The Meaning of Herbs: Myth, Language & Lore

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Synopsis
The fascinating history and uses of these versatile botanicals through the ages, from love potions to self-care—from the authors of The Meaning of Flowers. &“Take borage for courage. Send a bouquet of yarrow to declare war. Hang a sprig of rue at the door to keep witches at bay.&” Like flowers, herbs are steeped in myth and magic, secrets and lore. For centuries, their powers have been called upon to seduce lovers and dispel witches, send hidden messages and brew potent elixirs, entice the palate and soothe the mind. Illustrated with enchanting collages by acclaimed artist Ann Field, this delightful tribute to the meaning and magic of herbs offers a contemporary introduction to an age-old tradition. The text draws on botanical, mythological, and historical sources worldwide, from ancient Rome to Victorian England, from Asia to the Americas, presenting profiles of over fifty herbs favored through the ages. Blending fact, folktale, natural history, and original art, The Meaning of Herbs explores the language and lore of nature&’s most versatile and powerful gifts.
Copyright:
2001

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
108 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781452140919
Related ISBNs:
9780811830317
Publisher:
Chronicle Books LLC
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Ann Field, Gretchen Scoble
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Reference, Health, Mind and Body, Home and Garden, Outdoors and Nature, Social Studies
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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