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Just outside your doorstep or kitchen window, hidden beneath a tall pine tree or twining through porch latticework, a wild and weedy apothecary waits to be discovered.
Herbalist Doreen Shababy shares her deep, abiding love for the earth and its gifts in this collection of herbal wisdom that represents a lifetime of work in the forest, field, and kitchen. This herbalism guidebook is jam-packed with dozens of tasty recipes and natural remedies, including Glorious Garlic and Artichoke Dip, Sunny Oatmeal Crepes, Candied Catnip Leaves, Lavender Lemonade, Roseberry Tea, Garlic Tonic, Parsnip Hair Conditioner, and Dream Charms made with Mugwort.
A sampling of the herbal lore, legend, and instruction found within these pages:
The difference between sweet-faced flowers and flowers with attitudeHow to assemble a well-stocked pantryThe importance of gratitudePlant-spirit communication basicsHow to use local wild herbsHow to make poultices, teas, tinctures, balms, and extracts
Praise:
“Those who dare delve into this book may emerge with catnip on their breath, mud on their knees, wild fruit juices on their hands, and a mysterious, satisfied smile―the very image of a wild and weedy woman. Come on!”―Susun S. Weed, wild woman herbalist
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Publisher : Llewellyn Publications
Publication date : February 8, 2010
Edition : 1st
Language : English
Print length : 384 pages
ISBN-10 : 0738719072
ISBN-13 : 978-0738719078
Item Weight : 1.1 pounds
Dimensions : 6 x 0.88 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,022,420 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #639 in Herb, Spice & Condiment Cooking #1,648 in Herbal Remedies (Books)
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Customers find the book full of useful information, with one noting how its methodology and wisdom remain applicable today. Moreover, the book is readable and fun to read, featuring good recipes and excellent herbal content. Additionally, customers appreciate its alphabetical organization.
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