{"product_id":"seventy-eight-degrees-of-wisdom-book","title":"Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom - Book","description":"\u003ch6 class=\"p2\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom: A Tarot Journey to Self-Awareness (A New Edition of the Tarot Classic) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe bestselling tarot classic in a new edition with a new preface by the author.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Whenever I have a question about tarot, I reach for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is the most in-depth exploration of tarot and my most trusted resource. If you want to learn tarot, you’ll want \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on your bookshelf too. It’s the gold standard in tarot.” —Theresa Reed, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eTarot No Questions Asked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"What is your favorite tarot book? The answer is always \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\"—Melissa Cynova, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eKitchen Table Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Essential reading for the beginner and a classic that tarot masters will return to time and time again, this is the book to have in your library.”—Benebell Wen, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eHolistic Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen it was first published nearly 40-years-ago, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSeventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was an instant classic and inspired generations of tarot students. Often referred to as the \"bible of tarot books\" it has now helped to launch the \"tarot renaissance\" we're seeing today. Drawing on mythology and esoteric traditions and delving deeply into the symbolism and ideas of each card, the book offers a modern psychological interpretation of the tarot archetypes rather than a system of esoteric symbolism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA concise history of tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn introduction to common tarot spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA clear and endlessly useful reference for both beginning and advanced tarot students\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-header a-expander-partial-collapse-header\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e368 pp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaperback\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePraise for Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-padding-small\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\"What is your favorite tarot book? The answer is always \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It was the third tarot book I read but the first to speak my language so I could understand those ideas that previously were right outside of my grasp. The tarot was a tool, and it fit in my hand. This book taught me how to use it and I am forever grateful to Rachel Pollack for making this accessible, brilliant guide to my future.\" --\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eMelissa Cynova\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eKitchen Table Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -- Melissa Cynova\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An inspiration to Tarot readers for 40 years, this is still the all-time best book for exploring both the deeper symbolism and practical meanings of the Major and Minor Arcana. I encourage you to turn to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to learn to read with and interpret the images of the Rider-Waite Tarot or, indeed, any deck.\" --\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eMary K. Greer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eTarot for Your Self\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -- Mary K. Greer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Rachel Pollack’s writings were the beacon that led me towards a deeper, more nuanced relationship with my tarot cards. As a new learner, this book in particular demystified a deck of cards I knew I loved, but had no idea how to really ‘reach’. Later as I grew as a tarot reader, Rachel’s ideas provided a sturdy springboard for my own personal approach to tarot and I still regularly turn to my tattered copy for inspiration and insight. I lovingly recommend this book to everyone who is serious about learning tarot.”—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBeth Maiden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Little Red Tarot -- Beth Maiden\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Whenever I have a question about tarot, I reach for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is the most in-depth exploration of tarot and my most trusted resource. I’m delighted and grateful for this new edition because my old one has completely fallen apart from so much use. No doubt this one will soon become dog-eared as well. If you want to learn tarot, you’ll want 78 Degrees on your bookshelf too. It’s the gold standard in tarot.” —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eTheresa Reed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Tarot Coloring Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and co-author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eTarot For Troubled Times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -- Theresa Reed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e holds a very special place in my heart and was very influential in shaping my relationship with tarot. The wisdom from Rachel’s words still weaves through my work with the cards, even after three decades. Anyone interested in learning tarot can’t go wrong including this book in their reading list. Her words will stick with you and help create a strong foundation, no matter where your tarot journey takes you.” —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBarbara Moore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creator of Steampunk Tarot -- Barbara Moore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Rachel Pollack Is a world authority of the contemporary Tarot – and a role model for the deliberate, open-minded, encouraging, and essentially life-discovering and self-helping use of the cards. I love her books in which she discloses, too, how her ‘tarot wisdom’ developed, changed and amended over more than 40 years now. The basic things for me is her personal integrity. She is dedicated to human growth and – wow -- she walks the talk. My best congrats and my warm thanks, Rachel!” —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eJohannes Fiebig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Germany, publisher AGM \/ Koenigsfurt-Urania, co-author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to the Rider Waite Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -- Johannes Fiebig\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“First published in two volumes, in 1980 and 1983, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSeventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis one of those rare groundbreaking works that changed the way that people look at the Tarot.  