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Report copyright infringementby Rebecca Beyer (Author)A definitive, beautifully illustrated guide to the folklore, history, and everyday utility of nearly 100 plants, trees, and shrubs. Reconnect with the wisdom of the land through this comprehensive guide from forager and ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer. Richly illustrated and deeply researched, The Complete Folk Herbal celebrates nearly 100 plants, each one steeped in story, tradition, and healing power. Inside you'll find: - Detailed plant profiles covering origins, physical appearance, folklore, traditional uses, and modern applications. - Everyday remedies for headaches, burns, fatigue, insomnia, menstrual pain, and dozens of other common complaints. - Practical recipes for teas, tinctures, decoctions, salves, balms, and more. - Sustainable foraging practices that emphasize ethical harvesting and mindful stewardship of the earth's resources. Accessible yet encyclopedic, The Complete Folk Herbal is both a reference and an invitation to deepen your relationship with plants, honor the traditions of folk healing, and embark on a lifelong journey of herbal wisdom.Author BiographyRebecca Beyer founded the Blood and Spicebush School of Old Craft. She holds a bachelor of science in plant and soil science from the University of Vermont and a master's in Appalachian studies and sustainability from Appalachian State University. She lives in the mountains of Western North Carolina, where she manages a homestead and teaches traditional witchcraft, foraging, and Appalachian folk medicine. Number of Pages: 384 Dimensions: 1.2 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: October 07, 2025

Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth Ashley (Author)Some reviews of this book.Having had a sneak preview of this book I think it will be a valuable reference tool for those who are just getting into the industry and those like myself who trained a long time ago! Liz writes in an easy read style which is almost like you are having a conversation in the room with her.Sue Mousley - Former Chairman of The International Federation of Aromatherapists Less than 300 ebook length pages.?... a 'complete guide' ? No.- highly unlikely ... well that's what I thought until I read my free preview copy. I qualified as an holistic aromatherapist 14 years ago and have a considerable library of essential oil/ massage/ complementary therapy related books. This is an easy to read, well-informed book that any 'newbie' with an interest in oils will find fascinating - it is engaging in content and style and will ensure that interest is piqued... For someone who has used oils for a number of years, it is a perfect 'go to' single volume that is crammed with easily findable notes on oils AND conditions. Well done Elizabeth Ashley - you have found, and filled, a gap in a market which is increasingly crammed with poorly written, poorly researched books that are aimed at mass appeal rather than enlightening readers about aromatherapy's true potential for healing!!!Clare Ella- Professional Aromatherapist Let me ask you.... What's the most important thing you are looking for from your book about aromatherapy and essential oils? Clear advice from an expert in their field? An easy to navigate guide? Comprehensive data of many oils and how to use them? Value for money? It seems to me that you may fit into one of three categories: A complete beginner to essential oils who wants to learn how to treat themselves and their family safely. A student or professional aromatherapist looking to grow their, already ample, aromatherapy bookshelf A distributor for an aromatherapy multi level marketing company such as Young Living or Doterra who wants to better understand their product and improve their sales potential Am I right? This book, written by a professional aromatherapist with 21 years experience, has a little something for each of you.Plus extra bonus material: Instructions on recommended oils for 60 different ailments Information on 104 essential oils and their safety data (referenced from Tisserand Essential Oil Safety Data for Health Professionals 2013) Facts on how to use 16 different carrier oils including coconut oil, tamanu, and also St Johns Wort Recipe blends by another 13 professional aromatherapists including a blend to use in labour by a midwife using essential oils on an NHS maternity ward and an aphrodisiac blend by a professional sex therapist. Details of how the chemistry of essential oils works Reflections on how plant extracts have been used since early neolithic times right up to the present day Free hypnotherapy relaxation download 6 essential oil monographs including the most up to date information into clinical trials into many conditions including breast, skin and prostate cancers as well as diabetes: on lavender oil, tea tree oil, geranium, rose, myrrh and chamomile. Past professionally published papers by the author on Agarwood, Damiana, Tuberose, Calendula and myrtle oils Discount vouchers to 15 aromatherapy schools, product stores and treatment clinics. Over 300 pages and 21 years of professional experience.... What have you got to lose?Scroll up and buy!NB Paperback is doublespaced and size 12 font for ease of reading and note making if required. Number of Pages: 376 Dimensions: 0.84 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: November 24, 2014

