Of People and Plants: The Autobiography of Europe's Most Celebrated Herbal Healer

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Of People and Plants: The Autobiography of Europe's Most Celebrated Herbal Healer
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Maurice Messegue
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:336
Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 137
Category/GenreComplementary therapies, healing and health
Herbs
ISBN/Barcode 9780892814374
ClassificationsDewey:B
Audience
General
Illustrations Ill.; Ill.

Publishing Details

Publisher Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Imprint Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Publication Date 13 January 2000
Publication Country United States

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"