Dive into the mysterious, illuminating world of The Tales Behind Tarot. In an introduction to the tarot unlike any other, join storyteller, tarot reader and teacher, Alison Davies, and read 78 unforgettable tales behind all the cards in the modern tarot deck.

In an introduction to the tarot unlike any other, join storyteller, tarot reader and teacher, Alison Davies, and read 78 unforgettable tales behind all the cards in the modern tarot deck. Every tarot card has a story to tell and is rich in symbolic meaning. In this gorgeous book for aspiring and experienced tarot readers alike, expert practitioner Alison Davies brings the stories of the cards alive. With key words and themes to help you understand the meanings of the cards, use this storybook as a tool to learn the tarot, or take your tarot readings to the next level. Follow The Fool on his journey through the Major Arcana as he travels down the path of life, meeting iconic characters along the way such as The Magician, The Hermit, Death, and The High Priestess. Follow the stories of the four suits in the Minor Arcana, and watch three sisters rise to power in the Suit of Pentacles, and a world-changing idea is born in the Suit of Wands. Stories give us context, context gives us knowledge, and knowledge is empowerment. Enhance your tarot practice, and learn to understand, decode, and apply the wisdom and meaning of the tarot in your life through the power of these stories.

This full-color, profusely illustrated book provides an insightful approach to the 22 cards of the major arcana. Drawing on Jungian psychology and his own considerable knowledge of esoterica, Banzhaf clearly shows how the major arcana of the Waite tarotdeck tell the story of the hero's journey. It is the world's oldest story, residing in our collective unconscious, as women and men alike find themselves engaged in the heroic task of maturation. 126 color illustrations. Color foldout. Notes. Bibliography

Rachel True—beloved for her role in the cult classic movie The Craft—shares her tarot knowledge, gained through a lifetime of practice. Accessible and conversational, this guidebook, which is compatible with any tarot deck, helps readers use the cards as True does: with an intuitive approach. She shares personal stories from her experiences in Hollywood to illuminate how to personalize the meaning of each card, and how—much in the way Carl Jung used them in his practice—tarot offers wisdom based on the reader’s present energy. Download the True Heart Intuitive Tarot ebook for tarot readings on the go, or for use with your own deck. The ebook includes the full guidebook, complete with art, but does not include the physical tarot deck. “That's the beauty of tarot; you don't need any special talents. Just your open mind. You can pick up your own deck, clear your energy, and feel empowered doing it. The only thing you'll be summoning is your own intuition, insight, and connection to spirit.” —Rachel True, from True Heart Intuitive Tarot

The Tarot Set includes 22 cards of the Major Arcana and 56 cards of the Minor Arcana featuring the rich symbolism of Medieval Europe, along with a purple reading cloth to preserve the energy of the cards. 176-page booklet.

Tarot enthusiasts rejoice! Look for an array of news, advice, and in-depth discussions on everything tarot in this year's edition of the Tarot Reader. Renowned authors and tarot specialists deliver deck reviews and articles concerning card interpretation, spreads, magic, tarot history, and professional tarot reading. Each year's almanac also features a calendar with pertinent astrological information, such as Moon signs and times. This year's Tarot Reader includes articles by Elizabeth Barrette, Elizabeth Hazel, Corrine Kenner, Teresa Michelsen, James Ricklef, and Valerie Sim.

Presenting detailed explanations, step-by-step directions, and creative interpretations, this book provides readers with a solid, practical understanding of Tarot as a discipline. Giles explores the various ways in which the Tarot can be used in divination, therapy, magic, and personal growth; explains how to build skills working with the cards; and discusses Tarot card collecting, art, and scholarship. 20 photos. 20 drawings.