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Essence of the Tarot: Modern Reflections on Ancient Wisdom [Paperback]

Megan Skinner (Author)

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Publication Date: June 2004

Essence of the Tarot differentiates itself from other Tarot books by interlacing ancient wisdom with modern insight. The first section, "Ancient Wisdom," explores the major themes of each card or archetype of the Tarot. It contains insight from many sources, including astrology, mythology, the Kabbalah, and modern psychology, and focuses on the more meditative aspect of each card. It also includes a traditional divination and ways to interpret the cards in an easy, approachable manner. The second section, "Modern Reflections," reads similar to a diary, drawing analogies from modern cultural experiences such as literature, film, and daily life in the 21st century. It presents the stories behind the images, which help to make the cards real and alive, removing them from the realm of metaphysics and placing them squarely into everyday reality. It also encourages the reader to develop his or her own unique perspective.

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"...Essence of the Tarot is a profound tool in one's search for self-discovery." -- Robin Mastro, author, Altars of Power and Grace

"...This book simplifies knowledge, guiding the reader through each image, while encouraging exploration of the intuitive realm..." -- Susan Stuart, Ph.D., Director, Intuitive Development Institute

Product Details

Paperback: 223 pages
Publisher: New Page Books (June 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1564147487
ISBN-13: 978-1564147486
Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 12 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,344,590 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An enlightening guide to the tarot!, January 6, 2005

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I found this book to be an amazing, easy to understand guide to the tarot. Too many books on the tarot are jumbled and difficult to comprehend. Megan Skinner's book is a great tool for any level of practitioner interested in this ancient art. Personally, I've been looking for a good tarot book for over two years and this is the first book I've found that is clearly written, interesting to read yet technically accurate, balances modern and ancient knowledge, and formatted beautifully. In addition, a friend of mine had an in-person reading from Ms. Skinner and remarked that she is truly gifted with a high level of integrity. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in the tarot.

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5.0 out of 5 stars How wonderful !, March 26, 2005

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I love Megan's insight into the Ancient Tarot. The book is wonderful and packed with fabulous information. I love the modern spin of the "Divainations". Highly recommended read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Megan Skinner"s book was fabulous and fun to read..., March 24, 2005

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Megan Skinner's book was fabulous and fun to read. I enjoyed her insights into the modern interpretation and her client's experience of the tarot and its symbolism. I particularly enjoyed playing around with the astrology wheel spread using her interpretions to help me realize a multi-tiered esperience of both tarot and astrology. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the major arcana cards and their impact in our daily life.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Well written, very informative

"Essence of the Tarot" by Megan Skinner is well written and easy to follow. The material is presented in a way that is both logically and intuitively appealing. Read more

Published 5 months ago by S. Cuthbertson

4.0 out of 5 stars profound and insightful
this book is extremely detailed in its approach to the tarot. its depth into the major arcana is enlightening at the very worst. Read more

Published on June 27, 2009 by blackwolf

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Guide to Tarot
Essence of the Tarot is a wonderfully written guide through the tarot, beckoning the reader, from the Fool to the World card, through the cycles represented by the tarot. Read more

Published on June 25, 2005 by Nancy Dickeman

4.0 out of 5 stars A Talented Mystic
Megan Skinner's intriguing book, The Essence of the Tarot, is a mystical tool that can be used by anyone, any day. Read more

Published on June 19, 2005 by L. A. Shiramizu

5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading...
Megan's illustration of Tarot reading is refreshing, and allows readers to really understand the major cards as they apply to life rather than just providing textbook terms and... Read more

Published on April 30, 2005 by H. Skywalker

5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I found this book to be very interesting and quite good. Megan Skinner really goes in-depth about the Tarot, and some of the history was truly fascinating. Read more

Published on March 27, 2005 by Butterfly

5.0 out of 5 stars The Essence of Tarot
Having seen Megan Skinner as a client I was thrilled to read her new book. Megan's insight into the Tarot is truly unique and uplifting. Read more

Published on March 10, 2005 by Marie E. Manuchehri

5.0 out of 5 stars Both Entertaining and Informational
I have tried to read several books regarding Psychics and the Tarot. While they have good information, I have found them difficult to read and quite boring. Ms. Read more

Published on February 28, 2005 by Rhys Ryan

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent insights!
This book covers ground that no other Tarot book does. Ms. Skinner with her wisdom and experience sheds light on how the ancient images of the Tarot can be applied to modern... Read more

Published on December 16, 2004 by Writer

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Superficial
Megan Skinner is probably better known for her weekly astrology column for [...] and has been interviewed on television and radio. Read more

Published on October 8, 2004 by Boudica

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First Sentence:
The Tarot deck we see today includes 78 picture cards divided into two sections: the Major Arcana and the Minor Arcana. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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The High Priestess, The Wheel of Fortune, Major Arcana, Aleister Crowley, Carl Jung, Harry Potter, Minor Arcana, Golden Dawn, Inner Mysteries, Madame Celeste, Mary Ann, Mick Jagger, Robert Wang, Law of Karma, Quan Yin, The Joker, The Qabalistic Tarot

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This book cites 73 books:

The Tarot of the Magicians: A Guide to the Symbolism and Application of the Wirth Tarot Deck by its Designer Oswald Wirth by Oswald Wirth in Front Matter, and Back Matter
Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton on page 143, and Back Matter
You Can Heal Your Life (Gift Edition) by Louise Hay on page 169, and Back Matter
The Nature of Personal Reality by Jane Roberts on page 125, and Back Matter
The Lord of the Rings (3 Volumes) by J. R. R. Tolkien on page 190, and Back Matter

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