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Robin Wood Tarot: The Book

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This is not the book I would recommend for a basic "what is Tarot?" or "how do I do a reading?" overview. For a basic Tarot primer I recommend the book "Tarot, Plain and Simple", which also uses illustrations from the Robin Wood Tarot.

This book discusses the details of *WHEN this card was designed, *WHY this image is depicted in this exact way, and *IF I could I would work in another hint to go buy Robin Wood's excellent ethics worksbook "When, Why, If..." but I digress...

If you want specific details on why the clothing is that color, on why the cup is held just so, and the symbology of every detail in the Robin Wood Tarot, you have the right book! An extraordinary look into the artists mind and the stories behind the artwork, as well as a very advanced discussion of the symbology in ALL Tarot decks. Reading this book gave me insights into the small often overlooked symbols that were part of the "teaching vocabulary" of all Tarot cards.

Tarot decks were always designed to be teaching tools, in the same way that the stained glass windows of the Catholic cathedrals were "picture books" of the teachings of the Catholic church, for those who could not read. The Tarot has always included the lessons of the mysteries, and the occult studies, that were forced underground and into secrecy. Robin Wood took up this tradition in the Tarot, and has added many subtle Pagan teaching points to the illustrations in the Robin Wood deck. Consider this book to be the teacher's guide to those hidden symbols, and the deck to be the study book.

This is a *required* book if you wish to use the Robin Wood deck as a teaching tool, and I could also highly recommend it (even by itself) to those trying to homeschool or teach about paganism. I also strongly suggest it if you like "behind the scenes" stories from the artist.

This deck is one of those things I can't live without. I buy these decks two at a time so that I have a replacement on hand if tragedy befalls the deck I'm using (yup, I've got kids!). I have used this deck more than any other as a professional reader. The artwork is absolutely beautiful. It speaks to pagans and non-pagans alike. I especially advise this deck for beginners. You don't even need a book, the images tell you everything you need to know.

For the most part, you don't need a deck specific book to learn to read tarot. Unless you have a more intricate... or as some might say, "oddball" deck, most general tarot books will teach you the subject as well as supply traditional interpretations that can be applied to most decks.

Some will even tell you to avoid these type of books.. as it is always best to use your *own* intuition and to discover what the cards mean for *you*.. While I do beleive this is one of the most important parts of learning tarot, I also beleive gaining another's perspective can only help.. It can expand on what you see.. allow you to see something new.. even at times provide that "AHA!! NOW I get it" feeling...

What is special about this book is that it was written by the artist herself. Who better to provide such insights as the person who's blood, sweat, and tears went into every drawing and symbol. .. the person who lived each card from glimpse to creation.

If you love this deck like I do.. this book will help make it come alive in a whole new way. If you can't order through this website due to limited availability, Robin sells the book through her own site. ...

If I could give this book more than 5 stars, I probably would. The Robin Wood Tarot deck has become such a favorite of mine that I wouldn't be without it, I carry it with me everywhere I go and give it as gifts to those who I think might be interested in Tarot. The addition of the book only serves to make the deck itself immeasurably more meaningful.

The delightful voice which makes When, Why,... If the terrific resource on Pagan ethics that it is, details the symbolism and inspiration for the Robin Wood Tarot in such a way that when you have read through the pages of this book you know each card as though it were an old and trusted friend.

I have been a pro psychic since 1992. Robins deck was the second one I purchased. I have waited many years for this book! I ordered it though Amazon about a week ago. This book is very informative and enlightening. My favorite part is how she tell about how the Tarot deck came about and developed.A must read!

If you love the deck, you need this book. It goes into detail about what she was thinking when she created each card & you can easily see all those details in the cards. Well worth the $ you'll spend for it.

I had owned the deck & booklet for some time but I have to say that owning this book which is excellent and is going to totally improve my study of and readings with this deck. If you have the deck and find you just need to know more about the card than the booklet gives - This is the book for you, least it's that way with me

I've used the Robin Wood Tarot for nearly all of my 20 years as a Reader and, like most other reviewers here, couldn't wait for The Book. I wasn't disappointed - either with the book itself or the way it was written. Robin's simply a stellar human being and guides the reader through her entire thought process when developing the deck. I read the book while I was still in the early stages of professional readings and her statements of "This is what I see, if you see something different - go with it!" really helped me have confidence in my emerging psychic gift. In this great book, Robin also gives her perspectives on the history of the Tarot, reading ethics, and Reader conduct. She shys away from spreads saying that there are many great books on those. As far as the deck goes, I use it because the imagry is very easy for my clients to understand and I'm always asked the greatest questions about a feature on a card that stands out to them - thus guiding that time in the reading. Bravo Robin! Merry Meet . . . and many, many thanks!

If you own the Robin Wood Tarot Deck, you MUST HAVE this book! It is beautifully written! I had picked her tarot deck as my "choice deck," because the artwork is so appealing. However, I did not fully understand why it appealed to me until I got the book. Ms. Wood's explanations of why she drew the cards the way she did, touched me deeply, especially her description of the Heirophant.

If you have the Robin Wood Tarot Deck, this book is a must-have. It gives you insight into each card, specific to this deck in a entertaining writing style. This book is also easy to reference when you need to look up something quickly. The best thing I can tell you about Robin's book is that she encourages you to know your cards-with your own intuition. She puts forth her own interpretations as knowledgeable suggestions, but consistently states that there may be other meanings. Also, in chapter 5, Common Symbols, you will find a convenient list of symbols and their meanings-this list could easily be used with other decks as well.
This is a highly useful book and very enjoyable to read.