Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine (DK Natural Health): The Definitive Home Reference Guide to 550 Key Herbs With All Their Uses As Remedies for Common Ailments Hardcover – 15 Nov. 2000

I've bought many copies of this wonderfully readable and easy to understand book, as it is such a beautifully illustrated and comprehensive introduction to Herbal Medicine. When friends and relatives have shown interest in learning more about my field, this book has always been my 1st choice as an introduction for them. Chevallier gives just enough scientific research to back up his claims but sadly does not reference these well, which limits this books usability for students. However, Chevallier is established enough to stand as a reference himself having earned the accolade of "Fellow" of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists, founded in 1864.The comprehensive and detailed illustrations throughout serve as an invaluable aid to recognising and identifying many of the plants which are included, and the section "Herbal Remedies for Home Use" makes the knowledge accessible to everyone who cares to try some simple remedies. Thoroughly recommended and excellent value for money too.

This book is brilliant. I purchased it for my chemical / remedy loving husband and was thrilled with the content and detail contained within the book. If you are interested in herbal medicines or natural cures this book is for you. The photographs and detail are incredible. I can not recommend this book enough.

A high quality and informative encyclopedia, excellent for anyone wishing to understand herbal medicine, whether you just want to grow herbs, or use them this book will help.

a great serious introduction to herbal medicine where you can try home remedies on common ailments

This book is beautifully illustrated. This doesnt distract from the fact that it is also very practical to use. Full of sound advice.I love it and know that it will be in my possesion for a long long time and may eventualy be handed down through the family, who are all interested in herbal medicine.

One of the best books I have purchased. If you want to learn how to make your own meds, or pick me ups, then this is a brilliant book to buy.

Good general book

great!