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Publication
Quirk Books (2004), 96 pages
Description
Take any old tarot deck, get rid of the cheesy artwork, infuse it with the nostalgic spirit of Leave It to Beaver, illustrate it with 1950s iconography then seal it in attractive retro packaging-the result: a fully functional tarot deck that will appeal to nostalgia buffs and tarot practitioners alike! The kit includes a 96-page book describing the meaning of every card in an ironic 1950s context. The Brillo Pad, for example, represents strength while the Duncan Hines Chocolate Cake represents the devil. Hilarious artwork and kitschy text make this the perfect gift for anyone enchanted by Formica who seeks deeper wisdom in his or her life.
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LibraryThing member lkrough2
Fun deck but not recommended for the tarot novice. The card stock is a bit flimsy and the lamination is very light, so the cards are easily damaged. The information on the minors is somewhat lacking, and the Majors often take a bit of imagination to figure out. All that being said, this deck is a
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lot of fun (The Devil card is a chocolate cake and the Empress is Mrs. Butterworth). Worth having for the collector or the more advanced reader. Show Less
LibraryThing member Kellswitch
The presentation of this deck is what made it worthwhile for me but only as a part of my collection not as a deck to do actual readings from.
The art and design is whimsical in the best of ways, I loved how the Major and Minor Arcana were interpreted with a 50's kitsch twist, and is topped off by
However, the card stock is flimsy and won't hold up to series use, or probably even infrequent use if you aren't extremely careful, and for anyone not well versed in the Tarot, the interpretations can be hard to get a handle on and make use of productively.
All in all, for me this is a fun deck to look at and bring out to amuse my friends, but it doesn't get used.
The art and design is whimsical in the best of ways, I loved how the Major and Minor Arcana were interpreted with a 50's kitsch twist, and is topped off by
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being packaged in the recipe style box.However, the card stock is flimsy and won't hold up to series use, or probably even infrequent use if you aren't extremely careful, and for anyone not well versed in the Tarot, the interpretations can be hard to get a handle on and make use of productively.
All in all, for me this is a fun deck to look at and bring out to amuse my friends, but it doesn't get used.
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LibraryThing member lilacwolf
From Lilac Wolf and Stuff
I have to say this Tarot comes across as more kitsch than anything else. But I loved seeing the pictures on Mrs. B's Facebook page. So when the opportunity came up to review the deck for Quirk, I jumped at the chance. Ok, I begged. lol
I have to say, it's the most accurate
I'm saying, in this modern world, this deck is fun and it works. I've done simple readings, just past-present-future, and each one has been accurate and eye opening.
I also adore the recipe box the cards come in. There are actual recipes, and separators for the deck between the Major and Minor Arcana and of course the instruction booklet. There are real recipes included, and the layouts included in the booklet are housewife style. Remember the 3 card reading I just mentioned? It calls to place the cards sideways and renamed it "The Neapolitan." There's also "The Dinette" which looks like a place setting at your dinner table. If nothing else, it's the most unique deck and set of instructions that I've ever seen in the world of Tarot. And I'm one to spend ages in that section at my local pagan store.
I have to say this Tarot comes across as more kitsch than anything else. But I loved seeing the pictures on Mrs. B's Facebook page. So when the opportunity came up to review the deck for Quirk, I jumped at the chance. Ok, I begged. lol
I have to say, it's the most accurate
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Tarot deck I've used. I think part of it is the imaging. Look at the Devil card - Devil's Food Cake. Every image screams 1950s-1960s household...not just housewives. It's loaded with vintage pop culture that many of us will understand more easily than the images that are more...how do I put this..artsy-fartsy? ;-)I'm saying, in this modern world, this deck is fun and it works. I've done simple readings, just past-present-future, and each one has been accurate and eye opening.
I also adore the recipe box the cards come in. There are actual recipes, and separators for the deck between the Major and Minor Arcana and of course the instruction booklet. There are real recipes included, and the layouts included in the booklet are housewife style. Remember the 3 card reading I just mentioned? It calls to place the cards sideways and renamed it "The Neapolitan." There's also "The Dinette" which looks like a place setting at your dinner table. If nothing else, it's the most unique deck and set of instructions that I've ever seen in the world of Tarot. And I'm one to spend ages in that section at my local pagan store.
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Language
Original language
English
Physical description
96 p.; 3.47 inches
ISBN
1931686998 / 9781931686990