Alchemy of a Blackbird
Book description
For fans of The Age of Light and Z comes a "beguiling novel of artistic ambition, perseverance, and friendship" (Katy Hays, New York Times bestselling author) based on the true story of the 20th-century painters and tarot devotees Remedios Varo and Leonora Carrington.
In this "unforgettable adventure, and one you…
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I read this book this month while traveling to the UK Tarot Conference and loved the resonance of tarot cards and people appearing in your life at the right time. Claire McMillian opens up the world of surrealist painter Remedios Varo by way of Pamela’s Smith Tarot cards as markers and guideposts.
I fell down the rabbit hole researching Varo’s artwork after I read it, especially Remedios’ painting of the magician or juggler. Her friend, Leonora Carrington, is also in the book—bringing art, tarot, and love to their immense ambition and their drive to live their life in their art…
From Susan's list on tarot and magic shaping destinies and fortunes.
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