{"title":"Books by Edred Thorsson","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781578636525","title":"The Big Book of Runes and Rune Magic","description":"\u003cb\u003eA complete in-depth guide to the ancient runic alphabet and its use in communicating with the gods, in divination, and in magical work.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e American runologist Edred Thorsson provides a complete introduction to the world of runes f\u003cb\u003eor beginners and enthusiasts alike\u003c\/b\u003e. Thorsson's presentation of this powerful system provides a valuable tool for self-development and spiritual transformation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis comprehensive guide is suitable to those new to the runes as well as for long-time practitioners\u003c\/b\u003e. It includes: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn introduction to the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark\u003c\/b\u003e along with an explanation of their definitions and mystical properties \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e An exploration of \u003cb\u003ethe historical lore of runes\u003c\/b\u003e, with reference to archaeological evidence to explain where the runes come from, what they mean, and how they evolved \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe hidden, esoteric dimension of runes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe cosmology of the Old Norse meanings of the runes\u003c\/b\u003e to help explain the role they played and how they were used over time \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Specific explanation on \u003cb\u003erune magic, divination, rune poems, and runic numerology\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This comprehensive guide also includes Instructions on how to make your own runes and imbue them with numinous power, arrange the optimum setting for a rune reading, and prepare yourself psychologically and spiritually for casting the runes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This book includes material drawn from some of the author's previous books—\u003ci\u003eFuthark, Runelore,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eRunecaster's Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e—as well as new additions and revisions by the author.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56304718381429,"sku":"9781578636525","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781578636525_5fbe010c-f83f-45e0-9244-886db1c81042.jpg?v=1786034228"},{"product_id":"9781620557259","title":"Rune Might","description":"A practical handbook to the history, exercises, and techniques of German rune work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Although the rune renaissance began blossoming in Anglo-American occult circles in the 1970s, the runes have been part of the occult revival in Germany since its beginning in the late 19th century, with roots that go back centuries further. Exploring the history of esoteric runology and the work of the trailblazers of modern rune magic, including Guido von List, Friedrich Bernhard Marby, and Rudolf John Gorsleben, author Edred Thorsson details the secret practices and runic systems of the German rune magicians, including techniques for using runes in unprecedented ways to draw power into your life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Thorsson explores all four of the traditional runic systems: the Older Futhark (24 runes), the Anglo-Frisian Futhorc (29-33 runes), the Younger Futhark (16 runes), and the Armanic Futhork (18 runes), developed by Guido von List.\u003cbr\u003e ​\u003cbr\u003e Providing an extensive practical section, Thorsson details powerful runework techniques and exercises, including rune yoga and dance, runic hand gestures (mudras), rune singing (mantras), rune yodeling, runic healing, runic tantra and sex magic, group rites with runes, and two powerful methods of engaging transpersonal powers: the Ritual of the Ninth Night and the Ritual of the Grail Cup. He also explores runic divination, the runic theory of crystals, runic symbolism in medieval German buildings, and runic material from the documents of the Fraternitas Saturni, the Brotherhood of Saturn.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e By immersing yourself in the world of the runic pioneers and the practices they designed, you will emerge with a deeper understanding of runes as well as the magical world from which they emanate.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56304729031029,"sku":"9781620557259","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781620557259_d7876658-7679-41a2-b757-cf9afd15625e.jpg?v=1786023731"},{"product_id":"9781578631360","title":"The Runecaster's Handbook","description":"A manual on the art of casting the runes by a leading expert on ancient divination practices.   From the author of the bestselling Futhark: A Handbook of Rune Magic and Runelore comes the foundational handbook on rune work, a practical manual for novice and adept alike. A well-known expert on this ancient divinatory art, Edred Thorsson shows how you can create and cast your own runes.   The word rune means “mystery.” Casting the runes enables the runecaster to penetrate the mystery of the relationship between the gods and humans. Based on the same ancient glyphs that have been used for centuries to preserve that connection between mortal and divine, Thorsson traces the evolution of runecasting, showing its historical, spiritual, and cosmological significance. In the Runecaster's Handbook, he teaches you how to divine your own fate, as well as the fate of those around you, and guides you on a journey of merging your internal and external environments to truly learn the runecaster’s art.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56312628248949,"sku":"9781578631360","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781578631360_3e2b5b47-39d8-4b0d-a56b-994cc85297af.jpg?v=1786023445"},{"product_id":"9781578637003","title":"Futhark","description":"A new, updated edition of the essential guide to the practice of the runes as a magical tool for spiritual development.   In Futhark, rune master Edred Thorsson reinitiates us into our heritage, explaining the mysteries of a profound system of thought and practice that underlies our developing Western culture.   Futhark covers both the spiritual heritage of ancient runic lore and the practical steps we can take to draw on rune power. This complete book of rune instruction includes rune history and lore, its basis in metaphysical thought and mysticism, complete definitions of the twenty-four runes of the Elder Futhark, and the etymology, phonetic value, and interpretation of each rune. The reader will learn how to perform chants and rituals using runic energy, how to sign and send runes, and how to practice runic meditation. The author’s presentation of this powerful system is lucid and profound, and provides a valuable tool for spiritual transformation and self-development.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56312628871541,"sku":"9781578637003","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781578637003_b90508f4-a422-4cda-a971-f9cb02eda9a7.jpg?v=1786023499"},{"product_id":"runelore","title":"Runelore","description":"\u003cb\u003eCombines folklore, linguistics, and the history of religion and magic to provide an invaluable introduction to casting and deciphering the hidden teachings of the runes. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten by leading rune scholar Edred Thorsson, author of the bestselling \u003ci\u003eFuthark\u003c\/i\u003e and many other books on rune lore and divination practice, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRunelore\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is an indispensable text for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of the runes and the runic alphabet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn important addition to any magical practitioner’s library, the extensive scholarship of the history and greater role of runes in our own magical awareness will appeal to students of the occult, history, and folklore alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRunelore\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, you will learn about:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRune Magic and Divination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunic Codes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunic Numerology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Odhinic Pantheon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplanations of the Runic Mysteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivine Patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJungian Symbolism and Runic Psychology\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57573197939061,"sku":"9780877286677","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780877286677.jpg?v=1789395872"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-edred-thorsson.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}