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Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom

by Rachel Pollack

This classic book is a complete but concise guide to the origins, meaning and psychological applications of the Tarot. Its aim is to demystify and to make Tarot symbolism an effective and accessible means of self-enlightenment.

Volumes 1 and 2 have now been combined and completely updated into one volume.

FORMAT
Paperback
LANGUAGE
English
CONDITION
Brand New


Publisher Description


This classic book is a complete but concise guide to the origins, meaning and psychological applications of the Tarot. Its aim is to demystify and to make Tarot symbolism an effective and accessible means of self-enlightenment.Volumes 1 and 2 have now been combined and completely updated into one volume.

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TOGETHER IN ONE VOLUME FOR THE FIRST TIME, THE CLASSIC TEXTS THAT HELPED LAUNCH THE MODERN TAROT RENAISSANCE The two volumes of 'Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom' have inspired a whole generation of students of the Tarot. Described by many as 'the Bible of Tarot readers', the books brought awareness of myth and modern psychology to the Tarot's ancient esoteric symbolism. Now, for the first time, the texts for 'The Major Arcana' and 'The Minor Arcana' appear in one volume. To mark this special occasion, Rachel Pollack has revised and updated the book in the light of her thirty years' teaching, reading, and writing about Tarot cards. She has also written a new preface describing her own journey through the Tarot's world of symbols. The Tarot is an eternally fascinating set of strange and beautiful pictures. But beyond this lies a world of potent symbols granting access to a path of self knowledge, personal growth and freedom. These symbols connect us to the great stories of world mythology and the eternal truths of the soul. 'Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom'shows you how to use Tarot as an effective and accessible means of self-enlightenment. The book includes a complete section on how to give Tarot readings, as well as an analysis of the origins, meaning and psychological aspects of Tarot divination.

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TOGETHER IN ONE VOLUME FOR THE FIRST TIME, THE CLASSIC TEXTS THAT HELPED LAUNCH THE MODERN TAROT RENAISSANCE The two volumes of 'Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom' have inspired a whole generation of students of the Tarot. Described by many as 'the Bible of Tarot readers', the books brought awareness of myth and modern psychology to the Tarot's ancient esoteric symbolism. Now, for the first time, the texts for 'The Major Arcana' and 'The Minor Arcana' appear in one volume. To mark this special occasion, Rachel Pollack has revised and updated the book in the light of her thirty years' teaching, reading, and writing about Tarot cards. She has also written a new preface describing her own journey through the Tarot's world of symbols. The Tarot is an eternally fascinating set of strange and beautiful pictures. But beyond this lies a world of potent symbols granting access to a path of self knowledge, personal growth and freedom. These symbols connect us to the great stories of world mythology and the eternal truths of the soul. 'Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom'shows you how to use Tarot as an effective and accessible means of self-enlightenment. The book includes a complete section on how to give Tarot readings, as well as an analysis of the origins, meaning and psychological aspects of Tarot divination.

Review

'Rachel Pollack's Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom is on my 'Top Ten' list of all time Tarot greats! You can't do better than this for discovering how Tarot symbols offer insights into the meaning of daily events and guidance through life's quandaries. This classic book will never outgrow its usefullness.'Mary K. Greer bestselling author of Tarot For Yourself: A Workbook For Personal Transformation and Women of the Golden Dawn

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A comprehensive guide to unlocking your inner potential through Tarot

Long Description

This classic book is a complete but concise guide to the origins, meaning and psychological applications of the Tarot. Its aim is to demystify and to make Tarot symbolism an effective and accessible means of self-enlightenment. Volumes 1 and 2 have now been combined and completely updated into one volume.

Review Quote

'Rachel Pollack's Seventy Eight Degrees of Wisdom is on my'Top Ten'list of all time Tarot greats! You can't do better than this for discovering how Tarot symbols offer insights into the meaning of daily events and guidance through life's quandaries. This classic book will never outgrow its usefullness.'Mary K. Greer bestselling author of Tarot For Yourself: A Workbook For Personal Transformation and Women of the Golden Dawn

Feature

* Many tarot readers quote Rachel Pollack's books as the definitive guide to the subject. * Now the two classic books have been repackaged into one volume. * This book refers to the Rider-Waite deck which the vast majority of tarot students choose as their first pack. * Continued growth of interest in Tarot. * Beautifully packaged.

Description for Sales People

This classic book is a complete but concise guide to the origins, meaning and psychological applications of the Tarot. Its aim is to demystify and to make Tarot symbolism an effective and accessible means of self-enlightenment. Volumes 1 and 2 have now been combined and completely updated into one volume. * Many tarot readers quote Rachel Pollack's books as the definitive guide to the subject. * Now the two classic books have been repackaged into one volume. * This book refers to the Rider-Waite deck which the vast majority of tarot students choose as their first pack. * Continued growth of interest in Tarot. * Beautifully packaged.

Details

ISBN0722535724
Author Rachel Pollack
Pages 368
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Year 1997
Edition 2nd
ISBN-10 0722535724
ISBN-13 9780722535721
Format Paperback
Publication Date 1997-11-17
Imprint Thorsons
Place of Publication London
Country of Publication United Kingdom
DEWEY 133.32424
Illustrations Illustrations
Media Book
Subtitle A Book of Tarot
Language English
DOI 10.1604/9780722535721
UK Release Date 1997-11-17
AU Release Date 1998-01-20
NZ Release Date 2000-07-16
Alternative 9780007375868
Audience General
Country of Origin GB
Product Class Description Astrology & Fortune-telling

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