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Legend : The Arthurian Tarot by Anna-Marie Ferguson (2002, Cards,Flash Cards)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherLlewellyn Publications
ISBN-101567182674
ISBN-139781567182675
eBay Product ID (ePID)978600
Product Key Features
Book TitleLegend : the Arthurian Tarot
Number of Pages276 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2002
TopicDivination / Tarot, Movements / Jungian, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology
IllustratorYes
GenreBody, Mind & Spirit, Fiction, Psychology
AuthorAnna-Marie Ferguson
FormatCards,Flash Cards
Dimensions
Item Height2.2 in
Item Weight27.3 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"Lush, deep images. Highly recommended."--SageWoman "Ferguson's deep love and broad knowledge of the subject shine through every image and line."--Thalassa, Tarot News Network "I love the deck, which can certainly be used without the book [The Keeper of Words] as a reference, but the book adds immeasurable depth to readings with these cards...Whether used for personal reading, reading for others, meditation, ritual/ceremony, or dream work--this book and deck are wonderful tools of Empowerment."--Bonnie Cehovet, The MetaArts Magazine "[M]y first impression of this frankly brilliant deck was...Wow. And two years later, that still is my reaction to the cards each time I look through them."--Kim Huggen, TarotPassages.com "...[E]ven without the cards, [A Keeper of Words] is a great book for anyone who is looking for inspiration or subjects for meditation."--The Wiccan Rede
Table Of ContentCONTENTS List of Cards / Xi Preface / xv ONE: THE NATURE OF THE TAROT / I Introduction to the Tarot; the structure and divisions of the Tarot deck; the language of the Tarot; the common understanding and universal appeal of Tarot images; degrees of card reading; old misconceptions concerning the Tarot; cultural and religious aspects of the Tarot; the question of origin; a brief history of the Tarot TWO: THE SPIRIT OF LEGEND: THE ARTHURIAN TAROT / 5 The value of myth; the compatibility of the Tarot and the Arthurian legend; the branches of Arthurian tradition; the symbolism of the deck; the blend of religions and their motifs; the use of the legend to add context to the Tarot; the tragic elements of myth; the titles of the cards and the suits; the symbolic significance of the maze design; the dragon face card, the layout board imagery, and the significance of the title "The Keeper of the High Word" THREE: THE ARTHURIAN LEGEND / 9 Historical roots; the Dark Ages; political landscape; the Saxon threat; the coming of the Saxons; invading tribes; the struggle; the leaders; the Battle of Mount Badon; Arthur the historical warrior; early references to Arthur; achieving Celtic legendary status; brief account of the development of Arthurian literature; Celtic legend; the branches of Arthurian tradition, the histories of the chroniclers, the romances, and the Quest for the Holy Grail; transition to medieval ideal; change in religious tone; the legend's diversity FOUR: CONSULTING THE TAROT / 13 How to begin; the importance of personal impressions of the cards; methods of card interpretation; the advantage of the Arthurian context; the significance of the Major and Minor Arcana; the nature of the suits, aces, and court cards; reversed interpretation; preparing for a reading; the significator card; dominant cards; the relationship between neighbouring cards; conflicting cards; the layout of the cards; the purpose and nature of a defined spread; Tarot reading as an analytic system; the Celtic Cross, sample reading; Astrological Spread; Horseshoe Spread FIVE: NAVIGATING THE TAROT / 23 Moving beyond routine; the manner in which insights may appear; the importance of a comfortable atmosphere; rapport and receptivity; the abilities that distinguish a psychic reader; the borderland of the conscious and subconscious; focusing on hypnagogic dreams; heightening psychic awareness; overuse of the Tarot; rewards of patience SIX: THE CARDS / 25 The interpretation and Arthurian context of the individual cards. The Major Arcana-the cards and the legends; the Minor Arcana-the cards and the legends: Spears, Swords, Cups, Shields Bibliography / 247 Index / 251
SynopsisRediscover the Arthurian legend as artist and writer Anna-Marie Ferguson blends medieval myth with the wisdom of the Tarot. Speaking to us in a deep, intuitive way, the Legend Tarotexpands the traditional interpretations of the cards and enriches your readings by drawing on the mythology of the Arthurian world. The kit includes a newly designed layout sheet that opens the doorway to the higher knowledge of our shared mythology. The 78 exquisitely rendered watercolor paintings illustrate characters, places, and tales from the legends, blending traditional Tarot symbolism with the Pagan and Christian symbolism of the myth. These images unite mythic elements from all four branches of Arthurian legend--the medieval romances, Malory's Le Morte D'Arthurand Geoffrey of Monmouth's History of the Kings of Britain, the Quest for the Holy Grail, and the Celtic legends--to create a system of unmatched richness and depth. Each card represents the Arthurian counterpart to the Tarot's traditional figures, such as Merlin as the Magician, Morgan le Fay as the Moon, Mordred as the King of Swords, and Arthur as the Emperor. This kit includes a 78-card deck, a 276-page book describing the myths and symbolism of the deck, and a specially designed layout sheet., Rediscover the Arthurian legend as artist and writer Anna-Marie Ferguson blends medieval myth with the wisdom of the Tarot. Speaking to us in a deep, intuitive way, the Legend Tarot expands the traditional interpretations of the cards and enriches your readings by drawing on the mythology of the Arthurian world. The kit includes a newly designed layout sheet that opens the doorway to the higher knowledge of our shared mythology. The 78 exquisitely rendered watercolor paintings illustrate characters, places, and tales from the legends, blending traditional Tarot symbolism with the Pagan and Christian symbolism of the myth. These images unite mythic elements from all four branches of Arthurian legend--the medieval romances, Malory's Le Morte D'Arthur and Geoffrey of Monmouth's History of the Kings of Britain , the Quest for the Holy Grail, and the Celtic legends--to create a system of unmatched richness and depth. Each card represents the Arthurian counterpart to the Tarot's traditional figures, such as Merlin as the Magician, Morgan le Fay as the Moon, Mordred as the King of Swords, and Arthur as the Emperor. This kit includes a 78-card deck, a 276-page book describing the myths and symbolism of the deck, and a specially designed layout sheet.
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