# The Key to the Tarot by A.E. Waite

> A tarot book by A.E. Waite, explaining the history and symbolism of the tarot deck with a step-by-step guide to using the cards for divination.

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## About this item

The Key to the Tarot is a tarot book for anyone who wants to learn the cards. Written by A.E. Waite, it is the official companion to the Original Rider Waite Tarot deck. It suits beginners and readers who already own a deck and want the history and symbolism behind the pictures.

Its 176 pages explain the history and symbolism of the tarot deck, which gives the imagery on each card some context. The hardback measures 117 x 184 x 21 mm and was published by Ebury Publishing on 6 Aug 2020. The book's ISBN is 9781846046520.

Next to any set of tarot cards, it works as a step-by-step guide to using the cards for divination. Follow each step of a reading, one stage at a time. Pick up The Key to the Tarot and start learning the cards.

## Key facts

- Official companion to the Original Rider Waite Tarot
- 176 pages, hardback
- Covers the history and symbolism of the tarot deck
- Step-by-step guide to using the cards for divination
- Works with any set of tarot cards

## What's in the box

- 1 hardback book, 176 pages

## Details

| | |
|---|---|
| Format | Hardback |
| Pages | 176 |
| Size | 117 x 184 x 21 mm |
| Author | A.E. Waite |
| Publisher | Ebury Publishing |
| Published | 6 Aug 2020 |
| ISBN | 9781846046520 |

## Questions

### Does the book come with tarot cards?

The book is listed on its own. It can be used with any set of tarot cards.

### How long is The Key to the Tarot?

It has 176 pages and measures 117 x 184 x 21 mm.

### What does the book cover?

It explains the history and symbolism of the tarot deck, then gives a step-by-step guide to using the cards for divination.