Runes

Runes carry two meanings at once: letter and mystery. In Norse tradition, these symbols came to Odin, who hung pierced by a spear from Yggdrasil, the World Tree, until he gained their hidden understanding. His ordeal shows how highly the knowledge of these marks was prized.

This guide covers the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark, tracing their history and the myths that surround them, and then turning to their practical uses in divination and as talismans. Each rune's meaning is set out clearly, with instructions for casting them and an account of traditional methods for working with them.

The book also shows how the runes can be brought into everyday life. It belongs to the Sirius Hidden Knowledge series, which explores subjects in modern alternative thought and practice, from spiritual development to alternative health. The series is written by experts and practitioners in their fields.