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PublisherQuarto Publishing Group UK

ISBN-100711251711

ISBN-139780711251717

eBay Product ID (ePID)17038701956

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Book TitleIconic Tarot Decks : the History, Symbolism and Design of over 50 Decks

Number of Pages224 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2021

TopicDivination / Tarot, General, Subjects & Themes / General, Occultism

IllustratorYes

GenreArt, Body, Mind & Spirit, Psychology

AuthorSarah Bartlett

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1 in

Item Weight35 oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width7.9 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

ReviewsThe perfect book for collectors, cartomancers, designers, tattoo artists and anyone interested in the art and mystery of tarot.

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal133.32424

Table Of ContentIntroduction How to Use the Tarot The History of Tarot Chapter 1 Influential Decks Chapter 2 Beginner's Divination Decks Chapter 3 Art and Collector's Decks Chapter 4 Esoteric and Occult Decks Chapter 5 Contemporary Decks Conclusion Index

SynopsisIconic Tarot Decks reveals the secrets, scandals, truths and mysteries behind over 50 of the most beautiful tarot decks ever created., Discover the secrets of the most iconic, mysterious and beautiful tarot decks ever created. The tarot is a treasury of divination, symbolism and self-knowledge. But who created its mysterious art and meaning, and why? What were they seeking? Does it originate in ancient esoteric wisdom or is this a vain fancy of the occultists? How has the interpretation and meaning of the cards evolved? In Iconic Tarot Decks , Sarah Bartlett (the international bestselling author) presents 50 of the most iconic tarot decks - telling the powerful stories of how each was devised and designed and showcasing their most exemplary cards. Each of the fifty-six decks in this book holds its own unique symbolism and mystical beginnings: from Visconti-Sforza, the fifteenth-century deck that reveals the fates of two Italian dynasties, to the Sola Busca Tarot, with its esoteric alchemical codex; from the pioneering Rider-Waite-Smith deck to the occult riddles of English Magic Tarot. With an introduction to reading tarot and useful tips on deciphering the cards - this is the perfect book for collectors, cartomancers, designers, tattoo artists and anyone interested in the art and mystery of tarot ., Iconic Tarot Decks reveals the secrets, scandals, truths and mysteries behind over 50 of the most iconic tarot decks ever created. Discover the secrets of the most iconic, mysterious and beautiful tarot decks ever created. In Iconic Tarot Decks , Sarah Bartlett (international bestselling author) presents 50 of the most iconic tarot decks - telling the powerful stories of how each was devised and designed, and showcasing their most exemplary cards. The tarot is a treasury of divination, symbolism and self-knowledge. But who created its mysterious art and meaning, and why? Does it originate in ancient esoteric wisdom or is this a vain fancy of the occultists? How has the interpretation and meaning of the cards evolved, and from who, or where? This book will reveal the hidden truths of the mystics and artists who have shaped the symbolic art of tarot. Each of the carefully selected decks holds its own unique symbolism and mystical beginnings: from Visconti-Sforza, the fifteenth-century deck that reveals the fates of two Italian dynasties, to Sola Busca, which hides a secret alchemical codex; from the pioneering and archetypal Rider-Waite to the ancient runes of English Magic Tarot. Explore the secrets within each deck, and discover the hidden symbols to guide your own interpretation. The decks featured are shrouded in mystery, with unique tales and stunning artwork that will fascinate beginners and experts alike. This is the perfect book for collectors, cartomancers, designers, tattoo artists and anyone interested in the art and mystery of tarot.

LC Classification NumberBF1879.T2