Sorry so long in replying here,
I have the first edition, and was wondering if the second edition was worth picking up as an alternative, or if it was different in any way. I'm pretty sure I read, in an interview with the creator, that Christine had intended to include a dove on the Temperance card, but the printer received an early file of the card, which didn't have the dove. I have no idea where that interview is, but I'm Pretty sure I didn't dream it. But, I may have.. So! I was really, really hoping they had updated the card for the second edition. I'm sort-of bummed/confused as to why the team would not have updated this, but what can you do?
Also, I have the iPhone app for this deck, which has been really fun to work with! If you don't have this deck, and are curious about it, it's only $5 and a great package, because it comes with (most of?) the companion book which is sold separately. And for a deck like this, its extremely helpful and part of the fun I think. I have attached a couple screen caps of the sections regarding the missing bird. (I thought VioletEye may have been correct in assuming that the dove wings on the angel was what the text was referring to, but in reviewing the text, it really does sound like there should be a dove in there.)
I originally started this post because I was on the fence about ordering this print, and then on my way out of the house today, I found it waiting on my doorstep. I ordered it anyway, and completely forgot! #tarotproblems
I'll say this about the second edition:
-Agree with Anise on cardstock. It's nice, but the first edition is better. (btw, are folks calling the first edition linen? I'm not sure it's actually linen, but it's AMAZING.)
-The slightly smaller size is neat, but I like this deck BIG.
-The new box artwork is WAY better than the first. I'll never understand the first. Total disconnect with the deck itself.
-New card backs are kinda silly to me, and also not 'reversible' (not a problem to me, just a heads-up). Oh, I just noticed the eyes!! Cool, but I still like the first's backs more.
I will likely pass this edition on, as I do have the first. It's a very worthy deck for folks on the esoteric tip, and lovers of art decks as well. Thanks to everyone for your input! This community is my absolute favorite for tarot support!