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The Book of Shadows: An Alchemist’s Story

The Book of Shadows: An Alchemist’s Story

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What Makes This Deck Special

  • A Complete Multimedia Tarot Experience: Includes a tarot deck, full-color hardcover graphic novel, and a feature-length film.
  • RWS-Based & Reader-Friendly: 78 + 2 cards rooted in the Rider-Waite-Smith tradition—intuitive for beginners, rich for experienced readers.
  • Dreamlike, Symbolic Artwork: A richly imaginative visual style that supports intuitive, feeling-based readings.
  • Story-Driven Tarot System: The book weaves Tarot, philosophy, numerology, and symbolism into a dynamic narrative experience.
  • Expert Contributions: Featuring insights from Sasha Graham, Rana George, and John Matthews.
  • Award-Nominated Work: Shortlisted for multiple categories at the TABI Carta Awards, including Best Self-Published Deck and Outstanding Artistic Achievement.
  • A Tool for Imagination & Insight: Designed to expand intuition, creativity, and the depth of your readings.

Specs

The Tarot Deck

  • Card Count: 78 + 2 additional cards
  • System: Rider-Waite-Smith tradition
  • Card Size: 4.72" x 2.60"
  • Card Stock: 400 gsm
  • Finish: Full color
  • Packaging: Tuck box

The Book of Magic (Graphic Novel)

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Page Count: 200 pages
  • Size: 9.45" x 6.30"
  • Print: Full color

The Mockumentary (Digital Download)

  • Format: Feature-length film
  • Runtime: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Language: English

Creator

Andrea Aste is an internationally recognized Italian multimedia artist whose work bridges visual art, storytelling, and immersive experience. His projects span illustration, film, theater, and augmented reality, often exploring the relationship between perception, time, and imagination.

Exhibited in major museums and galleries across Europe—including Paris, Turin, and Prague—Aste brings a visionary, multidimensional approach to Tarot. The Book of Shadows stands as one of his most ambitious creations—transforming Tarot into a fully realized narrative and artistic world.