Reading the Runes: A Beginner's Guide

by Kim Farnell

Covering the history, mythology and meaning behind each Rune for the purposes of divination, author Kim Farnell offers advice for making and energizing your Runes, suggesting numerous Rune spreads to suit a variety of purposes. The book explains how each Rune can be used for magic and meditation.

Genres: Witchcraft, Nonfiction, Spirituality

160 pages, Paperback

First published May 19, 2003

Reviews

[Casey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a well laid out introduction to runes. The author goes into both the history and the mythology that is connected with this craft. It isn't lengthy, just enough to get the basics. There is a section about how to go about making your own runes. It also covers the meaning of each rune, as well as how to go about casting and reading them. It gets into the magical aspect of runes (each rune description includes magical properties/uses), though it is just an intro, and the author encourages you to look at other resources if that is your interest. This book looks mostly at the divination practice of runes, rather than the magical aspects, such as talismans. Overall, a very good resource.

[ArchaeoLibraryologist · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some sections literally copied and pasted over and over. Some of the information was hard to follow. It felt like there was an assumption you already had a strong background in Nordic religion and naming conventions. Some good information, but overall not the best.

[Audrey Knox · Rating 3 out of 5]

Straight and to the point. If you’re interested in rune casting, it is a resource worth checking out. There are some typos and the summaries aren’t poetic or interesting. But it’s a good start for the basics.

[Candii · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5