- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; Pap/Crds edition (May 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0312284829
- ISBN-13: 978-0312284824
- Product Dimensions: 17.8 x 12.1 x 3.1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 451,125 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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On first encountering the tarot many find the number of cards and their associated imagery overwhelming. This book introduces the reader to the tarot deck gradually, in small groups of cards, so that confidence can grow. After practising with a reading for each suit, all the Minor cards are used. Then, the Major cards are introduced until by the end of the book you should be familiar with every card, and be able to start making your own readings using the whole deck. The beautifully illustrated deck has been designed especially for this book and has been inspired by classic decks in which every Minor card is illustrated.
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About the Author
Juliet Sharman-Burke has been working with tarot for over twenty years and teaches in London and Europe. She has written four books on the subject, as well as co-writing The Mythic Tarot with Liz Greene. Giovanni Caselli is a part-time lecturer in archaeology and anthropology at the University of Malta. His illustrations are well-known from many publications. His characteristic line and wash style is ideal for the characters and symbolism of the tarot.
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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Beginners Guide to Tarot comprises of a beatifully illustrated tarot deck and book. The blurb on the back of the box states that the deck has been specifically designed for the novice, with each card illustrated clearly. Something I'd definately agree with as each card is very clear and has two pages assigned to it in the book.
The book starts off with information on each of the four suits of the minor arcana before going into the interpretations of each of the cards. Each cards interpretation is covered by two pages which point out the symbols on the card and what they represent before going into the divinatory meaning of the card. Sample readings for each suit, the minor arcana, major arcana and for the complete deck are given throughout the book.
The clearest information I've seen so far so it get's five stars from me.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I find the book very good and gave a good beginners insight into Tarot. The cards are attached and my first instinct was to separate them from the book to stop it getting tatty.
Was a bit disappointed at the quality of the cards - the pictures are fine - traditional based on RW, but feel much more flimsy than other packs I have, and this made it bit tricky when shuffling so as not to damage them.
Was a bit disappointed at the quality of the cards - the pictures are fine - traditional based on RW, but feel much more flimsy than other packs I have, and this made it bit tricky when shuffling so as not to damage them.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the first tarot deck that I bought and boy did I do it with much trepidation! Being a bit scared by the idea of the tarot because of its infamous reputation and links with the occult, but at the same time fascinated by the world behind those images, I decided to go ahead and buy my own deck. I looked through many of the hundreds of decks on the internet looking for one that was the least threatening and came up with -the Sharman-Caselli deck.
I have not regretted my purchase.
This deck is loosely based on the Rider-Waite but the drawings are far better, more attractive than the ugly RW (sorry RW fans!). They have also been doctored to make the symbolism and imagery more accessible for those with zero knowledge of the tarot like me. The pastel colouring is very pleasing on the eye.
Summary of the good points:
*clearly and attractively drawn images
*Scaled down for easy access for beginners
*nice pastel colours that don't offend the eye
*pip cards contain images which is v important for beginners
*cards have a border and are clearly labelled so that you know which one you are looking at
*each suit has been assigned a colour relevant to the mood of the suit for example Cool Swords contain many steely greys, Fiery Wands have a predominance of yellow and orange, Watery Cups are lavenders, pale blues, you get the picture (no pun intended)
*the cards also have indicators of the horoscope signs they are relevant to - for example one card shows a king/queen on a throne carved with rams or the king at whose feet sits a little crab.
*the images have been cleverly chosen to stimulate your intuition and evoke meanings
The only thing that is slightly disappointing is that the backs of the cards are just a plain red whereas some of the other decks have really artistic elaborate reverses. The cards feel nice on the front but have a slightly grainy feel on the reverse, however, the more you handle them, the smoother they seem to get. All in all, they feel pleasant and friendly.
The set also comes with a large book (large as in, 192 or so pages) with two pages dedicated to each card. The book is typed in nice blue print and is probably roughly A5 size so not miniscule so you go blind trying to read it. Each card is depicted and the author points out the images on the card that need to be drawn to your attention. She then goes on to tell you some of the basic meanings of the cards and what they might mean in a reading. At the back of the book there are sample readings and some suggested spreads.
