Whether it's herbal courses, workshops, or self-study with a great herbal, there's always something to learn in this green world!
I am excited to share some of my most favourite herbal books with you. I confess that I probably own 100+ herbals but I have picked out
20+ wonderful herbals just for you!
Purchase the ones that call to you (at your local bookseller or via the affiliate Amazon link included) and please don't blame me if they ALL are calling out.. "pick me" (lol)
Of course, I'll start with with my dear friend and mentor, Rosemary Gladstar, who has written many wonderful books.
I have them all, and they are constant companions.
This was the first one -- I had called Sage Mountain to inquire about Rosemary's course and guess who answered the phone? Rosemary herself! We had a delightful chat and I ordered this book from her, on the spot: It's been republished and the cover has changed and it's not easy to find, always, but it's a treasure!
Available here
Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide: 33 Healing Herbs to Know, Grow, and Use
Available here
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For those who want to learn all about specific remedies and recipes to help with herbs and children's needs, this is an excellent
small herbal, packed with info!
Herbs for Children's Health: How to Make and Use Gentle Herbal Remedies for Soothing Common Ailments
Available here
For a specific herbal remedies and ideas for men's health, this informative book is a super one to have on hand!
Available here
There are many more of these classics by Rosemary but I had to share this one before I move along to more authors:
Rosemary Gladstar's Herbs for the Home Medicine Chest (Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Remedies)
Such a great book.. packed with practical ideas.. A must in every home to ensure we are becoming self-reliant!!
Available here
FIRE CIDER ~ 101 ZESTY recipes for Health-boosting remedies made with Apple Cider Vinegar
by Rosemary Gladstar + friends!
This is a special one for me.. as I had the chance to contribute to it. It's truly a fantastic collection of stories, lore and recipes.. each and every one.. easy to make + tastier than the next!
Hope you'll check it out!
available here.
Carol and Rosemary @ International Herb Symposium
Check out these fabulous Herbal Books:
These books are all well-read and longtime companions. If you're at all like me.. you will find that certain styles of teaching
are more interesting than others. I tend to gravitate towards 'practical traditional herbalism' ~
Illustrated straightforward and information that is use-able! Of course, I have many more books..
and many very clinical, more 'medicinal' herbals, but these are some of the best herb books for the home herbalist -- in my opinion.
I hope you will dive into some of these and enjoy them just as much as I do!!!! Happy reading!!!
Herbalist Kami McBride has written one of my favourite herbals with lots of fantastic recipes and
ideas for helping us to use herbs in the kitchen. Kitchen medicine is an important topic .
The Herbal Kitchen: Bring Lasting Health to You and Your Family with 50 Easy-to-Find Common Herbs and Over 250 Recipes
Available here
Here's a classic from famed Wise Woman herbalist, Susun Weed :
Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Years
Available here.
Susun Weed examines Breast Health.. in this very thorough study of an important topic:
Breast Cancer? Breast Health!
Available here
And for those of us with an interest in improved and better health during the menopausal years, this book can be a true blessing:
Menopausal Years: The Wise Woman Way
Available here.
Annie McIntyre is an amazing herbalist based in the U.K. ~ I have taken so many classes from her, over the years, I've become an unofficial 'groupie'.
Anne is a phenomenal teacher and friend and her many books span a wide range of topics in herbal medicine. I probably have most of them in my library!
The Complete Woman's Herbal: A Manual of Healing Herbs and Nutrition for Personal Well-being and and Family care.
Available here
I've been a big fan of Ayurveda ~ this book is a comprehensive guide that explores the Indian healing system of Ayurveda,
from its origins in ancient Vedic scriptures to Ayurveda as practiced today. It's definitely a 'go to' when I need an Ayurvedic reference.
It is a fascinating ancient healing art. Anne has devoted many years to the study of Ayurveda and explains it well in ways that help
the 'western mind' to begin to understand this special healing system.
The Ayurveda Bible: The Definitive Guide to Ayurvedic Healing
Available here.
Here's a delightful herbal packed with great information about herbs I use every day + delicious recipes.
Rosalee de la Foret is devoted to sharing good ways to use the herbs in our midst in ways that will make you happy!
Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies That Heal
Available here
Another wonderful herbal packed with super tasty ideas for the home herbalist by Colleen Codekas ~ inspired recipes
that are definite favourites in my home!
Available here
For those who want to make their own herbal medicine. James Green takes us through the process from garden to the many aspects
of herbal medicine and remedy making.
The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook: A Home Manual
Available here
Definitely another wonderful 'friend' in my library, is written by Rosalee de la Foret and Emily Han~~ two herbgals
who share some delicious ideas!
Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine
Available here.
This classic is an amazing perspective by famed herbalist Matthew Wood.
The Book of Herbal Wisdom: Using Plants as Medicine
Available here
Definitely a well respected herbal with a focus on Antivirals -- very pertinent in today's world. Stephen Harrod Buhner
published this book many years ago and the 2nd edition recently.
Herbal Antivirals, Natural Remedies for Emerging & Resistant Viral Infections (2nd edition)
Available here
There's another great book by same author, "Herbal Antibiotics: Natural Alternative for Treating Drug-Resistant Bacteria"
Available here
One of my favourite herbalists, David Winston, has written a classic book about the special category of herbs known as Adapogens.
Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina and Stress Relief
Available here
From my friend + culinary Herbalist Pat Crocker
A favourite for sure with lots of recipes -- I love this book + use it often!
Here.
From one of my favourite friends who is also herbalist with a flair for flavour!!
by Susan Belsinger
available online here.
Holistic Cancer Care:
An Herbal Approach to Reducing Cancer Risk, Helping Patients Thrive during Treatment, and Minimizing Recurrence
by Chanchal Cabrera Medical Herbalist here
Chanchal has been a medical herbalist in practice for 35+ years + for the last 20 years she has specialized in cancer care/oncology. This book is excellent for patients + caregivers + herbalists who want to learn from her.
I took a course with Chanchal + highly recommend her expertise + her work.
The Complete Herbal Tutor : The Ideal Companion for Study and Practice
by Annie McIntyre
Annie is one of my favourite people in the world. She is the author of many winning herbals! There is the original here.. and the updated, expanded version.
Revised + Expanded edition 2019-- Available here
This book is packed with super fun botanical skincare projects!! It's very well done!
DIY Bitters: Reviving the Forgotten Flavor - A Guide to Making Your Own Bitters for Bartenders, Cocktail Enthusiasts, Herbalists, and More
I love this book! It's one of my favourite sources for DIY bitters !!!
Available here
** SOME PLANT ID BOOKS **
an important part of our libraries!!
Weeds of North America
Weeds of the Northern U.S. and Canada: A Guide for Identification
Eat the Weeds: A Forager's Guide to Identifying and Harvesting 295 Wild Foods
Edible Wild Plants: A North American Field Guide to Over 200 Natural Foods
I've had this one for years.. It's a favourite!
Edible and Medicinal Plants of Canada
There are SO many more 'delicious' herbals to make you swoon with the pleasure of learning about our green allies..
I will share some more soon and HOPE that you really find some treasures of your own here --
I'd LOVE to hear about your own personal faves.. Just share in the comments or email me --> carol@studiobotanica.com
Sincerely.. I love herbal books! DO leave a comment! There may be a book I don't have yet!!
Here's to our health. Here's to all of us becoming more self - reliant with the help of our green nations.
Until next time, Carol xo
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