The Talking Forest: Tree Runes for a New Millennium

The Talking Forest is a new and unique array of runes that mirror the elegance and vitality of our trees: guardians of field and forest, stream and street. Within this book, you will discover the fascinating history, mythology and spiritual significance of each of the plants represented in this novel array.

Enter the Talking Forest and meet stately Tuliptree, stalwart Pine, alluring Rose, and many other tree spirits. Read how Beech helped us on the road to literacy, why Elm is often associated with misfortune, why Larch is the shaman’s tree and other intriguing details. Learn to read the runes using three novel layout methods created by the author. Let the runes and their influences help guide you through life’s many stages.

Now more than ever, the wisdom, healing energy and spiritual guidance of our native trees can help the reader reach a more harmonious inner life. An innovative runic array that actually captures the image and character of these majestic and essential beings will be enjoyed by pagans and anyone who loves trees. Templates for this 42-rune system are included within the book for readers to create their own set for personal use.