Llewellyn's Classic Tarot Mini (Llewellyn's Classic Tarot, 2)

Despite ordering them for their size and measuring beforehand, I was still shocked to see how absolutely TINY they were. Nonetheless, I love their size, and I love the artwork. This will be my purse deck that I plan on using for a quick read when I'm out!

Perfect little cards! I just got them & love them! The artwork is beautiful & vibrant! If you want a deck of minis, this is the one! I saw some said too small, but I think they're perfect!

I am starting my journey with the Tarot. I am using cards with descriptions on them. I have one other set that is affirmation based.This is my first Tarot based on the WRS set. Was intrigued when I saw in "Kitchen Table Tarot". Its a nice update, vibrant with some 'upgrades'. Was thinking of using when I start reading w/o the 'training wheels.'

I'm a beginner when it comes to tarot. I really searched through a lot of different decks to see which one would be the best for me. I resonate strongly with the pictures of this specific deck, it's very easy to read and pick up on the symbolism. The original Rider Waite tarot didn't capture my attention with the images and drawings for the cards even though a lot of people recommend starting with that deck. But i'm so happy I went with this version. It's all the symbolism of the original RW tarot with easier to understand, easy on the eye images. The cards are very glossy and they can slip around a bit but don't let that discourage you from thinking seriously about buying this deck. As a beginner i found the book it comes with very helpful as well. Especially the different spreads and how to use them section. For a more advanced tarot user the book might not be useful and you may find the meanings they use in the book untrue for how you interpret the cards, but it's a good stepping stone for us newbies. (the internet is a great source, i learned a lot on youtube on how to read the cards and i highly suggest you do that). The readings i've given to my friends with this deck have all been accurate and positive, and that plays in part with how simple it is to read into the cards along with my own intuition. All in all this is the best purchase i've made with my transition into tarot and im so happy! For a beginner, it's probably the best deck you can get. For an advanced reader, consider purchasing this deck if you're bored or uninspired by the original RW tarot.

What you get is a nice box set of Classic Tarot cards, a well written book (255 pp of value) and the box is something you'll like keep because it is well made and holds everything neatly. The cards measure 4 1/2 inches long by 2 1/2 inches wide. The cards are colorful front and back and sturdy for years of heavy use. One of the highlights of this set is the images, they are clear and more detailed / clearer details then the traditional Rider-Waite Tarot. I have seven or more sets of Tarot cards and am a new reader (mostly for myself) and these are my favorites. I do have the RWT set and use it when the mood hits, but I love Llewelly's Classic Tarot. Let's talk about the book a bit. It has a chapter on Tarot basics including terms and a brief history. It also has chapters on the types of cards, how to read the cards and suggest reading for even more information. Know someone who's just getting into Tarot or is curious? This is the perfect set (some sets are just the cards and a tiny booklet). Know someone who's been at it for a while? This is the perfect gift because it will supplement whatever sets / books they have now. Highly recommended.

First off, this deck is gorgeous. Moore and (Eugene) Smith's illustrations are expressive and approachable. I've been reading studying and reading tarot off and on for around 15 years, certainly not a life time of experience like many posters, but a fair amount of experience. I tend to use Rider-Waite inspired decks for the ease of transition and the commonality of the symbolism. This deck ups the ante with how it brings the symbols forward. Not only do we have more expressive scenes, but nothing feels overly static (whereas one of my old favorites, the Universal Rider-Waite deck seems frozen in its wispy colored pencil renderings). There is movement and energy in this deck's scenes. You feel as if you are happening upon a scene in progress and not a frozen image. The coloration helps to differentiate things within, leading to new (or clearer) observations. For example, I'm impressed with the 8 of Cups: in the sky like a constellation, another (phantom, ninth) cup hovers. Not part of the 8 of the card, this is the cup the person is setting off toward. Likewise, the 10 of Swords gives the hilts different colors--this feels as if it underscores the weight and plethora of tribulations that the prone figure may succumb to. In all, this is a delightful deck because it wants to be seen for all that it presents.Cons: As others have said, fliiiiimsy. This is apparently a defect with Llewellyn decks, they're on very thin cardstock and not coated in plastic or laminate. This makes for a short lifespan, I'm afraid.