Cats Rule the Earth Tarot: 78-Card Deck and Guidebook for the Feline-Obsessed

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This 78-card tarot deck and guidebook is cat themed, combining ancient mysticism with feline illustrationsThis tarot deck and guidebook set is ideal for anyone seeking the knowledge and skills needed to learn the ancient art of tarot. It is the essential source of information and ideas that make sense of a world in constant transformation. Cats are, naturally, the next logical step for my collection, and none have quite caught my eye like this one. Cats Rule the Earth Tarot goes deeper than simply presenting the meaning of each card―it equips the reader with a historical understanding of tarot, how to interpret and apply each card drawn and methods of conducting readings for yourself, friends, or family. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions.

The death card, for example, rarely refers to physical death, but you can take it to mean the end of a certain something—a job or a relationship. You'll find explanations of all 78 cards that are brief enough to understand quickly with enough room for your own interpretations.

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The drawings are so good I've considered getting a second deck so I can frame a few in my cat corner—the part of my living room where the litter box sits is adorned in cat-related art.It’s one of the best books I’ve read that comes with a deck; often these included books leave me more confused about how to read the cards than I was when I started. Offering a fun clever take on the usual tarot deck, Cats Rule the Earth Tarot creatively reinvents the traditional cards with modern, quirky cat illustrations. There are ones themed around movies, decks with modern art, and even a Victorian-themed flora and animal deck.

Death is represented by a cat skull; the Chariot is a cat in a wheelchair; and the Devil is a sphynx in a chain collar. Tarot might help you see a certain situation in your life a little differently; it's not too different from meditation. The WIRED conversation illuminates how technology is changing every aspect of our lives—from culture to business, science to design.

Whether you're a complete tarot newbie or are looking for a new deck, this one is a must-get for any cat lovers. Experienced tarot readers likely have a deeper understanding than this book offers, but for those of us who need a little guidance, it's excellent. Prior to WIRED, she was an assistant editor at Wirecutter and an assistant in the newsroom of The New York Times. The breakthroughs and innovations that we uncover lead to new ways of thinking, new connections, and new industries.

The cards are the draw here, but I was pleasantly surprised with the included guidebook written by Catherine Davidson. Tarot doesn't predict the future, and if you get a reading by someone who tells you otherwise, they're just in it for the con.There's also advice on how to interpret the spread—not just the individual cards themselves but how they work as a group, the qualities they share, and their differences. Cats Rule the Earth Tarot goes deeper than simply presenting the meaning of each card-it equips the reader with a historical understanding of tarot, how to interpret and apply each card drawn and methods of conducting readings for yourself, friends, or family. From welcoming new beginnings with the Ace of Cups to facing a new guiding presence in your life with the Hierophant, each card you draw holds the power to reveal hidden truths and guide you through the unexpected events of daily life. WIRED may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. Even if you don't know the first thing about tarot, you can still appreciate the stunning feline illustrations in this deck, all done by Thiago Corrêa.