This book is out of print and i was fortunate to get it used after buying the deck. Matthews has also coauthored with his wife, caitlin matthews, a study of the western mystery tradition, the western way. The major arcana cards show key figures, objects and places in the arthurian story. This deck is truly magical as is the book hallowquest the arthurian tarot course which is its companion. Fully illustrated, the book explores the history, images and traditions of arthurian legend, including how they have changed through time. A tarot journey through the arthurian world reissue by matthews, john, matthews, caitlin, gray, miranda isbn. The arthurian tarot by caitlin and john matthews is a republication of the former hallowquest tarot. Ive owned the merlin tarot by rj stewart and the hallowquest arthurian tarot by john and caitlin matthews and do agree these decks from the twentieth century provided an excellent step to introduce links between tarot and celtictheme studies. The hallowquest and the arthurian tarot course are separate books. I originally saw it in one of rachael pollacks books during a spread example. Tarot magic and the arthurian mysteries paperback august 1, 1990 by caitlin matthews author. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The ultimate az of fantastic beings from myth and magic the element encyclopedia, and more on.
This is a meditation course designed to be spread out over a 12 month period. I like the book and believe that the writing and reasoning behind the deck shows an excellent system. Buy the arthurian tarot new edition by caitlin matthews, john matthews isbn. Aug 30, 2004 the hallowquest and the arthurian tarot course are separate books. Hallowquest a course with the arthurian tarot by john. This kit includes a 78card deck, a 276page book describing the myths and symbolism of the deck, and a specially designed layout sheet. This deck is based on the legend of king arthur and his round table. Aug 16, 2001 i have both the arthurian and the legend. A quick word of explanation this is not just a deck study, it is a place for discussion and sharing the lessons from the course book the arthurian tarot course a quest for all seasons by caitlin matthews using the arthurian tarot. The calendar of the year arthurian hallowquest tarot, tea.
A hallowquest handbook boxed set, tarot cards and book matthews, caitlin. Created by caitlin matthews, john matthews, miranda gray tarot deck 78 cards aquarian press 1991. We invite you to explore our books, oracle decks, recordings and music. This compendium of magical creatures explores the history, folklore and mythology of fascinating beasts throughou. The journey unfolds in 60 easytofollow lessons involving meditation, ritual, practical tasks and cardspreads which draw upon the readers experience and which honour the cycle. Together we like to explore the myths and traditions of britain and ireland, uncovering the celtic and arthurian mysteries, exploring the shamanic lore, and creating rituals that honour the ancestral ways to tell the ancient stories that our descendants will remember. In the book of the hallowquest, the suits are aligned to the seasons, and the seasons are given dates. Hallowquest takes you on a journey into the magical realm of king arthur. See all books authored by caitlin matthews, including the encyclopaedia of celtic wisdom, and the element encyclopedia of magical creatures.
Each have worked on a number of different books and systems, some individually, some as a team. Journey into arthurs kingdom through the twentytwo greater powers of the arthurian realm, along with the fiftysix lesser powers depicting the landscapes of logres, the ancient arthurian kingdom that lies outside of time. The arthurian tarot represents the ultimate in tarot design. Jan 22, 2007 the arthurian tarot deck by caitlin and john matthews is a beautifully done deck with brightly colored images, emphasizing the green landscapes and forests of the lands that are home to the arthurian legends. A hallowquest with caitlin matthews aquarian press, 1990 bardic source book cassell, 1998 book of arthur vega, 2002 celtic seers sourcebook cassell, 1999 the celtic shaman element, 1991 the celtic shamans pack ill. The element encyclopedia of magical creatures on apple books. This brand new collectors edition features the classics arthurian tarot deck with a completely revised and updated coursebook, allowing you to acquaint yourself with this rich tarot in greater depth. Make sure you get the one done by caitlin and john matthews. Quest for the eternal 1981, and most recently the camelot oracle 2012, with will worthington. This book takes you along an inner journey of self discovery using the arthurian mythos.
