For over a thousand years, the runes of northern Europe have carried more than sounds — each one held a name, an image, and a little poem of its own. The Rune Poems gather this ancient wisdom into one clear, modern-English edition. Here the cattle of Feoh, the storm of Thurs, the ship of Rad, and the sun of Sigel speak again in verses at once homely and mysterious, drawn faithfully from the Anglo-Saxon, Norwegian, and Icelandic originals. This edition places each poem in its historical and spiritual setting, explains the runes in order, and reflects on the themes of fortune, hardship, nature, and the sacred that wind through the stanzas. Whether you come as a student of the old north, a lover of early poetry, or a seeker of quiet wisdom, these verses invite you to read slowly and listen deeply. Part of The World Scriptures Library.