In this essential guide to arranging cards into prophetic patterns, Joan Bunning has compiled a veritable encyclopedia of tarot spreads that will appeal to accomplished readers who want to explore further, as well as novices with their very first deck. What sets Joan Bunning apart from other writers on the subject is her ability to take a rather complicated esoteric system and break it down into manageable, clear, and easily learned parts.

Joan Bunning received her B.A. in Social Psychology from Cornell University and has worked as a writer, editor, and computer programmer. Since 1995, her "Learning the Tarot" website has helped thousands of people worldwide discover the personal value of the tarot. She lives in Virginia with her husband, two sons, and two dogs.