The Book of Runes by Ralph Blum (1987, 3rd Edition) Hardcover Viking Rune Oracle

The Book of Runes By Ralph Blum — St. Martin’s Press, Third Edition (1987) Hardcover, 7” x 5” x 0.5” This vintage hardcover edition of The Book of Runes: A Handbook for the Use of an Ancient Oracle — The Viking Runes by Ralph Blum serves as a comprehensive guide to the interpretation and divinatory use of the ancient Norse runic alphabet. Originally published in 1982, this 1987 third edition (ISBN 0-312-00729-9) includes Blum’s insightful commentary, traditional rune meanings, and illustrative charts depicting each of the 24 runes and their symbolic associations. Bound in textured blue cloth with gilt runic lettering and title on the cover and spine, the book’s design (by Deborah Daly) and illustrations (by Jancis Salerno) give it an elegant, mystical appearance. Inside, readers will find detailed rune descriptions, suggested readings, and explanations of the “Blank Rune” or “Rune of Destiny,” a concept introduced by Blum that has become a hallmark of his work. Features: • Third edition, St. Martin’s Press / Oracle Books, New York • Copyright © 1982, 1987 Ralph Blum • Hardcover in blue cloth with gold lettering and rune border • Illustrated rune chart and glossary of traditional meanings • Dimensions: approximately 7 x 5 x 0.5 inches