Barnes, Michael P.
Runes: a Handbook
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783276974
- author:
- Barnes, Michael P.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- The Boydell Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 23.9 x 16.8 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Medieval, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Runes: A Handbook by Michael P. Barnes provides a comprehensive introduction to the history, use, and interpretation of runes. This book offers a clear and accessible survey of runes, from their origins in the Mediterranean to their eventual decline. It also covers modern uses of runes and explores topics such as encoded texts and the history of runic research. The book delves into the world of runes, revealing their significance as an alphabetic form of writing used by Germanic peoples. From memorials to everyday messages, runes were carved into various surfaces, including stone, wood, and metal. The author explains how runes were used in different languages, including Anglo-Saxon and Scandinavian idioms. With its clear and concise approach, Runes: A Handbook is an ideal resource for those seeking to understand the history and significance of runes.
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