Report copyright infringementby Amanda Gail Aaron (Author)All-Natural Soap, All You Need to Know. Match colors to scents, add essential oils, try a simple slab swirl or opt for a tiger stripe--the creative possibilities of homemade soaps are endless. Even if you're starting from scratch. If you're wondering where to find everything you need to know, open this book and get ready to fall in love with soap making. The Complete Guide to Natural Soap Making is the ultimate DIY reference to master the processes, techniques, and recipes to start creating picture-perfect handcrafted soaps. With step-by-step tutorials and 65 completely all-natural recipes, you'll find lots of inspiration to create your very own recipes to sell, gift, or keep all for yourself. Inside The Complete Guide to Natural Soap Making you'll find: Soap Making 101--Get prepped to make your very own soap with essential equipment and ingredients. Easy-to-Follow Tutorials--Learn insider design tricks and classic soap making techniques like cold-process, hot-process, melt-and-pour, and hand-milled. 65 Natural Recipes--Choose from fragrant and colorful recipes like Lavender Mint Soap, Coffee Scrub Soap, Citrus Zest Kitchen Soap, Shea Butter & Geranium Soap, and much more. Discover the pleasures of soap making with this beginner-friendly guide to create your very own suds!Author BiographyAMANDA GAIL AARON has built her career around providing education in her passion, soap making. She has taught in classrooms all over the United States and presents annually at conferences and seminars put on by the handcrafted soap industry's top guilds and organizations. Number of Pages: 294 Dimensions: 0.8 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: March 26, 2019

Report copyright infringementby Bernie Clark (Author), Sarah Powers (Foreword by)An updated version of the book that has become the go-to resource for Yin Yoga teachers all over the world and has been required reading in many teacher training programs.This second edition of the best selling The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga provides an in-depth look at the philosophy and practice of Yin Yoga with illustrated sections on how to practice Yin Yoga, including detailed descriptions and photographs of over 30 Yin Yoga asanas. All forms of yoga can provide benefits physically, emotionally, and mentally, however Yin Yoga works the deeper levels of the body/heart/mind: the yin tissues of fascia, tendons, ligaments, joints and bones, as well as the energetic channels of the meridians, nerves and blood system. One big difference noticed by students of Yin Yoga is the long-held, passive nature of the posture, which gives time for a deeper journey to unfold, a journey into the meditative aspects of yoga, a bridge to living life mindfully. The second edition includes--a more functional approach to the practice of yoga, emphasizing the concept of targeted areas; the importance of stress in reducing fragility and building antifragility; understanding the nature of creep and the importance of counterposes, with a revised list of effective counterpostures; many new photographs of the postures and their variations for different body types; a more current overview of the physiology of tissues and the energy body reflecting new understanding in the science of fascia and cellular signaling; and many other enhancements. As in the first edition, the book presents comprehensive information on how to do the practice, including how to get into and out of the pose, contraindications and warnings for those who may have trouble with particular aspects of the posture, and other important information. Why we do the practice is discussed by looking at its benefits in three main sections: the physiological, energetic and mental/emotional benefits. Number of Pages: 350 Dimensions: 1 x 9.4 x 6.7 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 01, 2019

Report copyright infringementby Miranda Castro (Author)Homeopathy is an approach to medicine based on the principle that nay substance that can cause illness can also be a cure. Centuries old, its practice has always enjoyed wide popularity among individuals looking for safe and effective ways to treat illness as well as to improve their health. The Complete Homeopathy Handbook is the definitive guide for using homeopathic remedies at home. It includes A-to-Z listings for external and internal remedies, with explanations for correctly diagnosing the symptoms of any particular injury or illness. The book also includes ten case studies and specific dos and don'ts to follow when treating more than seventy conditions.Author BiographyMiranda Castro is a professional homeopath who lives in London, England. Number of Pages: 272 Dimensions: 0.63 x 9.24 x 7.34 IN Publication Date: November 15, 1991

Report copyright infringementby Mechthild Scheffer (Author)- The most comprehensive reference on Bach flower therapy in print. - Includes the latest information on Bach flower remedies, combination remedies, diagnosis, instructions for preparation, body maps, and more. - Illustrated with color plates of the Bach flowers and Kirlian photographs of the energy signature of each flower. Mechthild Scheffer's groundbreaking bestseller Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice revolutionized the science of Bach flower remedies, detailing the healing properties of each individual flower. Now, for practitioner, student, and patient alike, she offers The Encyclopedia of Bach Flower Therapy, the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference available on this gentle, effective therapy. The first practitioner to recognize the psychological underpinnings of the Bach flower remedies, Scheffer demonstrates that emotional and physical well-being are inextricably linked and shows how flower therapies can be a powerful tool for healing individual symptoms and restoring balance to one's life. The author provides a therapeutic profile for each remedy and specific instructions for preparing combination remedies to heal more complex conditions. Thorough diagnostic guidelines, interview questions, progress evaluations, and body maps guide both the practitioner and novice to the proper remedies for innumerable emotional and physical ailments. The author also gives advice for using Bach flower remedies in pediatrics and veterinary medicine. With more than 120 color photographs, The Encyclopedia of Bach Flower Therapy is the complete reference for everyone who studies and practices this therapy.Author BiographyA longtime Bach flower therapy practitioner, Mechthild Scheffer is the author of several books, including Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice and Mastering Bach Flower Therapies: A Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment. She is the official representative of England's Edward Bach Centre for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Ms. Scheffer lives in Germany. Number of Pages: 352 Dimensions: 1 x 10 x 8.03 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 01, 2001

