Cragg, Rjm
English Runes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781090862532
- author:
- Cragg, Rjm
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Independently Published
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 102
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 0.5 centimeters (0.1
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Alphabets & Writing Systems,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Understanding English Runes provides a comprehensive guide to the use, sound-values, and pronunciation of these ancient symbols. This book delves into their transliteration from epigraphy and literary-standard Old English, exploring the names and associations of each rune in light of the Old English Rune Poem.
A selection of runic inscriptions is examined, allowing readers to gain a solid grasp of the principles of transliteration and interpretation, as well as an appreciation for the complexities involved. By studying this book, you'll develop a deeper understanding of these enigmatic symbols and their place in the history of English language.