Book Reviews

A book suggestion for those who like a good novel, but also want to read herb related subjects.

From the author of 100 Herbs of Power, Herbalist John E. Smith takes a look at the use of food and herbs as medicine in different cultures.

This book was written by a Western medical doctor who then trained with the college of Integrated Chinese Medicine, and subsequently devised a study course for the students of that school – the intention is to bridge the gap between the two styles of medicine, and to build as many connections as possible to facilitate communication between Western and complementary (the term alternative is not used) practitioners. It…

Some of the plants will be familiar to most herbalists – nasturtium, artichoke and goji berry.

It is amazing how much information has been packed into this little book.

Monkey (published in 1592) is considered to be one of the Four Classic Novels of Chinese Literature.

Classical Herbalist John E. Smith’s New Book Discusses the Power and Tradition of Herbs

The first ever practical guide to the growing, gathering, and preserving of medicinal herbs for a working dispensary.

A practical, accessible and insightful handbook on reading the eye.

Aromatherapy – A Practical Approach (Second Edition) – Vicki Pitman

A beautifully illustrated guide on how to understand and engage with medicinal herbs.