Gareth Knight Tarot
Gareth Knight Tarot is adequate, as far as tarot decks go. Symbolism is present, although I can't say I understand why some things were done the way they were. For instance, the dog in the fool is attacking the fool, the lion in strength is green, etc. The art looks like it was done by someone in a high school art class rather than by a professional artist. That isn't to say it isn't good, just that I prefer a more polished finish and more sophisticated art. To each his own, I guess.
Gareth Knight Tarot follows the Marseilles style of order and naming, except that the world is called the universe. Majors and court cards are illustrated, but pips are not. Suits are swords, cups, discs and wands. Court cards are king, queen, prince and princess.
Cards measure about 2.75 by 3.75 inches and handle very well. I prefer these smaller decks, as my hands are rather small. Card stock is a little stiff, but that's better than thin in my opinion. The cards appear to be quite durable.
Upon opening my deck (still shrinkwrapped), I discovered that the emperor was out of place. All other cards were in order, save the emperor was before the fool. Also, instead of two extra cards, this deck came with three extra cards. Since most tarot decks are printed in sheets of 80, I was worried that this meant I had a card missing. I did not. All cards were present, plus three extra cards, totalling 81 instead of 80.
I recommend this deck for beginners who prefer the Marseilles style and for collectors.
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