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Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom (1980)

by Rachel Pollack

Series: Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom (Volumes 1-2)

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When it was first published nearly 40-years-ago, Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom was an instant classic and inspired generations of tarot students. Often referred to as the "bible of tarot books" it has now helped to launch the "tarot renaissance" we're seeing today. Drawing on mythology and esoteric traditions and delving deeply into the symbolism and ideas of each card, the book offers a modern psychological interpretation of the tarot archetypes rather than a system of esoteric symbolism. This book provides: - A concise history of tarot - An introduction to common tarot spreads - A clear and endlessly useful reference for both beginning and advanced tarot students.… (more)
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Rachel Pollack will be deeply missed - her writings on tarot is essential. ( )
  s_carr | Feb 25, 2024 |
A really good primer on the basics of tarot and how to use/do readings. I didn't love the parts that tried to combined science with the so-called metaphysical world. That being said, if you are reading this book, you know what you are getting into. ( )
  livertalia | Jun 19, 2022 |
Great info, great book. Well written and generally easy to follow. ( )
  SumisBooks | Aug 3, 2021 |
Total newbie tarot here, but I liked how Rachel uses a real life example for her Celtic Cross reading.

I found her descriptions of each card exciting to read initially, but when it came to the Minor Arcana, the symbolism was quite lacking. Hence the 3 stars for the rating. ( )
  georgeybataille | Jun 1, 2021 |
Considered one of the foundational texts for the modern tarot reader, Pollack is visionary in her work and her passion for the mysterious art of Tarot and reading the cards is contagious. She has an amazing way of writing the cards to life, appreciating them for their complexity, never over-explaining and acting more as a wise and inspired tour guide than anything else.
  Collectively | Dec 5, 2011 |
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When it was first published nearly 40-years-ago, Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom was an instant classic and inspired generations of tarot students. Often referred to as the "bible of tarot books" it has now helped to launch the "tarot renaissance" we're seeing today. Drawing on mythology and esoteric traditions and delving deeply into the symbolism and ideas of each card, the book offers a modern psychological interpretation of the tarot archetypes rather than a system of esoteric symbolism. This book provides: - A concise history of tarot - An introduction to common tarot spreads - A clear and endlessly useful reference for both beginning and advanced tarot students.

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