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| The Book of Runes, 25th Anniversary Edition | 
 enlarge | Author: Ralph H. Blum
Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
Category: Book
List Price: $35.00
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Avg. Customer Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 106643
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 25th anniversary
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.5
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 1.2
ISBN: 0312536763
Dewey Decimal Number: 133
EAN: 9780312536763
ASIN: 0312536763
Publication Date: November 11, 2008
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The Book of Runes is something very special: a part of the ancient past and, perhaps, a part of your future...
Based on a tradition over one thousand years old, the Runes are seen by many as a contemporary Oracle and collectively, have established themselves as a remarkable aid in practical decision making.
A huge success with over 900,000 copies sold, since its original publication in 1983, The Book of Runes has proved to be a modern classic. For this, the 25th anniversary of the work, Ralph H. Blum has expanded and refined the runic system, making the Runes one of the most profoundly useful self-help tools of the new century.
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 Not traditional runes, but... December 1, 2008
I put off getting The Book of Runes for years because I'd read some reviews that were highly critical of the non-traditional way they were set-up and used by Ralph Blum. But for a birthday gift, my husband let me choose whatever I wanted from our local bookstore and The Book of Runes finally found their way into my shopping basket as one of several items I chose that night. I absolutely do not regret my choice.
I had studied the more traditional use of Runes in the past but had no trouble at all understanding what Ralph Blum has tried to accomplish with his newer take on the Runes. If you are a strict re-constructionist, yes, you may have problems with this set. But if you are like me, you may find that you appreciate someone offering a somewhat new interpretation on an ancient oracle. I found Mr. Blum's presentation a meaningful way to use the Runes- imbued with a gentle spirit of guidance and relevance to the modern Runecaster. I did not find the interpretations shallow; on the contrary, although simply written the meanings assigned to each Rune have resonance and depth. Blum's text is written in a very user-friendly, inviting style that I found highly enjoyable. The readings I've done with The Book of Runes have never failed to offer me some needed enlightenment. Blum also includes some great layouts to get you started in interpreting the Runes, although it would also be very easy to create your own personal uses with this set. Overall, I give The Book of Runes a 5 star rating for the warm, inspiring text, ease of use, and for his obviously loving re-interpretation of an ancient oracle.
The Book Of Runes (3rd edition) hardcover (very spiritual) October 17, 2006
I have used the I Ching for years as my "oracle of choice". Recently a relative introduced me to The Book of Runes (3RD Edition) along with a set of runes made from abalone. I enjoyed reading the book and agreed with Mr. Blum's view of the I Ching. I was interested in what he said about using the I Ching to validate a Rune reading. I tried this and found that he was correct (at least in relation to my own experience). Since I am of Norwegian decent I also appreciated the story of how the runes were discovered (by Odin the Norse god). The story brought back childhood memories of Norwegian relatives.
 Not worth the time or money November 30, 2004
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
This has got to be one of the most worthless rune books ever printed. If you really want to study the runes get Runelore by Edred Thorson or Northern Mysteries by Freya Aswin.
A Beginner's dream, An Advanced Nighmare March 23, 1997
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
This is a good beginner's book, but doesn't give the insight necessary to truely read the runes successfully. He tells you brief, mediocre meanings of the runes. I must say though, that he does welcome you to runes. I didn't know how the runes worked, but with his brief not so deep meanings, I was able to start. If you want a book to learn the basics this is the best book, but if you're looking for a book for more advanced people, you better keep scrolling
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