The Mythic Tarot Deck

  Juliet Sharman-Burke & Liz Greene. Illustrated by Tricia Newell

     The Mythic Tarot is the very first deck that I have ever used and it remains one of my favorites.  One of the biggest assets to this deck is the book that comes along with it.  With the purchase of the deck, you get a full edition (not just a little pamphlet) of the companion piece that really helps with interpreting the meaning of the cards. Although this is no longer my main deck for readings, it was for almost five years until I lost one of the cards and had to change decks.  I still keep the book that came with the deck because the stories that are contained within are of exceptional quality and add such atmosphere to the deck.  Inside the book there are separate Greek mythologies associated to each card which makes it a delightful read and really brings the meanings of the cards across.

     Another asset to this particular deck are the illustrations of each card.  Each illustration is rich in detail, and brings to life the stories that are contained in the book.  I was so inspired by this particular deck that I traced and burned each image of the major arcana into wood and I gave them out to close friends as gifts (and I still have about 15 left).  The cards themselves are of a good handling size, and flow very easily in the hands.  One word of warning however, these cards are glossed extremely well and if your not careful they can and will fly right out of your hands.  The cards are slightly thinner then other decks I have handled, but never the less are extremely sturdy.  If you are looking for a beginner deck, and you like the Greek mythologies then this really is the best deck for you.  You will learn a lot from this tarot deck and from the stories associated to each card.  The deck uses the standard suits: Queen, King, Knight, and Page as well as Wands, Swords, Cups, and Pentacles.  A truly exceptional artistic work. 

If you would like to purchase this deck, it is available directly from Amazon: The Mythic Tarot

The Mythic Tarot Copyright © 1986 Juliet Sharman-Burke & Liz Greene All Rights Reserved.

Above Images Copyright © 1986 Tricia Newell