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The History of Tarot Art

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It was an interesting read as one usually knows about the meaning of the single tarot card but the story behind it's usually unknown.
I appreciated this well researched book, learned something new and I think it would be great in hardcover.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

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A comprehensive guide to the various sets of tarot, their artworks, histories, and allegorical references. Peppered throughout with amusing commentary and humorous contemporary references, this read feels more like you've sat down with the authors for an interesting chat than a lecture. References are listed as well as information given on the art of divination with these decks (some of whose styles have been around for almost 600 years). pages of colorful card examples from each deck help familiarize the reader with the nuances of each deck's art style. This foray into the droll history of card play and its connection to alchemy, Kabbalah, and other esoteric fields will make an enlightening read for anyone in search of arcane knowledge.

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Obviously I love this book a lot. It is interesting and funny and beautiful and everyone who is even remotely into tarot should read it!

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