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"Whether collecting specimens along the banks of the Hudson River, lecturing before a class of rapt medical students, or breaking the fever of a young Philip Hamilton, David Hosack was an American visionary who has been too long forgotten. Alongside other towering figures of the post-Revolutionary generation, he took the reins of a nation. In unearthing the dramatic story of his life, [the author] offers a lush depiction of the man who gave a new...
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Pub. Date
1996.
Language
English
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Herbal medicine is enjoying a much deserved revival with more and more people turning to its safe, natural remedies which are free from harmful side-effects. The most comprehensive and authoritative guide available, this herbal offers clear, step-by-step advice on the use of herbal medicine for the safe treatment of a wide range of complaints. Its unique holistic approach enables you to restore and maintain wellbeing by treating the body as a whole....
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Publisher
Bonanza books
Pub. Date
[1966]
Language
English
Description
A wealth of information on the uses of herbs by homemakers of the past through more than 500 authentic recipes as they appeared in their original sources. The recipes cover the use of herbs for medicinal, culinary, cosmetic, and other purposes, from making vegetable and meat dishes to dyes and insecticides. 113 black-and-white illustrations.
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Publisher
Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
[1978]
Language
English
Description
First-ever revision of a classic guidebook. Information on each plant's characteristics, distribution, and medicinal qualities as well as updated taxonomy and 15 new species. How to identify and use wild plants for medicinal purposes.
13) Herbal
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Putnam
Pub. Date
1965.
Language
English
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Describes many of the ancient and modern uses of and beliefs about various medicinal plants. Includes history, information fromold herbals, and quotations from literature. Illustrated with sixteenth century woodcuts.
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Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"The botanical bible combines art, science, and the insights of internationally renowned plant experts to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and vitality of our botanical world. An elegant and comprehensive introduction to everything there is to know about flowers and plants, The botanical bible covers the history of horticulture, the evolution of the plant kingdom, basic botany, and much more. Readers will learn not only how to garden and forage in...
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Publisher
Yale University Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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An enchanting, beautifully illustrated guide to the seasonal plants used as herbal remedies over the ages. From sweet violets in spring to rosemary in winter, via marigolds, sage, elderberries and hops, every season has its own bounty of herbs and plants. Christina Hart-Davies presents a delightful introduction to common plants as they appear throughout the year. Drawing on writers, storytellers and poets from across the centuries, she examines the...
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