The Complete Folk Herbal: An Illustrated Guide to Natural Remedies and Everyday Healing

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Synopsis
A definitive, beautifully illustrated guide to the folklore, history, and everyday utility of nearly 100 plants, trees, and shrubs.Reconnect with the wisdom of the land through this comprehensive guide from forager and ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer. Richly illustrated and deeply researched, The Complete Folk Herbal celebrates nearly 100 plants, each one steeped in story, tradition, and healing power. Inside you&’ll find: - Detailed plant profiles covering origins, physical appearance, folklore, traditional uses, and modern applications. - Everyday remedies for headaches, burns, fatigue, insomnia, menstrual pain, and dozens of other common complaints. - Practical recipes for teas, tinctures, decoctions, salves, balms, and more. - Sustainable foraging practices that emphasize ethical harvesting and mindful stewardship of the earth&’s resources. Accessible yet encyclopedic, The Complete Folk Herbal is both a reference and an invitation to deepen your relationship with plants, honor the traditions of folk healing, and embark on a lifelong journey of herbal wisdom.
Copyright:
2025

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Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
384 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781668044308
Related ISBNs:
9781668044292
Publisher:
S&S/Simon Element
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Copyrighted By:
Rebecca Beyer
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Reference, Health, Mind and Body, Home and Garden
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Bookshare Staff
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This is a copyrighted book.

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