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Integral Tarot (Integral Tarot: Decoding the Essence)

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"Integral Tarot" speaks for itself - integrating the Tarot into our lives on all levels - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. It is important to note that the foundation for Suzanne's work is the Thoth Tarot, by Aleister Crowley and Lady Frieda Harris. While the majority of the information contained in this book will also apply to the widely popular Rider-Waite Tarot (by Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Coleman Smith), to have a work of this depth devoted specifically to the Thoth Tarot is a definite bonus for readers who use this deck.

Each card is presented with astrological and archetypal associations, upright and reversed interpretations, questions for the Seeker to ask themselves when the card comes up in a reading, the yes/no determination for each card (this was a new and exciting addition to Tarot interpretation for me!), quotes, the body aspect (for the Trumps), the Path (for the Trumps), Self Help (for the Trumps), positive and negative qualities (for the Court cards), and affirmations (for the Pips, or numbered cards).

There is a section called a catalog at the back of the book that discusses the major symbols found in each of the 80 cards (the Thoth Tarot has three versions of the Magus, or Magician)that is quite helpful in incorporating esoteric content into a digestible format.

There are also sections on timing, health, and yes/no/maybe cards, along with a very helpful page that lists cards associated with death, legal issues, long term potential, pregnancy, school, and change.

There is a section devoted to the upright and reversed meanings for each of the cards, as well as a section devoted to in-depth spreads.

I found this material to be well presented, easy to understand, true to traditional meanings for the Thoth Tarot, and gifting the reader with a myriad of ways to put the Tarot to work in their own lives.

This book has the clearest interpretations I have ever used for the Thoth deck. It has an entire section in the back about each of the symbols in the cards which is tremendously useful. Another great feature is the quick reading "Yes/No" information for each card. The multiple level information on the trumps is great for understanding how a particular one could come up in a reading. And my favorite part of all is the "Questions to Ask" section, because they illuminate the cards so thoroughly. Simply a superb book.

Even though I'm studied Tarot for years, I found Suzanne's methodology rich and informative in ways that surprised me.
She has integrated the science and art of symbology and made it accessible and useful.

Suzanne's insights are magical and yet surprisingly simplistic. She bridges the gap of understanding between all belief systems by explaining how the inner workings of the soul can be understood thru the beauty of the Tarot.

Awesome book! Suzzane definitly knows her material.
She is an incredibly gifted psychic.

A simple, yet vivid metaphorical analysis of our physical, emotional and spiritual levels for each card, including clear and concise interpretations, reversed meanings and astute questions to aid individual introspection- all counters other tarot books on the market reeking of misdirected superstition. Wagner's "Integral Tarot" moves the reader in a multi-dimensional journey identifying strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for rich soul development and enigmatic personal growth.

This book is excellent and everyone interested in Tarot needs to read it. Although it is written for the Thoth Crowley deck with specific references to symbols as they appear on the cards in that deck, I find it quite applicable to most other decks, as well. The discussion of each card is thorough and well written so that beginners will have an easy time with this book and yet be able to give themselves advanced readings through the use of the multi-leveled interpretations offered in the text.

I've been a professional Reader for over 25 years and am very well-read in the field. I can say with all sincerity that this is by far the BEST book on Tarot that I have ever read!

FINALLY- an uncomplicated, straight forward, multi level with depth and feeling for the "journeyer" guide to the mysterious tarot. It unmasks the archetypal trumps without defacing them. The next step is the court cards, yes they are people, yes they are aspects of you and/or others in your life. There are charts and quick reference guides to all of it! Yes/No, timing, interrelationships-all covered.The clarity it reveals leaves the searcher hopeful and prepared to face the beauty or trials ahead. The modified Celtic spread is phenomenal. Suzanne stimulates learning with compassion for healing at the core.

Tarot readings had always seemed vague and superficial before meeting Suzanne and experiencing her interpretation of the tarot cards. Through her book she brings you towards her clarity of the card's meanings. Her explanations make the cards easy to use, interpret and explain to others. It is an easy to use reference book as well as an in-depth exploration of the art's history and philosophy. Tarot is no longer intimidating, but is more captivating and useful than ever thanks to Suzanne's wonderful book. I couldn't recommend it more!!

I have read several other books on Tarot in the past and none have been as concise and easy to understand as this one. Too many books get lost in the rich symbology of Tarot and leave the reader wondering what it all means. Integral Tarot provides all levels of information; a brief summary of each individual card, as well as an intricate description without leaving you choking on details. Her use of analogy provides the reader with an easy understanding and insight of the material locked in each card.
The spreads provided in the back in addition are more in depth than other books on the topic.
Truly a user friendly book and I highly recommend it!