This appears to have been well reserched over many years. Excalibur spread with the arthurian tarot recently i was looking through the arthurian tarot hallowquest handbook by caitlin and john matthews the aquarian press, and noticed not for the first time that there are several really neat spreads in the back of the book. Arthurs lesson is a powerful one which we desperately need today. Sep 24, 2015 the book which accompanies the arthurian tarot is not merely a guide to the meanings of each card, though indepth interpretations are included. Caitlin matthews books list of books by author caitlin matthews. A hallowquest pack and handbook, with john matthews connections 2003 the arthurian tarot course. The arthurian tarot deck and book set is created by two of the worlds recognized leaders in arthurian magic and lore, caitlin and john matthews. The only other set which is commonly used as a comparison is legend. Each card represents the arthurian counterpart to the tarots traditional figures, such as merlin as the magician, morgan le fay as the moon, mordred as the king of swords, and arthur as the emperor. The arthurian tarot deck by caitlin and john matthews is a beautifully done deck with brightly colored images, emphasizing the green landscapes and forests of the lands that are home to the arthurian legends. The complete arthurian tarot spiral nature magazine. The rendering of the human figures is a little stiff, but not sentimental. Anyone interested in purchasing one of the remaining copies of this unique oracle and meditational device, please go to.
Choose a topic to enter an aladdins cave of exciting new titles and cherished best sellers. This 25th anniversary collectors edition features the classic arthurian tarot deck together with a completely revised and updated workbook. Fiction and biography childrens stories and storyworld cards storytelling cards, fiction and folk tales. It would be nearly 18 months before i found the set at a local bookshop, which i purchased without a second thought. The connection between the tarot and the arthurian myth is fascinating and inspiring. Chesca potter element, 1996 celtic totem animals eddison saddred wheel, 2002.
John matthews born 1948 has been involved in study of the mysteries of britain including the arthurian legends and the grail myth, for almost fifty years. A quest for all seasons, harper, 1993 the barefoot book of princesses, barefoot books, 1994 and many reprint editions. From unicorns and trolls to werewolves and griffins, this comprehensive guide is the key to discovering every magical creature from myth, folklore and legend around the world. While this new offering still features the lovely artwork of miranda gray, the black borders surrounding the images are now white. Renowned experts in celtic, arthurian and shamanistic spirituality, caitlin and john matthews have reinvented their hallowquest tarot for its third incarnation. The book which accompanies the arthurian tarot is not merely a guide to the meanings of each card, though indepth interpretations are included. John matthews is an historian, folklorist and author. The history, images and traditions of arthurian legend, including how they changed through time, are explored in this book. Jan 23, 2018 excalibur spread with the arthurian tarot recently i was looking through the arthurian tarot hallowquest handbook by caitlin and john matthews the aquarian press, and noticed not for the first time that there are several really neat spreads in the back of the book. It would be a bit challenging for a beginner, but for anyone whos passionate about tarot i would say its a must. The deck is a teacher and will take you on many journeys. A tarot journey through the arthurian world by matthews, john, matthews, caitlin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. I absolutely love it, the art is beautiful and the book is deep and very well written.
He has been a full time writer since 1980 and has produced over ninety books on the arthurian legends and grail studies, as well as short stories and a volume of poetry. Sadly the camelot oracle will soon be out of print, and as the current publisher is unwilling to reprint, it may soon be completely unavailable. It begins with an introductory section which describes the way the deck is designed and how to get acquainted with the cards. Sep 18, 2006 buy the arthurian tarot new edition by caitlin matthews, john matthews isbn. It also demonstrates how tarot cards can be used for storytelling and recreating the mythological drama of the arthurian cycle. This guide presents a complete years journey into the living realms of the celtic otherworld, pursuing the paths created in the the arthurian tarot and hallowquest. At a hefty 379 pages, this book describes a yearlong course in meditation, ritual visualization, and selfexamination, along the way discussing each card, not in a divinatory way but instead how that card relates to ones spiritual path. It is a workbook which guides the reader, whether expert or novice, on a personal grail quest called the hallowquest. He has published over ninety books on myth, the arthurian legends and grail studies, including the grail. Expanding the scope of the tarot, the book demonstrates how the cards can be used for storytelling and recreating the mythological drama of the arthurian cycle, giving fresh impetus to all who study the. Steeped in the sheer unequalled magic of the legends, history and traditions of arthurian britain, these exceptional cards capture in 78 frames all the wonder and beauty of king arthurs realm. Arthurian caitlin john matthews for sale camera and photo. This companion volume to the arthurian tarot explores in depth the unique magical system in the accompanying deck of cards. Nov, 2019 in the book of the hallowquest, the suits are aligned to the seasons, and the seasons are given dates.