I'm pleased to announce that U.S. Games Systems, Inc. will be releasing The Artwork & Times of Pamela Colman Smith by Stuart R. Kaplan on May 15, 2009.
Here's the press release from U.S. Games that was sent to me last week:
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Rider-Waite Tarot Deck
This unique set, showcasing the artwork and life of Pamela Colman Smith, will appeal to art lovers as well as tarot enthusiasts.
This deluxe set features the Smith-Waite Centennial Tarot Deck and two books: The Artwork & Times of Pamela Colman Smith and The Pictorial Key to the Tarot, in an updated new format. Also included are six colored postcards and three 5" x 7" reproductions of Smith's artwork, and a 5" x 7" photo of Pamela Colman Smith.
The Artwork & Times of Pamela Colman Smith is an eagerly awaited biography by renowned tarot expert and art collector Stuart R. Kaplan. The 102-page colorfully illustrated book features over 100 examples of Smith's non-tarot art, many of which are from the private collection of Mr. Kaplan.
The Smith-Waite Centennial Edition Tarot Deck was reproduced from the original 1909 Rider Waite deck, illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith. The 78-card deck comes with its own drawstring organza bag. A tarot spread sheet guide with three card layouts is also included.
ISBN-10: 1-57281-639-2
ISBN-13: 978-1-57281-639-8
Everything will be published in a deluxe keepsake case.
-- Janet Boyer
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