The Taurean takes to thrillers, for he has the patience to plod through them. While some people need to read the last page first, you can wait to reach the climactic end of an Agatha Christie book. Your reading will also accommodate masters like Tolstoy and Dickens with great ease.

Chocolates:

The Bull is selfish with chocolates. Of course, you will get a few morsels, but not until he has had his share.

Movies:

The Bull is not the one to take to racy thrillers. He is patient, but the film has to be rewarding enough. Epic films that bring the viewer laughter, tears and beautiful scenery top the list. Mel Gibson in Braveheart, Cate Blanchett in Elizabeth and Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra all fit the bill.

Music:

Steady and solid, the Bull isn't inclined to listen to anything harsh or grating, but would rather have background music that sets the mood. Old romantic numbers are likely to find a place in your music rack. "Soothing" is your watchword, when you choose music.

Restaurants:

You would love to have a full-fledged, three-course meal, so nothing less than the best for you. You don't mind a good five-star hotel meal burning a hole in the pocket. Surely, dessert will be one of the three courses, as you have quite a sweet tooth.

Sports:

The brawny Bull has endurance and stamina galore, which would best be put toward sports like rowing, weight lifting, tug-of-war, rugby, gardening or cricket.

>Television:

The Bull loves melodrama. You would probably have watched every episode of the longest running soap opera on television. Epics intrigue you, and you don't lose your interest, as the episodes lose lustre.

Pets:

If you have a Taurus pet, you had better be prepared for it snoozing all the time. Laziness is this animal's second name. Make a good bed for your pet. Better still, throw in generous doses of tender loving care.

These animals love to eat, so ensure that there is food around all the time. The Taurus pet also loves to be touched, so make sure you are generous with those hugs and caresses.

If you expect your Taurus dog to fetch a stick, forget it. These animals are very lethargic, so a walk in the backyard is the most they can do. Lounging around is the name of their game.

You should be thankful that these animals don't talk. If they could, they would probably wind you round their little fingers. The Taurus pet sure is an obstinate one!

But you would be glad that the Taurus pet is faithful, and is highly unlikely to run away. Since they like to eat so much, keep an eye on your pet to ensure they don't get too fat.

Lastly, this tolerant and gentle pet makes for a great companion for kids.

Gifts:

The key word to think of when getting your Taurean loved one a gift is 'luxury'. Taureans enjoy the good things in life, be they financial or physical, earthly sensual. A rejuvenating massage will do him a world of good. The Bull also revels in beauty and fine art, so tickets to the newest play in town be appreciated. Taurus rules the neck and the throat, so pamper your Taurean loved one with necklaces and earrings. The Bull also has a yen for investments, so a gift of stocks and bonds would do him good.

Great gifts:

Aftershave, cologne, chocolates, stocks or bonds, a wallet, a shaving kit, a plant, tickets to a new play, a gift certificate to a gourmet restaurant, a fine tie, a top-of-the-line stereo system, a leather jacket, a nice bottle of wine, gardening equipment.