The Lovers' Tarot: For Affairs of the Heart

I remember seeing this deck many years ago. I recall it as a majors-only deck in an unusually large format. I'm not sure what it was about the deck that appealed to me at the time, but this full 78-card version is disappointing.As a collage deck, several cards are poorly executed. The Strength card shows a lady sitting on the back of a lion, but the layout is poor - she looks like she's sliding off, probably because the figure chosen was not actually sitting on anything. The two figures aren't in the same style, either - the lady is colored normally, while the lion looks like he was carved out of cheddar cheese. The lemniscate over the lady's head looks like a rope someone threw in there.Justice, on the other hand, does look like she's sitting down - sitting down on a fancy toilet, that is. Death is also poorly done, the horse looking like it's floating above the landscape rather than standing on it. The Star uses the same image as  Salvador Dalí's Tarot Universal ; Ingres' "The Source." Coincidentally, Dalí's deck is also a collage deck that employs many classic art works in its imagery, but the comparison ends there; it's a deck of profound beauty and sensitivity, while Lyle's deck is an amateurish mess.The Wheel of Fortune has the well-known greeting-card cherubs on top for some reason. The Moon is possibly the sloppiest card - Instead of a dog and a wolf, it has the same dog on both sides, in mirror image, as if the artist couldn't be bothered to find a picture of a wolf. The angels in the Judgement card are also reflections of each other. The court cards and other majors avoid these problems to varying degrees, while the pip cards are well-done and attractive - for pips. In my opinion, the Crowley  Thoth  deck set the standard for pips that no other deck has since achieved. I'm not sure much was gained in expanding this deck from the original majors-only version, other than giving people like me the chance to buy it dirt-cheap.The cards are the typical size; the backs are very simple, dark blue with a gold line toward the edge like a frame, and a small gold pattern at the top and bottom. It's reversible and minimalist, only slightly more going on than a solid-colored blank back.The book gives multiple interpretations - each card's "gift" and "challenge" is described for the reader, their partner, "the relationship," and the future. Overall, the deck has a calm, Renaissance-y look, and would be a good choice for someone giving readings who wants a superficially attractive deck that won't run the risk of frightening anyone.

The book is what sells this deck. I found the interpretations very fresh and helpful. I'm not a big fan of pip cards and the major arcana are ok. My rating is based on the book.

Sooo big. These cards are literally the size of a book. Bigger than the large Thoth deck. But, I bought it for the companion book, which is like 150 pages, and around four different interpretations and then four reversals for each card, geared toward love. Perfect!

This is one of my favorite tarot card deck! The pictures are bright in color and in detail. I love the way they feel when you are using them with the detail pictures on them. This is one of my favorite Tarot Card Deck. I recommend for anyone looking to expand their tarot card deck set.

This is a three part set consisting of tarot deck (major arcana only) interpretation guide, and case. The entire package is beautiful to behold and seems to hold up well.Although I follow my own inner voice, the guide definitions seem to be quite accurate. This is a great set for the beginner.The only drawback is the oversized cards require a very large surface to be properly "swirled".I am quite happy I have added it to my collection.

Large cards, about the size of journal. I like the cards, I just wasn't expecting them to be ised to the degree that they are. Anyone practicing or into tarot should know that the condition of your cards is important. Would not have purchased if i had know they would be tattered and frayed. Otherwise a nice deck if you can find a set that's new.

The guide has been done to perfection, very detailed, for love, and more. Just not a fan of the card pictures. Overall satisfied, and felt a connection with the cards immediately.

I am extremely pleased with my product. I am also extremely pleased with the service of the seller. I had email contact with the seller who was most quick to respond and deal with my queries. The product was sent out well and truly prior to the receipt date. Excellent!!!

This product was advertised as the 10th Anniversary Edition with 78 Cards and extended edition book. This was a lie, and should not be allowed to continue being advertised fraudulently. Do not buy this if you are looking for the extended version... You will be conned.

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