This beautiful book is like classic art. Really! It has color illustrations from four decks! Whether you know nothing about the 'Science of the Cards' or have been a student for a while, you will enjoy looking at them & soaring with the inspiration of the scenes with the pips (Ace thru 10) worked into them. The author has included an excellent basic introduction to the main components of the System. No information overload, yet enough to whet the appetite for MORE. It will be useful to the widest span of audience. A great 'coffee table' or conversation piece to get people interested. Buy a copy for your local library. Give it as a gift to a family member or friend who 'plays' cards. And don't forget to bookmark the author's website in your Favorites list!