The Gothic Tarot

by Joseph Vargo (Illustrator)

Illustrated by acclaimed gothic fantasy artist Joseph Vargo, this unique and exquisite deck contains all 78 cards of the Major and Minor Arcana, conveying a dark and elegant gothic mood with haunting images of vampires, gargoyles, ghosts, and angels. Comes complete with a 24-page instruction booklet providing detailed definitions of each card, and offers an easy-to-use pictorial guide of Tarot spreads with instructions for readings.

Genres: Tarot, Vampires

78 pages, Cards

First published October 1, 2002

About the author

For more information about Joseph Vargo, please visit the following websites:
* Monolith Graphics (art, books, publisher): http://www.monolithgraphics.com
* Nox Arcana (music): http://www.noxarcana.com
* Joseph Vargo (artist): http://www.josephvargo.com
* The Cabinets of Doctor Arcana (game): http://www.doctorarcana.com

Reviews

[Teleri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I know Vargo, he is an amazing artist & the nicest man! His ooky-spooky goth deck typifies the dark romance embraced by many who identify with Darkside symbolism.

[Caitlyn Strubinger-Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect! Absolutely stunningly balanced book. This is both inspirational and instructional depending on how you choose to read. The reader is provided with the tarot card meaning, background on the specific piece of art (from the artist’s own view) and also a story of sorts regarding the card. I have always felt drawn to the artwork, so I was thrilled to find the tarot deck and guide. If you enjoy his art this is a must in your library. Even if you never want to learn tarot, just having the tiny works of art available is so wonderful! Definitely one of the better tarot guides I have read in general as well. A true masterpiece.

[Mariea Coady · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Chiang Nguyen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cleopatra

[Dark Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's not a book to read, but the artwork is gorgeous, and it is always a great thing when using tarot images and names of what they are to tell a story to another, finding a whole other life that can be discovered with it.

[Linda Brighton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This deck and book are dark and gorgeous!

[Lisamarie Skelton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous art.