Bill Griffiths (1) (1948–2007)

An excellent work on the role that magic played in Anglo-Saxon life. There are excerpt translations from various sources on different matters, such as dreams, runes, etc.

This book is well worth reading for an historical perspective on magic - if you have read The Way of Wyrd by Brian Bates this will interest you - and Mr Griffiths conclusions are well thought out. There are excellent footnotes and a sturdy bibliography.

I cannot recommend this book enough.

Not particularly easy going, but worth the effort - Griffiths assumes knowledge on the part of his readers but even as new to the field, there is much to be learned here.