The Complete Folk Herbal: An Illustrated Guide to Natural Remedies and Everyday Healing - Hardcover
The Complete Folk Herbal: An Illustrated Guide to Natural Remedies and Everyday Healing - Hardcover
by Rebecca Beyer (Author)
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.
Author Biography
Rebecca Beyer founded the Blood and Spicebush School of Old Craft. She holds a bachelor of science in plant and soil science from the University of Vermont and a master's in Appalachian studies and sustainability from Appalachian State University. She lives in the mountains of Western North Carolina, where she manages a homestead and teaches traditional witchcraft, foraging, and Appalachian folk medicine.
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