The Complete Book of Tarot: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reading the Cards (Paperback)

~ (Author) "Almost as fascinating and mysterious as the Tarot cards themselves is their lack of proven origin..." (more)
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Product Description

Tarot cards are like mirrors that reflect unsuspected knowledge buried deep in the unconscious mind. This teach-yourself guide to reading the cards is designed to help activate and stimulate your innate sensitivity as a first step in developing intuition-the hallmark of the serious Tarot reader.

Written by an expert Tarot teacher and trained therapist, The Complete Book of Tarot takes you through the cards, uncovering clues to the historical, mystical, and psychological spirit of this ancient system of revealing past, present, and future. Juliet Sharman-Burke teaches you how to read them and interpret their divinatory significance.

Whether you want to interpret the cards for others, or use them to help gain a much deeper understanding of yourself, you will find The Complete Book of Tarot both instructive and inspiring.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; 1st edition (January 15, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312141637
• ISBN-13: 978-0312141639
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #499,646 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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97 of 98 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's In The Cards, February 16, 2000

By	Sam Ramnarine (Long Beach, CA.) - See all my reviews

For every Tarot reader, whether a beginner in the field or an expert brushing up on the basics, Juliet Sharman-Burke's "The Complete Book of Tarot" is just right for you.

Sharman-Burke takes the normal card interpretation and expands on them through mythological figures and stories of legend, adding richness and depth to the card-reading experience. She also adds a section of card spreads, including the Horseshoe spread and the popular Celtic Cross, as well as examples from personal readings to give you an idea of how to interpret different cards in various ways.

Using pictures from the Rider-Waite deck, Sharman-Burke describes each card in the Major Arcana from the viewpoint of "The Fool", telling his journey to reach his ultimate goal ("The World") and the various characters he meets, giving the usual images and descriptions a lifelike feel and personality.

"The Complete Book of Tarot" is a must-have guide for aspiring card readers and pro's alike.

35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful, easy to read guide to the cards, October 24, 1999

By A Customer

This is a good book for novices to the Tarot. The author is very clear in explaining the cards, their history, and their uses. I would rank it close to Tarot Plain and Simple by Anthony Louis, which is my favorite book on the Tarot.

47 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Guide, November 2, 1999

By	Jennifer G. (NYC) - See all my reviews

As a newcomer to the mystical realm, I needed to be introduced to these practices not only practically, but spiritually. Sharman-Burke gently helps you send out probes to your subconcious and magical awareness, leading not only to greater self-knowledge, but excitement over the subject matter. This is a perfect introduction.