For centuries, people have been intrigued by Fuþark runes due to their symbolism and meaning being shrouded in mystery. They were used in witchcraft and divination but also served as the primary method of writing and recording before the Latin alphabet made its way into Northern Europe.
Infused with Norse mythology, the Fuþark runes continue to serve as a vital key to the cultural heritage of the Icelandic people. The book Runes: The Icelandic Book of Fuþark introduces three different but related forms of runic systems in chronological order: the Elder Fuþark, the Younger Fuþark, and the Icelandic Fuþark.
The book draws on academic research yet introduces the three runic systems in a way that is easy to understand. This approach enables readers to explore the significance of each rune more thoroughly and comprehend the evolution of these runic systems better.
REVIEWS
"The best and most complete contemporary resource on runes"
- John Farrell, Spiral Nature Magazine
"A highly approachable, attractive and altogether unique book on the development of the Icelandic runic alphabet."
- Joseph S. Hopkins, The Midgardian Magazine
"It doesn‘t matter if you are taking your first steps in to rune lore or if you are a master of runes, this is definately a book you should include in your private library. […] Certainly, there are many books out there on the runes, but none quite like this […] the simplicity is stunning, very clever, very sensitive. It doesn‘t matter if you are taking your first steps into the rune lore or if you are already a master of the runes. This is definitely a book you should include in your private library.”
- Arith Härger, archaeologist and expert in Nordic studies, Whispers of Yggdrasil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDRAOgEOAw
"This compilation of runic alphabets and explanations is the best I have ever seen. There is no fluff or riff-raff, it's the runes, their meanings. The information is accurate, concise and to the point while providing a generous amount of information. If you’re looking for a book on the three systems presented, (Elder Futhark, Younger Futhark, Icelandic Futhark) then search no farther for this compilation will be hard to beat! We give this book 10/10!"
- The Asatru Community in Iceland
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