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The Easiest Way to Learn the Tarot - Ever!!

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First let me say I NEVER write reviews, but I had to stop what I was doing to comment on this book. I've been trying to become acquainted with the art of Tarot for some years now and own a small library of books on the subject but none are as thorough as this one. If this were available back then I'd already be a master. The book is easy to read and Dusty's writing style is such that you feel like you have a relationship with a one-on-one teacher. The quality of the book is also excellent....great illustrations, superb layout....I am impressed. On top of the wealth of information supplied in the book you also get access to the online support site where you can post questions and talk to others about your interpretations. Complete win/win....like I said, you HAVE to get this book.

I recently looked at my collection of Tarot books, and realized that while I do have the "classics" and have read them on and off over the years, I never really read them cover to cover - most were good, but dry and well, boring. This book by Dusty White is definitely not! It's fun, engaging and a great workbook - I really feel this is a valuable first book for anyone who's interested in the tarot, as well a great addition to the traditional texts that brings a fresh take on interpretations. And importantly, White encourages the reader to trust her or his own intuitions as a reader of the Tarot.

I have at least eight books on Tarot, and I can certainly say that this book, among all others, is different, interesting, fun, addicting to read, encouraging, motivating, and most of all AWESOME! First, the size of the book is very good and the choice of fonts is much appreciated as I can read its contents very easily. Also the book shows 11 different exercises that guide and allow students to practice fully and understand the meanings of each card, and encourages students to use their instincts and emphasizes bonding with their cards like building a closer relationship with them. Although I have not finished the different exercises, I have enjoyed working on them. I followed his advice to keep a journal so I can document my interpretations and will look at them later on to my monitor how well I progress in card reading. Dusty White made these exercises user -friendly, fun, creative, and interesting. Also he is very quick in responding to questions and you will feel very comfortable communicating with him.
Among my tarot books, this is the first (and probably only one) that teaches the meanings of Minor Arcana first before the Major Arcana. Everything that you need to know about these cards, including reversed cards, is explained fully in separate chapters. This book will guide you every step of the way on how to make sensible and meaningful readings, to understand how each card relates or influences other cards, and finally create a connection pertaining to the person or situation in question. Dusty White defines the basic spreads and most popular ones, the card positions; how to relate these spreads with anything so memorization is not really too much of an issue here. He emphasizes constant bonding with your cards and the reason for it. And this is what makes it fun to read and to practice - there are no right or wrong answers.
Be sure to look at the back part of the book, the FAQs, Checklists, and all kinds of stuff that are helpful. And if you do not understand a term, you can always refer to the Glossary and Index for easy reference.
The author is very thorough, creative, and knowledgeable about the subject and an expert in the field of Tarot. This book was well-written in contemporary style, and an excellent addition to references and practice sets in the New Age Genre, or Body, Mind, and Spirit. It has clarity, congruence, conciseness, fluidity, organization, and sense of humor. It is very encouraging, inspiring, and makes Tarot learning fun for me! I am absolutely recommending this to anyone who seriously wants to learn Tarot, or anyone who likes to read books of various interests, or anyone with an open mind.

The Easiest Way to Learn the Tarot - EVER!! is so much more than "a book"!
This is a study course in the Tarot that makes the student feel as if the teacher is right there in the room!!
Mr. White has done a superb job of supplying the student with visual examples that accompany practice exercises, as well as a diverse collection of charts and worksheets that help track progress and help develop the student's intuitive thought processes.
Although traditional meanings of the cards are given in the course, Mr. White makes it clear that those traditional meanings are launching pads that help the student discover his or her own meaning for each card. He then presents delightful exercises to help develop intuitive reading skills.
How to relate the cards in a spread is clearly discussed, and easily learned, as Mr. White takes the student step-by-step through the process, starting with some very entertaining methods of reading one card, then two-card spreads, three-card spreads, and progressing to more advanced spreads . There is a glossary that contains Tarot terms, as well as other metaphysical terms and phrases that help round out the study of the Tarot.
With this book in hand, you will never be alone in your study of the Tarot. At the very start, Mr. White invites anyone who feels stuck or frustrated to visit the AdvancedTarotSecrets website. When needed, help is just a click away.
The Easiest Way to Learn the Tarot - EVER!! will teach you to read the cards, but perhaps more importantly, it will teach you how to grow a very satisfying relationship with them. I guarantee that you will have a LOT of fun along the way!

I've been trying to learn the Tarot for some time, but always ended up frustrated by the books I was using. It never made any sense to me. Dusty's book makes everything so much clearer and I actually understand it more now. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in learning the Tarot. :D

I have studied the tarot for over 20 years and wish that I had had this book when I first started out. It is invaluable to first time tarot students and a new experience for professional tarot readers. It is witty, easy to put in action and very intuitive based tarot learning. Refreshing in it's approach and sure to leave the student of tarot assured of their tarot readings. If you plan on learning as much about tarot as possible, then this is the right book to read and use for a professional tarot reading future.

I'm a college student, so I definitely do my fair share of reading. This book is by far one of the most straight forward, yet informative books I've ever read...period. I purchased the 'Rider Waite' Tarot deck (as recommended). It's the deck whose illustrations are shown and explained in the book. Personally, I have not had a problem understanding most of what the author explains. However, when I have had a question about tarot, I posted it on the forum listed in the book and received help very quickly. The book is written simply and does not bore. The author manages to fill the book with wit and humor. It's also obvious that he is a professional in this field and tries to convey his knowledge in a concentrated punch. I'm still in the process of mastering all the spreads, but if you want to learn tarot quickly and cut through all the fluff, definitely check this book out.

P.S. Tarot is a great ice breaker at parties and will definitely fascinate your peers.

Since the moment I opened Dusty White's -The Easiest Way to learn Tarot-Ever, I have been in awe. You know when you go to the bookstore in search of a book to learn a specific topic; sometimes you purchase two to three books in hopes that with this collection of books you can piece together the information you are looking for. You don't have to do that if you get this book. I view, The Easiest Way to Learn the Tarot -Ever as a journey on the road of enlightenment. Before starting the journey, Dusty removes the negative debris that parts of society have scattered all over the road. After clearing of the path, Dusty then provides the reader with the tools (knowledge) needed for the journey. Throughout the journey the reader is being guided and empowered to continue the journey with conviction. If at any point in the journey, the reader is feeling lost or confused, Dusty guides you back with more clarity and knowledge. Personally one of the most important tools Dusty provided me with was the acknowledgement and acceptance of my inner voice or gut feeling. This is a great journey!

I've read many tarot books, but never one as didactic and clear as this one. Mr White guides you through the 'how to' of the tarot cards, while encouraging you every step of the way to trust your instincts and go with your gut, urging you to find what works best for you, without coercing you to interpret the cards in a specific way.
I enjoyed doing the exercises and revising my notions and understandings of the cards, while learning new ways to look at them. I also appreciated the fact the book begins focusing on the minor arcana, giving this set of cards its due importance. Most books, while focusing on the mayor arcana, barely brush upon how to interpret the minor cards.
This is a great book for both novice and experienced tarot card readers, I highly recommend it.

This has got to be one of the most enjoyable learning books I've ever read, on any subject.

The author believes that rather than have to learn all of the "traditional" meanings and attributes of cards, the reader should be open to their intuition and rea the story the cards are telling them. SO all of the exercises are geared at making you more comfortable with your chosen deck.

In order to have some consistency, the book is based on the RWS deck. However, throughout the book, the author reminds the reader that (s)he is free to do the exercises with any deck.

As an added bonus, the online forum at [...] really does add value.

I strongly recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn the intuitive way of reading Tarot.