Prophetical, Educational and Playing Cards (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162630557)

""Prophetical, Educational and Playing Cards"" is a book written by Mrs. John King Van Rensselaer, which explores the history and usage of various types of cards, including tarot cards, playing cards, and educational cards. The book delves into the symbolism and meanings behind these cards, as well as their potential uses for divination, education, and entertainment. The author also provides instructions for various card games and exercises that can be played with these cards. Overall, ""Prophetical, Educational and Playing Cards"" is a comprehensive guide to the world of cards and their many applications.1912. A history of the three distinct headings of cards. The first is those intended for divining purposes, the second embraces cards used for gambling as well as for educational purposes and the third for amusement or gambling, commonly known as playing cards. Partial contents include: Prophetical and Other Cards; The Book of Thoth, Hermes, and Nebo; The Atouts of the Tarots; Pips of the Tarot Pack; Court Cards with French Pips; According to Hoyle; Playing Cards for Educational and Other Purposes; European Playing Cards; and Fortunetelling Through the Cards.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John King Van Rensselaer
ISBN-10: 1162630558
ISBN-13: 9781162630557
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 426
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.87d