Pollack helped to redefine the Tarot, transforming it from simply a tool for fortune-telling to one that outlines a path for spiritual development.” —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eRobert M. Place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Tarot, History, Symbolism, and Divination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and creator of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Alchemical Tarot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Tarot of the Sevenfold Mystery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  -- Robert M. Place\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“If there is such a thing as tarot royalty, then Rachel Pollack is its queen and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the trailblazing text that ordained her as such. Essential reading for the beginner and a classic that tarot masters will return to time and time again, this is the book to have in your library. I make it a point to sit down and reread \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecover to cover at least once every five years, and that makes a cardinal difference in my personal development. All my reverence and admiration to the inimitable Rachel Pollack.” —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBenebell Wen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eHolistic Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e -- Benebell Wen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Rachel Pollack possesses one of the finest minds in Tarot wedded to the sensibility of a sagacious - and frequently wry - storyteller. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e78 Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stands the test of time as an important cornerstone of Tarot learning and remains one of the best resources for those new to Tarot as well as seasoned veterans.”—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThalassa Therese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Producer of the San Francisco Bay Area Tarot Symposium (SF BATS) and blogger at The Diviner’s Folly and Travels With Thalassa -- Thalassa Therese\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-header a-expander-partial-collapse-header\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"snippet\" id=\"snippet\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"full_description\" class=\"full_description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"p2\"\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-cel-widget=\"aplus-3p-module-b\" data-csa-c-id=\"rwrl1i-4uact4-1w0xs9-vr2sqw\" data-csa-c-content-id=\"aplus_3p-module-b\" data-csa-c-slot-id=\"dp_desktop_aplus_3p-module-b_div\" data-csa-c-type=\"widget\" class=\"celwidget aplus-module 3p-module-b aplus-standard\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aplus-module-wrapper aplus-3p-fixed-width\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003eYou are embarking on an adventure with this book as your guide. This is a magical journey, illuminated by what I call the tarot constellations. The universe that we gaze at in the night sky above us was first mapped into meaningful groups by the ancient Chaldeans, “the sky gazers,” six centuries before Christ. In the West, we identified these groups as constellations; named them for mythical beings, animals, and objects; and told stories about them that served as guides to the meaning and purpose of life. Similarly, the tarot deck is another map of consciousness evolved by our predecessors and transmitted to us, in which we now chart the journey of our Self. A semi-mythical philosopher by the name of Hermes Trismegistus described the relationship between the inner and outer universe like this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThat which is above is like that which is below and that which is below is like that which is above, to achieve the wonders of the one thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eCalled the Hermetic axiom, this phrase is central to all alchemical and metaphysical philosophy and the key to an understanding of the use of symbols such as the tarot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003eConsider, however, that the astronomical and astrological constellations are not actually connected star systems; they are imagined collections of points of light, some originating relatively near us and some far more distant, that appear related only from our personal viewing platform, which we call Earth. Because of our own inner need for personal meaning, humans throughout history have projected our own consciousness upon the night sky in the form of complex patterns and pictures. Nevertheless, the meaning we find in them is completely valid: When we gaze at the stars, we see ourselves clearly. As author Joseph Chilton Pearce has aptly said, “Man’s mind mirrors a universe that mirrors man’s mind.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"expandable-section col-lg-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text--medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"editorialReviews_feature_div\" class=\"celwidget\" data-feature-name=\"editorialReviews\" data-csa-c-type=\"widget\" data-csa-c-content-id=\"editorialReviews\" data-csa-c-slot-id=\"editorialReviews_feature_div\" data-csa-c-asin=\"\" data-csa-c-is-in-initial-active-row=\"false\" data-csa-c-id=\"xzd6vf-wtwpci-mmxold-s1s39c\" data-cel-widget=\"editorialReviews_feature_div\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-padding-base\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-padding-small\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eRachel Pollack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1945–2023) was the leading light and foremost influence on modern tarot. Her bestselling book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSeventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, first published in 1980 and never out of print, is widely described as the “Bible of Tarot.” She was also a great influence upon the science fiction, fantasy, and comics communities, as well as being a trailblazer within the transgender community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA master of many genres, Pollack is renowned for her run of issues #64–87 of Doom Patrol (Vertigo Comics), where she created the first transgender superhero. A prolific author of both fiction and nonfiction, her other books include \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eA Walk through the Forest of Souls, Unquenchable Fire, Godmother Night,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Fissure King\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. She was the creator of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eShining Tribe Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and wrote the guidebooks for numerous other decks, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Vertigo Tarot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSalvador Dali’s Tarot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Pollack taught at the famed Omega Institute for over thirty years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Weiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57944541757743,"sku":"978-1578636655","price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/4430\/6735\/files\/seventy-eight-degrees-of-wisdom-book.png?v=1778790966","url":"https:\/\/parlourofwonders.com\/products\/seventy-eight-degrees-of-wisdom-book","provider":"Parlour of Wonders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}