Of People and Plants: The Autobiography of Europe's Most Celebrated Herbal Healer
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Of People and Plants: The Autobiography of Europe's Most Celebrated Herbal Healer
By (Author) Maurice Messegue
Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Inner Traditions Bear and Company
13th January 2000
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Complementary therapies, healing and health
Gardening: plants and cultivation guides
B
Physical Properties
Paperback
336
1g
Description
Of People and Plants is a combination of colorful anecdotes from Messeque's life and detailed information about the use of specific plants in treating a wide variety of ailments. Its comprehensive appendices describe Messeque's preparations for the principal chronic diseases and provide recommendations for the seasonal and nutritional use of plants for optimal health. Instructions are also given for growing beneficial herbs and vegetables and for gathering wild medicinal plants. This autobiography, flavored both by Messeque's rich French heritage and by the depth of his knowledge of native plant medicine, will be a fascinating addition to any herbal library.
Reviews
"From simple peasant to highly respected healer, Messegue walks us through his world with grace, honesty, and humility."-- "Northeast Herb Association"
