The Buckland Romani Tarot: In the Authentic Gypsy Tradition [BOX SET] (Cards)

~ Raymond Buckland (Author), Lissanne Lake (Illustrator)

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"* "...for so long the Gypsies have been associated with the Tarot; now at last, there is a Tarot deck that is actually tied into the Gypsies themselves." - Raymond Buckland, bestselling author of Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft - over 4,700 UK copies sold"

Product Description

The way of the Gypsies revealed in a stunning new Tarot pack * Captures the Gypsy flavour in a 78 traditional tarot cards * Reveals Raymond Buckland's unique method of card Interpretation * A fascinating foray into Gypsy history and their introduction of the Tarot cards to the Western world This Tarot is based on Romanies as the author knew them, growing up in England before and after the Second World War. Following the traditional form of Tarot - which was originally Introduced into Europe by the Gypsies - this deck is unique in its use of Romani scenes to portray the ancient symbolism.

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Product Details

• Cards: 264 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156718099X
• ISBN-13: 978-1567180992
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 2.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #762,415 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful addition to have, January 16, 2001

By A Customer

I recieved my deck a week ago and they are just beautiful. The subjects choosen for each card and colors in them speak so freely. The book is very informative in the traditions of the meanings for each card, yet reminds you to use the feeling from the card itself. I feel this is a very welcome addition to the world of the tarot readers.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Be a Gypsy - or at least use appropriate cards..., April 14, 2003

By	Bruce Gray "gurpsgm" (Shenandoah Valley, VA, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I don't own very many Tarot decks - I've never been interested in collecting them. I'm a lot more interested in using a deck that speaks to me - a deck that allows me to be a better reader for others.

I find the vibrant colors and highly evocative imagery of this deck to be one of the more interesting I've ever used. The basic images aren't that different from other decks that you won't know what the cards mean anymore, but they're different enough to allow you to gain a whole new insight on the Tarot by using this deck.

The four cards that are shown in the picture section give you a good idea of what some of the cards from this deck look like. I'm particularly fond of the secondary interpretations that one can divine from these cards. Are those Gypsy children getting a drink from the cups on the stairs of the Six of Cups or are they spiking a cup with a Gypsy love potion? It's up to the reader to decide - based on the cards around you in a reading.

The art is fantastic and reminds me a lot of the supposed Gypsy heritage of Tarot cards, although some people might be put off by that type of imagery. The colors and symbolism give me a great insight when using this deck to give readings to others.

The book is very informative and it's use of the images from the cards enhances it's value to potential users of this deck.

But it's not too overpowering for new Tarot readers either, and that's a big plus. This deck might work well at a carnival or renaissance fair if you want to give it an ideal flavor. I'd recommend it to anyone interested in Tarot reading, especially if you are interested in Tarot readings for other people, and not just self discovery.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, Effiecient and Full of Energy!, August 13, 2002

By	"pagan_warrior" (Jordan) - See all my reviews

After taking a very interesting tarot reading in downtown sau paulo, I was hooked this original method of divination. I started looking around for something that displays the tradition in itself and is also well designed to learn from and for quicker reading. Many books were on the subject, some kits which contain the decks too. However, most were designed in a way that only experienced tarot readers would be interested. I lost my desire after a while. Then, I came across the Buckland Romani Tarot kit. I was impressed by the cover art done by Lissane Lake so I bought it as a last chance pursuit. Three weeks later, I was literally being paid a visit by friends and relatives who were amazed by the degree of accuricy and speed of my previous readings. It took me two days to get the actual hand and with the amazing, thorough guide book that comes with this deck, I quickly became a Gypsy myself! This is an amazing kit, just looking at the deck itself i sense the power within. If you're interested in tarot and you want to be a part of this amazing art, buy this and only this!