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Discovering The Folklore of Plants

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Discovering The Folklore of Plants
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Margaret Baker
SeriesShire Discovering
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:168
Dimensions(mm): Height 177,Width 113
Category/GenrePlants
ISBN/Barcode 9780747801788
ClassificationsDewey:398.242
Audience
General
Illustrations 1 col

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Shire Publications
Publication Date 3 December 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

To primitive man the whisper and movement of leaves and the silent unfolding of flowers were proofs of life and power, and their regeneration was a promise of nature's continuity. Cures, magic, divination and portents were all connected with the rich variety of available plant life, especially in verdant Britain. Some of these beliefs were astonishingly long-lasting and, even if an altered or faded form, have survived the sophistications of modern life, as this book sets out to show. This volume is arranged in alphabetical order and is illustrated with engravings from old herbals.

Author Biography

Margaret Baker