The Shaman's Oracle: Oracle Cards for Ancient Wisdom and Guidance Paperback – 1 Apr 2010

The cards shown are all of the most interesting of the deck, most of the others aren't nearly so great to look at. Furthermore, the cards themselves are very flimsy and were easily crumpled etc. I was quite disappointed.

READING THIS BOOK AND PRACTISING WITH THE CARDS WAS AN EXPERIENCE , IT IS A MARVELLOUS , [ MY WIFE ] AS SHE IS TOTALLY ENGULFED WITH THE VARIOUS WAYS OF DEALING WITH SITUATIONS, SHE LOVE THIS PRODUCT AND HAS GREAT RESPECT FOR IT.VNOFLYNN.

I bought these as a kind of alternative to tarot cards. I really like the way this kind of system works. It just seems to make sense to me.

I've used Oracle cards before, and have tried Tarot, but didn't really get on with either. This system uses aspects of both, creating an in-depth reading that is pretty accurate and at the same time easier to interpret. I've only had the set a few days so have not got fully to grips with it yet, but the art's beautiful and the explanations simple and easy to follow. Anyone connected to nature, history, myth and the ancestors should love these cards, they're a great addition to any crane pouch or medicine bag.The only thing I didn't like quite so much was the fold-out lay-out poster, it cheapened the set somewhat, but it's easy enough to make your own cloth one to replace it, which I shall be doing.

Compared to Tarot or to animal guide cards the readings from this pack come out vague and less than helpful. I think this is because the interpretations are too uniformly "positive" and the cards deal in vague archetypes rather than specific characters or animals. For example if you took The Page of Swords or Eagle there are many aspects and angles from which those cards can be read. But what can you do with The Spirit of Empowerment?The cards look nice and a lot of care has been taken with the design and presentation of the cards and the book that goes with it but it doesn't come alive for me.

This set of cards is such a gorgeous creation. The images sing to your soul and so do the words. Everytime I use them I receive such insight and wisdom - which is what you need from an oracle set! Both of the creators are clearly masters of their craft and I highly recommend them to anyone seeking to go within and find answers to their questions.