The Pictorial Key to the Tarot

By Arthur Edward Waite 

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A visual guide to the world's most popular tarot deck.
Picture your fate, forecast your future and transform your fortune
An illustrated guide to the world-famous Original Rider Waite Tarot - the most popular deck in the world.
Unlock the secrets of the tarot with renowned scholar of the occult, A E Waite. Featuring the original card artwork by Pamela Colman Smith, The Pictorial Key to the Tarot is an insightful card-by-card analysis of the 78-card Rider Waite Tarot deck featuring both regular and reverse meanings. This illuminating book is the ultimate guide to mastering the art of tarot.

Clare’s Thoughts:

This is one of my favourite Tarot books; not only was it written by the co-creator in the 1900s, it gives you an idea of where Waite went for his inspiration and his knowledge of the esoteric history. 

I understand why many people think Waite is aloof in the book and not telling you everything, but for me this is what makes it perfect. Like all historical alchemy texts this book give you the seeds to start making your own equations and connections. This book isn’t a how too, but a way to inspire you too see deeper. 

5 out 5 stars

 

 

In Focus Tarot: Your Personal Guide

By Steven Bright

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Tarot cards and readings have been used since the eighteenth century as a divination tool in seeking answers to past, present, and future events, in addition to guidance and support. Their popularity continues to this day. But how do you start? With In Focus Tarot, author and professional reader Steven Bright breaks down the essentials so you can start reading tarot cards right away.

Bright first thoroughly explains each of the Major and Minor Arcanas, outlining for each card:

·       The general meaning of the card

·       The card interpreted as a situation

·       The card interpreted as a person

·       Questions to help you relate a card’s message on a personal level

·       Keywords that give quick and handy meanings for the card

·       Meanings of the card if reversed

Then learn how to put your knowledge to work using both traditional and newer tarot card placements (called tarot spreads). You’ll also find professional tips and tricks to becoming a successful tarot reader.

Clare’s thoughts:

I have been a fan of Steven Bright for a long time; he sees the Tarot in ways that most people miss. If you are looking for a modern bible, especially to start your journey with, you cannot go pass this book. 

4/5stars 

 

The Big Book of Tarot Symbols

 By Liz Dean

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In The Big Book of Tarot Symbols, bestselling author Liz Dean guides you through over 200 tarot symbols, showing you how to interpret them for powerful insights and personal guidance. By understanding these symbols, you’ll not only strengthen your connection to the cards but also enhance your ability to give more intuitive, meaningful readings.

Here’s what you’ll find inside:

·       A beginner-friendly introduction to tarot symbols, plus easy-to-follow instructions on how to use the book.

·       A comprehensive explanation of the symbols and their meanings for all 78 cards in both the Major and Minor Arcana.

·       Practical tools to help you master tarot’s symbolic “operating system” and provide more accurate, insightful readings.

Dive into the world of tarot symbols and elevate your readings with this essential guide!

 Clare’s Thoughts:

The symbols Pamela has woven into the layers of the cards is a whole world within itself, this book gives you a key to start exploring. 

Symbols are often the holders of very personal meanings and while this book can be a little cold at times, I think it is a good place to start when something piques you interest. 

4/5 stars

 

Ultimate Guide to The Rider Waite Tarot 

By Evelin Burger & Johannes Fiebig

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Discover everything you ever wanted to know about the world's most popular tarot deck. The Ultimate Guide to the Rider Waite Tarot details the ten most important symbols on each and every card in the deck complete with hundreds of illustrations for easy use. In addition to an explanation of the symbols, each card is given a brief interpretation by topic:

·       Primary meaning

·       Prognosis or tendency

·       Spiritual meaning

·       Love and relationship meaning

·       Daily meaning

·       Success and happiness meaning

Writing in a convenient format designed for quick reference, European tarot authorities Johannes Fiebig and Evelin Bürger also provide tips, hints, facts, and lore to improve your reading right away. Within these pages, you will find the top ten most important:

·       Ways of using a single card

·       Tips and rules for interpretation

·       Facts about the tarot

·       Interpretations for each suit

·       Spread layout techniques

Clare’s Thoughts:

This book is a wealth of knowledge, bits & pieces, and random facts that can help shape your relationship with the cards. 

A great source to have on our bookshelf. 

3.5/5 stars