The Tarot: History, Mystery and Lore

by Cynthia Giles

Overview

From Simon & Schuster, The Tarot: History, Mystery and Lore by Cynthia Giles is "excellently researched, entertainingly and compellingly written." —Booklist

With more than 40 illustrations and an entertaining informative text, The Tarot: History, Mystery and Lore is an elegantly designed book that captures the scope, powers, and romance of the Tarot throughout the ages.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780671891015
Publisher:	Atria Books
Publication date:	10/01/1994
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Cynthia Giles is the author of The Tarot, a Simon & Schuster book.

Editorial Reviews

"One of the ten Tarot books I wouldn't do without...Offers explanations for How Tarot works, taken from pscyhology and the new physics without discounting a truly metaphysical dimension."

Mary K. Greer

"This excellent work traces the history, legends, and stories surrounding tarot cards... In addition, the role of the tarot as a way of knowing is effectively examined. Highly recommended."

Library Journal

"A fascinating history, scholarly and readable at once...Excellently researched, entertainingly and compellingly written."

Booklist

"A first rate read from a first-rate scholar and writer, this book is sure to remain a standard for years to come."

Larry Dossey