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Taking an interest in tarot means discovering a tradition that has accompanied human beings' questions about their destiny, their place in the world, and their relationship to the sacred for over six centuries. Over the centuries, this set of cards has undergone many changes, reflecting the artistic, philosophical, and spiritual sensibilities of each era. Far more than just a game, tarot has become a symbolic language whose images continue to fascinate both historians and esotericism enthusiasts alike.

A history of tarot through the centuries

This volume of the Esotericism Library traces the history of tarot from its emergence as a card game at the end of the Middle Ages to its integration into the major hermetic and occult traditions. It covers the different stages of its evolution, its gradual association with divination, initiation, and symbolic study, as well as the role played by the many authors, artists, and practitioners who shaped its transmission. The book also highlights the richness of its iconography and the multiple interpretations that have accompanied its development.

A richly illustrated reference work

Abundantly illustrated and enriched by the work of specialists, this book offers an immersion into the world of tarot through its cards, symbols, major historical decks, and the currents that contributed to its influence. It is aimed both at history enthusiasts and readers wishing to better understand the evolution of this iconographic set, which has become one of the pillars of Western esoteric culture.