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U S Games Systems (2003), Edition: 3rd Edition, 552 pages
Description
Provides information on every important theory and intepretation and every recognized deck, illustrating and commenting on the symbolism of the early Tarocchi decks and the major later decks.
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LibraryThing member macoram
The absolute reference on Tarot history, individual decks and cards. First published on the 70's today is (only slightly) incomplete due to finds, theories and published material that have arisen afterwards. This heavy set of 4 books remains a seminal work on which every serious study on the Tarot
Highly recommended!
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must be based. It presents almost every Tarot deck known at the time, more often then not, graphically. The 1st and 2nd volume are most important to Tarot historians, the remainder, dedicated mainly to modern Tarot, are interesting mainly to collectors (the author himself is a collector) and post-19th century researchers.Highly recommended!
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1986
Physical description
552 p.; 11.25 inches
ISBN
0913866369 / 9780913866368
Local notes
MJW
Other editions
The Encyclopedia of Tarot, Volume II by Stuart R. Kaplan (Paper Book)
The Encyclopedia of Tarot, Volume II by Stuart R. Kaplan (Hardcover)
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