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The Pictorial Key to the Tarot is A. E. Waite's guide to divinatory tarot, published in England in 1911 in conjunction with the Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Waite was very concerned with the accuracy of the symbols he used for his deck, and he did much research into the traditions, interpretations, and history behind the cards.

The official companion to the world famous Original Rider Waite Tarot - the most popular deck in the world. The Key to the Tarot is the essential guide to unlocking the secrets of tarot from renowned scholar of the occult, A. E. Waite. This enlightening book, which can be used in conjunction with any set of tarot cards, explains the history and symbolism of the tarot deck as well as providing a step-by-step guide to using the cards for divination practices. This is your key to harnessing the power of the tarot.

A clear and accessible guide to the tarot, revealing the history of the cards and explaining how to use them. From a Relationship spread to the traditional Celtic Cross and a more modern Astrological spread, there are a number of ways to practice readings and learn to connect more fully with the cards. More detailed analysis is provided by the reader being shown how timing and reversed, or upside down, cards work. Part of a series of books on classic Mind, Body, Spirit subjects, this full-color book will appeal to anyone who has a pack of tarot cards at home and is unable to decipher what they mean or how to use them. Includes: • Rarely seen Marseilles deck illustrations • Clear card meanings with a defining slogan for each major arcana and court card • History of tarot reading and information about the most popular decks ABOUT THE SERIES: Elements is a series of spiritual development titles, each focusing on different aspects of healing and divination. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated hardbacks are the perfect entryway into ancient spiritual practices.