{"product_id":"the-encyclopedia-of-herbs-and-herbalism-stuart","title":"The Encyclopedia of Herbs and Herbalism by Malcolm Stuart","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn Illustrated Reference To Herbs And Their Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e - Corners worn with laminate lifting at the top corners, edge rubbing, and light surface marks on the white covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdited by Malcolm Stuart, this illustrated encyclopedia explores herbs through their history, botanical characteristics and varied uses. Introductory sections consider the development of herbalism, the biology and chemistry of plants, and traditional medicinal, culinary, domestic and cosmetic applications. Practical material addresses cultivation, collection and preservation, while an extensive reference section introduces individual plants with illustrations and descriptive information. The book brings these subjects together to show how herbs have occupied many roles in gardens, households and cultural traditions. Intended for readers who want a broad overview as well as entries to consult, it combines plant reference material with an account of the ideas and practices associated with herbalism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Value Junction ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68341246263508,"sku":"TVJ-036964","price":11.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/3059\/2980\/files\/TVJ-036964-1.jpg?v=1794222457","url":"https:\/\/thevaluejunction.co.nz\/products\/the-encyclopedia-of-herbs-and-herbalism-stuart","provider":"The Value Junction ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}