The illustrated key to the Tarot : the veil of divination : illustrating the…
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"The Illustrated Key to the Tarot: The Veil of Divination" by L. W. De Laurence is a detailed exploration of Tarot symbolism and its historical context, written in the early 20th century. This work offers insight into the intricate meanings behind the Tarot cards, specifically focusing on the Greater and Lesser Arcana, while also emphasizing the esoteric traditions associated with Tarot divination. The author aims to shift the perception of Tarot from
mere fortune-telling to a deeper understanding of its mystical roots and symbolism. The opening of this guide establishes the author's intention to emphasize that Tarot is far more than a simple divinatory tool; it is a repository of profound symbolism that can be interpreted through the lens of occult tradition. L. W. De Laurence introduces the content structure, indicating the work is divided into parts that will cover various aspects of Tarot, its historical background, and the interpretative meanings of the cards. He discusses the misconceptions surrounding Tarot and calls for a resurgence of respect towards its true nature, suggesting that its history has been obscured by misunderstandings and charlatanism. The preface sets the stage for a deeper inquiry into the Tarot's symbolic language, which aims to provide readers with insights into its secret doctrines and inner meanings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Waite, Arthur Edward, 1857-1942 |
|---|---|
| Dubious author | De Laurence, L. W. (Lauron William), 1868-1936 |
| Illustrator | Smith, Pamela Colman, 1878-1951 |
| LoC No. | 2010479611 |
| Title | The illustrated key to the Tarot : the veil of divination : illustrating the Greater and Lesser Arcana, embracing the veil and its symbols, secret tradition under the veil of divination : art of Tarot divination : outer method of the oracles : the Tarot in history : inner symbolism : the greater keys |
| Note | "In 1916, American author L. W. de Laurence published an exact facsimile copy of [The Pictorial Key to the Tarot] under the title The Illustrated Key to the Tarot: The Veil of Divination, Illustrating the Greater and Lesser Arcana without giving any credit to Waite or Smith."--Wikipedia page on The Pictorial Key to the Tarot, accessed 6 Nov., 2026, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Pictorial_Key_to_the_Tarot |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Fortune-telling by cards |
| Subject | Tarot |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43548 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-43548-0 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 4874 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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