Herbal  Books

  As you can see, this section is undergoing a revamp, so please forgive the dust! *L* And due to the fact that Amazon.com has the right to change the prices for the books without any notice to me, you will find none listed. Simply click on the link to bring up another browser that will give you price and shipping information. Below you will find medicinal and magical herbals that I highly recommend.

 

  The Way of Herbs: fully Updated
By Michael Tierra
Paperback : Pocket Books

An absolutely wonderful, extremely comprehensive book on the use of herbs for various medicinal purposes.  Not only does it provide the novice with the basic definitions of various preparations, what herbs are good for what types of ailments, etc., it also provides you with a basic working knowledge of how to make each preparation outlined.  While occasionally a bit on the technical side, still.. it is an invaluable book for any herbal library. And this updated version (which usually ships within 24 hours) is even more user friendly than the first.

 

  Herbs for Health and Healing Kathy Keville with Peter Korn Paperback : Rodale Press

An extremely user - friendly, very practical and safe approach to herbal remedies.  She includes such things as potential interactions of certain herbs with prescription drugs as well as what herbs will work well with medications you may already be taking.  And I can personally attest that her section on women's complaints is top notch.

 

  Back to Eden : The Classic Guide to... Paperback : Published by Lotus Light Revised Edition ; 1989

Nothing like an old tried and true, and it comes highly recommended by the Lady who trained me.  A very practical book to have around the house.

Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs : Scott Cunningham Paperback : Published by Llewellyn Publications

Need a full guide of the magical properties of herbs?  Having a problem finding a particular herb because the folk name you have is different from what is on the herb shelf?  Want to know what planet rules the plant you're working with?  Then this is the book for you.  With everything from a folk name cross reference, detailed information on the magical properties of each herb (with planetary rulerships) to a quick reference on which herb would work great with a certain type of spell, there's not much that man didn't cover.  An absolute must for any magical library.  

Magical Herbalism : The Secret of the Wise Scott Cunningham Paperback : Published by Llewellyn Publications  

Okay; you've got the Encyclopedia.  But it's so big!  And we all know there are times when you're in the middle of a big spell and just want a quick reference.  For those times, this is the perfect book.  While it contains many highlights from the encyclopedia, it also contains valuable information not covered in the previous book.  Also, it is a great way to introduce a friend to the basics.

The Complete Book of Incense, Oils & Brews Scott Cunningham Paperback : Published by Llewellyn Publications    

Okay;  you have the encyclopedia.  You even have the quick reference (I told you it would come in handy!) Now what??  Well, time to put them to creative use!  I mean, it's great when you can walk into an occult supply store and buy pre made oils and incense, just made for that particular spell you have in mind.  But, let's face it folks... not all of us live in areas where such stores are accessible : in some places I've been to, they'd be bombed for having the audacity to set up shop!  Not too mention that while we'd all like to believe that fellow practitioners are upstanding honest folk.. that is definitely not always the case.  So, it may be bast to learn to make some of those supplies you need all on your own.  And this book is a great help toward that end.  

    Well, folks... that's the list for now.  A little of both, and enough for many.  The books cover the basics of both sides of herbalism.  And, hey.. don't stop there!  If you really have an interest in the use of what Mother Earth has provided for your needs.. study everything you can.  And please (I can never stress this enough) remember that herbs are like anything else on this planet : something that can be used to help, but if misused, can harm.  Research as much as you can before ingesting any herbal remedy, and do everything in moderation!!!!!!

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