Overall, I would thoroughly recommend this pack to any person that is a true beginner to tarot and wants something non-threatening and not too deep to begin with. The card and book set makes for a really good introduction into teh world of tarot.
I have not regretted my purchase.
This deck is loosely based on the Rider-Waite but the drawings are far better, more attractive than the ugly RW (sorry RW fans!). They have also been doctored to make the symbolism and imagery more accessible for those with zero knowledge of the tarot like me. The pastel colouring is very pleasing on the eye.
Summary of the good points:
*clearly and attractively drawn images
*Scaled down for easy access for beginners
*nice pastel colours that don't offend the eye
*pip cards contain images which is v important for beginners
*cards have a border and are clearly labelled so that you know which one you are looking at
*each suit has been assigned a colour relevant to the mood of the suit for example Cool Swords contain many steely greys, Fiery Wands have a predominance of yellow and orange, Watery Cups are lavenders, pale blues, you get the picture (no pun intended)
*the cards also have indicators of the horoscope signs they are relevant to - for example one card shows a king/queen on a throne carved with rams or the king at whose feet sits a little crab.
*the images have been cleverly chosen to stimulate your intuition and evoke meanings
The only thing that is slightly disappointing is that the backs of the cards are just a plain red whereas some of the other decks have really artistic elaborate reverses. The cards feel nice on the front but have a slightly grainy feel on the reverse, however, the more you handle them, the smoother they seem to get. All in all, they feel pleasant and friendly.
The set also comes with a large book (large as in, 192 or so pages) with two pages dedicated to each card. The book is typed in nice blue print and is probably roughly A5 size so not miniscule so you go blind trying to read it. Each card is depicted and the author points out the images on the card that need to be drawn to your attention. She then goes on to tell you some of the basic meanings of the cards and what they might mean in a reading. At the back of the book there are sample readings and some suggested spreads.
Overall, I would thoroughly recommend this pack to any person that is a true beginner to tarot and wants something non-threatening and not too deep to begin with. The card and book set makes for a really good introduction into teh world of tarot.
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great review
This guide to Tarot is in the form of a book and especially designed cards. The cards are quite wonderful, they incorporate the innate meaning and feeling attributed to the card... Read more
Published 1 month ago by webber
Beautiful cards
Excellent product, beautifully illustrated and simply explained within the book. Easy to use and attractive to have around as a talking point for conversation.
Published 4 months ago by frantastic
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Personally this has been without questin the best tarot deck I have used. I have many tarot and oracle decks each with their own qualities however when it comes to accuracy this is... Read more
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Good basic tarot guide for beginners
I have been very happy with both the cards and the book as a basic guide to tarot. This was my first pack and has been ideal for the purpose. Read more
Published on 10 April 2010 by KT
An excellent start
I purchased this set several years ago when I knew almost nothing about Tarot, but wanted a pastime that would be completely different from my normal work preoccupations. Read more
Published on 29 Dec 2009 by Kathryn M. Gilbert
New Starter
In my search for my first tarot deck - I purchased this product, hoping it would indeed give me an easy insight to the world of tarots. Read more
Published on 5 Oct 2009 by L. C. Amundsen
Disappointed to be disappointed
As a beginner to tarot, I wanted a book and deck to start me off on the right foot and bought this particular tarot guide on the basis of the positive reviews previously... Read more
Published on 26 Mar 2009 by Not a Big Reader
Definitely worth a look
Having dabbled with the Tarot for a few years, I was getting tired of finding myself unable to memorise card meanings - the Egyptian and Dragon decks that I had make interpretation... Read more
Published on 15 Dec 2008 by Icy Sedgwick
Helpful introduction to Tarot reading
I was a bit disappointed on first examining this Tarot deck. The cards are matt rather than glossy and the images are inspid pastel colours. Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2008 by T. Bently
loveley deck nice book
this is a very nice vairyant on the Rider Waite deck with afew historical deviations, such as the lovers and the wheel of fortune. Read more
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