Jim Paul

In the dark forests of medieveal Europe, runes--symbols inscribed on jewelry, tools, weapons, and boundary stones--served as talismans in a mysterious time. The Rune Poem, originally wirtten in Anglo-Saxon during the early Middle Ages, gives modern-day romantics, medieval history enthusiasts, and spiritual seekers an alphabet verse for these ancient mystical inscriptions. 40 color illustrations.

Wisdom's Fulfillment, Prophecy's Reach

The Rune Poem

Kirsten Simkiss

This was a very short read, but oh my gosh is it pretty. It's also very informational, explaining all the verses of the poem individually and what they mean based on the culture of the people. I think if I had half stars, I'd give it 3.5, but I went for 4 stars because it's such a nice little book. I actually learned a few things from this book that I hadn't heard of before. Aurochs, for instance, were not something I had previously been aware of. 

It's a good introduction to what runes are, if you're interested in learning more about them, but this is by no means a full study on all appearances of this rune in history. This is just the perspective of one poem. The illustrations really made this book for me, but then I'm a sucker for a well designed book. I would recommend this others for sure.

The Rune Poem Wisdom's Fulfillment, Prophecy's Reach

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