Smith, Alice
The Physick Garden: Ancient Cures for Modern Maladies
- ISBN 13:
- 9780711266339
- author:
- Smith, Alice
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 20.8 x 16 x 2.4 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Gardening, Herbs,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Physick Garden Ancient Cures for Modern Maladies by Alice Smith is a fascinating exploration of the medicinal properties of plants. This beautifully illustrated book delves into the curious world of herbal remedies, revealing how plants have been used to heal and cure across different cultures and generations. From the brain to the bowels, The Physick Garden introduces 80 plants with remarkable medicinal pasts. With striking illustrations and engaging stories, this book sheds light on the often-surprising history behind these treatments. Discover the surprising uses of comfrey for healing broken bones, the potential risks of Italian Renaissance women using belladonna, and more. This captivating book invites you to explore the world of ancient cures and modern maladies, where the boundaries between folklore, old wives' tales, and modern medicine blur.
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