The Illustrated Herb Encyclopedia

Kathi Keville

The Illustrated Herb Encyclopedia is a complete guide to the fascinating world of herbs.  This beautifully illustrated volume contains entries for over 140 herbs, each packed with information, including the herbs’s history, its physical characteristics and the requirements for its cultivation.  Equally fascinating, and practical, are the descriptions of how each herb is used in cooking, medicine, and cosmetics.  The Illustrated Herb Encyclopedia also suggests ways in which herbs can enhance your daily life, from the many delicious recipes utilizing herbs to ideas for herbal crafts to directions for a herbal bath.  A compendium of herbal lore and knowledge, filled with beautiful illustrations and photographs, The Illustrated Herb Encyclopedia is practical, fascinating, and a pleasure to read.