Learning the Tarot: A Tarot Book for Beginners

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Summary: Great Overview
Review: This was not at all my first book on the subject, but I agree with other reviewers that the lesson chapters of the book explain Tarot basics in a concise, easy to understand way. The thing I love most in this book is the pages for individual cards. In additon to helpful keywords and question-oriented descriptions of the card illustrations, each has several suggested Reinforcing and Opposing cards listed. For me, considering the possible relationships that my current card might have with other cards gave me a huge leap of insight in how to view cards interact in a spread. While there are other books that cover that subject in depth, I've never seen it presented in such an accessible way before this. I gain a little more appreciation for this book every time I pick it up.

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Summary: The best book out there for learning and using the Tarot!
Review: With comprehensive lists of key words that signify all the diverse meanings of each card, interpretations of the symbolisms and what it all means in readings - this book is worth it (!) just for these things alone. I've never come across such a complete, clear and non-archaic collection before. I'm sure that even those who are already familiar with the Tarot will find refreshing new insights into the meanings.

For those learning the Tarot, this book contains lessons that are more like having a knowledgeable teacher guiding you instead of boring drills of memorization. They follow a logical and easy to follow pattern that makes sense.

The tables and lists of associations are great tools for beginners and advanced students alike.