World Shamans Oracle: 50 Cards and Manual

An oracle deck of shamanic inspiration, suitable for those on a spiritual journey and for regular use by those seeking a daily opportunity for self-reflection. Who are shamans? What do they do? Healers. Masters of secret and sacred elements. But do we really know their stories? We hear about them from researchers, poets, ecologists and spiritualists, during an era in which re-establishing a conscious contact with our world is essential. This 50 card oracle deck depicts real Shamans (both famous and lesser known), sacred plants, animals, and the places that inspire them ? all explained in an accompanying full coloured booklet. AUTHOR: Francesca Matteoni holds a doctorate in modern history and teaches the history of religions; the anthropology of witchcraft; and mysticism at various universities in the U.S. and Italy. Matteoni also has numerous academic publications on witchcraft and magic in the modern era, further to some books, tarot and oracle decks published with Vivida. Amarilli Soriente is an Italian illustrator, muralist, and graphic designer. Her work it noted for its dreamlike colours, surreal settings, and love for world and sometimes tropical nature. Soriente's experience with 2D art is complemented by her experience as a theater set and costume designer. SELLING POINTS: . Curated by Francesca Matteoni, with a doctorate in modern history and academic publications on the anthropology of magic and mysticism . These oracle cards can be used to begin exploring the world and oneself by drawing inspiration from shamanic culture . The booklet can stand alone as a complete tool to learn about and from real shamans and their sacred elements Includes 50 cards