How to Read and Understand Tarot Cards" empowers the reader by revealing the knowledge that each card brings, and how each reading can give a dynamic and contemporary understanding of events, personalities, and relationships. The Tarot is a secret system of symbols that has been used by kings, politicians, heretics, concubines, psychologists, travelers, and occultists in the West for almost 600 years. Today, the Tarot is becoming increasingly popular as people look for meaning and reassurance in our ever-changing and chaotic world. The Tarot is a form of spiritual counsel and can be used to seek answers to life's key questions: Will I find success in my chosen career? Will I find true love? What does the future hold? Will I be happy? There are 10 ways to lay out the cards to help answer these questions, and to give a clear picture of the past, present, and future.Emphasis on clear, practical interpretations of the cards along with sample readings.Liz Dean's previous book and card set, "The Art of Tarot," has sold over 150,000 copies.*Beautifully illustrated throughout.