Pocket Guide to the Tarot, Revised: Understanding and Reading Tarot Cards

by Alan Oken

A revised and updated, clear and useful guide to the meaning behind each of the 78 tarot cards with instructions on how to lay the cards and perform readings.

As far back as the ancient Egyptians, the Tarot has been a source of wisdom and insight into the human heart and mind. The seventy-eight cards of the Tarot deck encourage an awareness of higher consciousness, give insights on the past and present, and discern future directions. Each card in the deck is explained thoroughly, including its themes and principles, its corresponding zodiac sign, and a description of the card's meaning. With instructions on how to lay the cards and determine their significance, readers can share their new knowledge of an ancient practice. All you need to know about the Tarot is right here!

Genres: Tarot, Reference

160 pages, Paperback

Published June 2, 2020

Reviews

[MULAN · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a beginner at understanding tarot cards and how to interpret them. Oken's book was impeccably simple and concise, while also helping me build up a personal comprehension of the cards. All in all, just a really good book for beginners.

[Lucy · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a professional tarotist I can say this is the best book I have ever come across for interpreting the tarot. I'm always flipping through tarot books because the more information you have as a reader, the greater potential for you to access information specific to your client. There are many good tarot books out there and worth looking through. This book is tops.

He presents the esoteric (the deeper meanings in the illustrations) in a practical way so you can apply that information to a spread. His explanations for the meaning in a reading, both upright and reversed, are constructive and honest. Definitely recommend this book to a beginner or experienced reader.