Is anyone in the mood to get back to the basics? I hope so, because today's book is all about tarot and oracle cards 101. It's been a while since I got an introductory book, but after reading his book for the Incubus Tarot, I simply had to read Tarot & Oracle Card Reading For Dummies, by Charles Harrington. Thanks to the publisher for the copy to review!
- Print Length: 304 pages.
- Publisher: For Dummies.
- Publication Date: June 3, 2025.
- Genres: Folklore, Mythology, Non-Fiction, Paganism.
- Rating: 5/5 stars.
A beginner’s guide to tarot and oracle card reading.Looking for a fun, in-depth guide to tarot and oracle card reading? In this book, you’ll find the tools you need to give yourself and others in-depth and impactful readings with the cards. You’ll learn about the origins of card readings, how to pick and work with decks from various traditions, and gain insights into developing your unique style as a reader. From learning card meanings to activating your intuition with interactive techniques and exercises, and exploring more than a dozen spreads, Tarot & Oracle Card Reading For Dummies is the book you’ve been waiting for.Inside…
- Explore the history of tarot.
- Understand intention-based readings.
- Pick the right card deck for you.
- Learn the Rider-Waite-Smith® card meanings.
- Explore oracle card themes.
- Work with tarot and oracle spreads.
- Conduct readings for you and others.
- Perfect your reading technique.
As a history nerd, Charles Harrington started just right for me with a concise yet detailed history of tarot cards, how they evolved, how they went from simple entertainment to divination, and more. My favorite part was the answer about where reversals came from! It's been a mystery for a long time for me as a reader, so finally uncovering the reason why has been life-changing.
I'm always skeptical about books that promise things like "the book you’ve been waiting for," but Tarot & Oracle Card Reading For Dummies gets very close. And I'm absolutely in love with it! The research is very thorough, the explanations are simple (not in vain, it is intended for dummies), and the fun facts along the way were the cherry on top. What could have made it better? Not mentioning so often "more about this in chapter X Y Z" because, as much as it can be useful sometimes, it took me out of the reading after a while.
Obviously, all parts of it are valuable, but if I should pick one, it would be the fifth and last part of the book, compromised of chapters 14 and 15. They go straight to the point about several details you'd better keep in mind when using your cards, something that I always welcome when it comes from a seasoned reader like Charles Harrington.
In short, Tarot & Oracle Card Reading For Dummies is a book that can add something to witches of different levels. Newcomers can get a solid foundation about the two most popular methods of cartomancy, while experienced readers get a great refresher while also exploring new ideas. Casual readers can also benefit from it, but the target here is people who are more serious about it.
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