The Complete Language Of Herbs A Definitive And Illustrated History - Pocket Edition

Binding: Hardcover
Description: Discover the meanings powers facts and folklore for over 500 herbs and spices in The Complete Language of Herbs now in a pocket - size edition for easy on - the - go reference. Along with a beautiful visual depiction each entry provides the herb or spice's scientific and common names characteristics and historic meanings and powers from mythology medieval legends folklore and flower poetry. Did you know that allspice can be added to herbal mixtures to attract money or luck? Or that sprinkling arrowroot at the doors of your home will keep guests negative energy from entering? Reaching the height of popularity during the Victorian era floriographies dictionaries of symbolic flower meanings were an amusing pastime and art to subtly communicate unspoken emotions. To complement the success of The Complete Language of Flowers author S. Theresa Dietz has scoured historic sources and compiled an equally beautiful compendium in The Complete Language of Herbs revealing the secrets and powers of hundreds of common and forgotten herbs and spices from around the world. Together with stunning full - color illustrations and two indexes one for searching by common herb and spice name and the other organized by meaning this beautiful reference is a must - have for gardeners chefs party planners and food enthusiasts.
Title: The Complete Language Of Herbs A Definitive And Illustrated History - Pocket Edition
Author(s): Dietz S. Theresa
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group Usa Inc
Barcode: 9781577154129
Pages: 256 Pages, 100+ Color Photos
Publication Date: 2/6/2024
Category: Gardening: Plants