
Young Oracle Tarot
An initiation into tarot's mystic wisdom
Suki Ferguson(Author)
Wide Eyed Editions (Publisher)
Published on 1. March 2022
Book
Hardback
80 pages
978-0-7112-6375-8 (ISBN)
Description
This enchanting treasury of all things tarot for readers aged 11 and up gives a fascinating insight into the history, secrets and practice of tarot.
Featuring a foil-detailed cover, a ribbon marker and stunning illustrations, Young Oracle Tarot reveals for young oracles-in-training what tarot is, how to read the cards for themselves and for others, and how this ancient mystical practice can be used for self-reflection, self-care, problem-solving, and much more.
For hundreds of years, people have sought answers to life's big questions in tarot cards. This book will help young truth-seekers use the cards to navigate their own trials and triumphs, from family life, friendships and relationships, to school, work and health.
Everything readers need to get started on their tarot journey is contained in Young Oracle Tarot, starting with the rich history behind the cards and flowing forward to how they can be used today when relating to ourselves and to others, with simple card explanations and guidance for completing different readings.
The book includes:
A timeline of tarot through the ages
Examples of how today's young readers can make the most of tarot
Tips on how to conduct personal readings and reading for others
Explanations of all the cards in the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, as well as information on other decks
Guidance on how to practice 1-card daily readings, 3-card draw readings, and Celtic Cross readings
A glossary of mystical terms
This magical guide will initiate readers into a powerful global tradition and empower tweens and teens to trust their intuition, recognise their strengths and talents, and reflect on and process situations and problems that are important to them.
Featuring a foil-detailed cover, a ribbon marker and stunning illustrations, Young Oracle Tarot reveals for young oracles-in-training what tarot is, how to read the cards for themselves and for others, and how this ancient mystical practice can be used for self-reflection, self-care, problem-solving, and much more.
For hundreds of years, people have sought answers to life's big questions in tarot cards. This book will help young truth-seekers use the cards to navigate their own trials and triumphs, from family life, friendships and relationships, to school, work and health.
Everything readers need to get started on their tarot journey is contained in Young Oracle Tarot, starting with the rich history behind the cards and flowing forward to how they can be used today when relating to ourselves and to others, with simple card explanations and guidance for completing different readings.
The book includes:
A timeline of tarot through the ages
Examples of how today's young readers can make the most of tarot
Tips on how to conduct personal readings and reading for others
Explanations of all the cards in the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, as well as information on other decks
Guidance on how to practice 1-card daily readings, 3-card draw readings, and Celtic Cross readings
A glossary of mystical terms
This magical guide will initiate readers into a powerful global tradition and empower tweens and teens to trust their intuition, recognise their strengths and talents, and reflect on and process situations and problems that are important to them.
Reviews / Votes
'A sumptuous treasury of all things tarot, written especially for teen readers. Includes a short history plus an exploration of how tarot can be used for self-discovery and social justice.' * The Bookseller * 'From the gold foil cover to the gorgeous illustrations, this is a wonderful overview, an introduction to what tarot is and how it works.' * Armadillo Magazine *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 11 to 16 years
Illustrations
160
Dimensions
Height: 260 mm
Width: 201 mm
Weight
540 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7112-6375-8 (9780711263758)
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Schweitzer Classification
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E-Book
03/2022
Wide Eyed Editions
€22.49
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Persons
Suki Ferguson is a writer. She is the author of Young Oracle Tarot: An initiation into tarot's mystic wisdom (Quarto, 2022) and Astrologica: An encyclopedia of myths and legends from the planets, stars and skies (Quarto, 2025). Her work explores mythology, culture and history, while prizing self-reflection and the natural world. She grew up in a small village in the British countryside and now lives in London.
Ana Novaes is an illustrator and young witch from Brazil. Her art explores themes of femininity, spirituality and witchcraft.
Ana Novaes is an illustrator and young witch from Brazil. Her art explores themes of femininity, spirituality and witchcraft.