Tarot. The Library of Esoterica. Published by Librero publishing house (English language)

To explore the Tarot is to explore ourselves, to be reminded of the universality of our desire for meaning, for purpose, and for a connection with the divine. This 600-year-old tradition not only reflects a history of seekers, but also our journey of artistic expression and the ways we communicate our collective human story. For many in the West, Tarot exists in the shadows of our cultural consciousness, a metaphysical tradition attributed to the dusty glass cases of the mysterious. Its history, long and obscure, has been handed down through secret writings, oral tradition, and the scientific books of philosophers and sages. Hundreds of years and hundreds of creative hands - mystics and artists often work together - have transformed what was essentially a parlor game into a source of divination and a system of self-exploration, as each new generation has tried to develop the form and medium. Author Jessica Hundley traces this fascinating history in Tarot, the debut volume in TASCHEN's Library of Esoterica series. the book explores the symbolic meaning behind more than 500 cards and original artwork, two-thirds of which have never been published outside of the decks themselves. It is the first ever visual compendium of its kind, ranging from medieval to modern, and artfully arranged according to the order of the 78 cards of the Major and Minor Arcana. Exploring the powerful influence of Tarot as a muse for artists such as Salvador Dali and Niki de Saint Phalle, it features the decks of nearly 100 different contemporary artists from around the world, all of whom have embraced the medium for its ability to advance cultural identity . Rounding out the book are excerpts from such thinkers as Eliphas Levi, Carl Jung, and Joseph Campbell; a foreword by artist Penny Slinger; a guide to reading the maps by Johannes Fiebig; and an essay on oracle games by Marcella Kroll. About the Series Library of Esoterica explores how centuries of artists have shaped mysticism, translating the mysterious and the obscure into enduring, visionary works of art. Each subject is showcased through both modern and archival imagery sourced from private collectors, libraries and museums around the world. the result is an inclusive visual history, a study of our primal power to dream and nightmare, and the creative ways we strive to connect with the divine.

Number of pages: 520
Author: Jessica Hundley, Johannes Fiebig
Pressure: 1
ISBN: 9783836579872
Nur: Unknown
Edition: Hardcover
Format: 240x170mm