Goblin Market Tarot – An enchanting tarot deck full of magic and mystery
About this deck
The
Goblin Market Tarot, created by John Matthews and illustrated by Charles Newington, is a unique tarot deck inspired by Christina Rossetti's Victorian poem
Goblin Market. This 80-card deck, accompanied by a 176-page book, explores the rich and dark world of fairies and supernatural beings. Rather than portraying them as playful and innocent, this deck reveals their true nature: cunning, mysterious, sometimes ruthless, but always full of wisdom and hidden knowledge.
Background and imagery
The
Goblin Market Tarot brings to life the world of the goblins – a magical market where creatures from the Otherworld gather to trade, share stories and keep their secrets. The Major Arcana features a gallery of enigmatic and wondrous figures, including the Fairy Queen and The Wise One, as well as motifs from the poem, such as The Hidden Path and The Fallen Tree. The Minor Arcana represents magical objects, fruits, flowers and elements that form a fairytale landscape full of crumbling walls, overgrown forests and mysterious ruins.
How the deck comes to life in readings
The
Goblin Market Tarot is ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in the symbolism and stories of the fairy world. This deck offers not only enchantment and wonder, but also challenges and lessons of trickery, truth and transformation. The accompanying book provides detailed interpretations and support for reading the cards, making this deck both accessible and in-depth.
Are these cards welcoming to those new to tarot or advanced readers?Thanks to the rich symbolism and extensive accompanying book, this deck is perfect for curious souls and seasoned readers alike interested in the deeper layers of the fairy world.
Material and design
this set includes 80 beautifully illustrated cards and a 176-page companion book. The cards are designed with attention to detail and quality, ensuring a durable and enjoyable reader experience.
Author
John Matthews
John Matthews is a New York Times bestselling author known for his work with divination systems based on ancient spiritual traditions. His previous works include the Arthurian Tarot, the Wildwood Tarot, the Byzantine Tarot and The Tarot of Light and Shadow.
Key features
- Number of cards: 80
- Format: 100 x 54 x 138 mm
- Weight: 553 g
- Publisher: Watkins Publishing
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781786785541
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Be transported to a world full of magic, secrets and insights with the
Goblin Market Tarot. This fascinating deck is ideal for lovers of fairy tales, mythology and deep tarot readings.
