Runes have been used to forecast the future since Viking times. With this practical guide, modern rune casters can tap into this powerful oracle to bring about self-understanding and positive life changes. Everything beginners need to know is here, including how to make a set of rune stones, draw or cast the stones and lay them out, interpret the runes, and keep a rune journal. A detailed, illustrated reference section explains the meaning of the 24 ancient symbols and shows them at work in sample spreads and readings. With each analysis, beginners sharpen their intuition as the runes reveal all: hidden talents, answers to health and financial questions, solutions to daily challenges, and ways to find your dream partner.