Graham, Sasha
Llewellyn's Complete Book of the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot: A Journey Through the History, Meaning, and Use of the World's Most Famous Deck
- ISBN 13:
- 9780738753195
- author:
- Graham, Sasha
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Llewellyn Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 20.3 centimetres (0.75 kg
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Mind, Body & Spirit, Divination,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot: A Comprehensive Guide to its History and Meaning The Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot, first published in 1909, has become the most popular tarot deck of all time. This book provides a detailed analysis of the deck's creation and the meaning of each card, as well as 78 spreads to help you integrate the unique spiritual energy of each card. The deck's creation is a fascinating story of collaboration between artist Pamela Colman Smith and occultist Arthur Waite, who combined their knowledge of astrology, Kabbalah, metaphysics, mythology, and theater to create a magical set of esoteric symbols. This book delves into the roots of these influential cards, exploring how Waite and Smith brought together their knowledge to form a deck that has guided, inspired, validated, and challenged countless readers and seekers. With its rich history and in-depth analysis, Llewellyn's Complete Book of the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand and work with this iconic deck.