it. And yes, if you have to take a family trip, your pet will hold the fort at home.

While the Cap pet doesn't need much physical affection, it does like to be neat and clean, so brush this pet regularly. Watch their bones and teeth, too, as these areas may require special attention.

Gifts:

People born under this sign are ambitious and disciplined, and have set goals in mind. They are also practical and realistic, so any gift that helps them in their career, job or personal financial management would be most fitting. Try a sleek business card holder, subscription to a financial magazine, a nice leather purse or a classy wall clock. And yes, if you would want the Capricorn in your life to unwind, try shocking them-- pamper them with luxurious lotions or bubble bath. One-on-one competition also appeals to Capricorns, so try some golf or tennis equipment.

Great gifts:

Aftershave, cologne, stocks or bonds, a classic leather briefcase, a nice wallet, a wall clock, a tennis racket, a digital diary, a fine business suit or tie, a bottle of good wine, movie tickets, membership to a club, dancing lessons