Report copyright infringementby Katherine Furman (Author), Katie Vernon (Illustrator)A busy woman's guide to gratitude--in just 5 minutes a day. The Gratitude Journal for Women helps busy women relieve stress and be happier with small, easy exercises that encourage you to focus on the positive. This gratitude journal features thoughtful writing prompts and quotes from impressive women across history that will inspire you. The cheerful, colorful design makes it a joy to use. Sometimes the things we love the most are the easiest to take for granted. Sometimes big changes don't seem like a good thing while they're happening, even if we know they're important. This inviting gratitude journal will make it easy to take a step back and see the beauty in everything surrounding you. All you need is 5 minutes. The Gratitude Journal for Women is: Loosely structured--The format is minimalist and undated so you can start writing anytime, skip between the prompts, and write exactly as often as you want. Thought-provoking--Every prompt is simple but insightful so you can write briefly but reflect on the big picture. Inspirational--This gratitude journal is designed to help bring some sunshine to your perspective, but also help you affect positive change and transition in your life. Take a few minutes every day--or whenever you can--to remind yourself what truly matters, and how much you have to be thankful for.Author BiographyKATHERINE FURMAN is the editorial director and cofounder of Tandem Books. She lives in New Jersey with her husband. KATIE VERNON is an illustrator who has spent most of her life in the Midwest but whose heart belongs in the mountains. She loves working with inky paints and then arranging and adding detail digitally. She is most thankful for her husband, daughter, and part-dingo dog. Number of Pages: 202 Dimensions: 0.6 x 8.2 x 5.8 IN Publication Date: December 26, 2017

Report copyright infringementby Pancham Sinh (Translator), Swami Swatmarama (Author)Possibly the oldest extant text about Hatha Yoga, The Hatha Yoga Pradipika was written about the 15th century CE, by Swami Swatmarama, a disciple of Swami Goraknath. --Sacred Texts Number of Pages: 118 Dimensions: 0.25 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: August 08, 2011

Report copyright infringementby Juliet Blankespoor (Author)A comprehensive and lushly photographed guide to growing and using healing plants, including recipes, from the founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal MedicineThis is the ultimate reference for anyone looking to bring the beauty and therapeutic properties of plants into their garden, kitchen, and home apothecary. Both informative and accessible, this complete guide to herbal medicine covers how to plan your garden (including container gardening for small spaces); essential information on seed propagation, soil quality, and holistic gardening practices; 30 detailed profiles of must-know plants (including growing information, medicinal properties, and how to use them); foundational principles of herbalism; step-by-step photographic tutorials for preparing botanical medicine and healing foods; and 70 recipes for teas, tinctures, oils, salves, syrups, and more. Packed with sumptuous photography, this book will appeal to home gardeners who want to branch out to culinary and medicinal herbs, home cooks and those interested in a natural wellness lifestyle, and novice and skillful herbalists alike.This essential resource for your home apothecary includes: Holistic Gardening Practices: Learn to cultivate your garden with essential information on seed propagation and soil quality, ensuring your healing plants thrive. Container Gardening for Any Space: Transform even a small balcony or patio into a flourishing source of wellness with tips specifically for container gardens. A Home Apothecary: Follow step-by-step photographic tutorials to confidently prepare your own botanical medicine, from simple teas to potent tinctures. 30 Essential Medicinal Herbs: Detailed profiles of thirty must-know plants, covering their medicinal properties, growing information, and specific uses. Over 70 Healing Recipes: Create a complete range of herbal preparations, including nourishing healing foods, salves, syrups, and oils for the whole family. Author BiographyJULIET BLANKESPOOR is the founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine. She has a degree in botany and over 25 years of experience teaching and writing about herbal medicine, botany, plant propagation, and organic herb cultivation. She lives in Asheville, North Carolina. Number of Pages: 448 Dimensions: 1.18 x 9.13 x 8.27 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 05, 2022

Report copyright infringementby Carina Nunstedt (Author), Ulrica Norberg (Author)In these nine life-fulfilling lessons, learn how your cat can bring you peace, comfort and a unique happiness. A home without a cat is just a house, as they say. There is something special about our feline friends the comfort they bring, their intuition, their famously comedic side that contributes to a household's average happiness index. In fact, just looking at your cat can ease anxiety and bring a sense of understanding and calm but why is that? What are these curious qualities that cats possess? And what lessons can we learn from them? The Healing Power of Cats takes a deep dive into all nine lives, to uncover the mysterious happiness that owning a cat can bring. By combining unique scientific research from cat experts and personal stories from cat-owners, Ulrica Norberg and Carina Nunstedt teach us how to use all of the most admirable cat qualities in our daily lives to reduce stress and anxiety, set boundaries and see the world as one big ball of yarn. Our cats bring out the best in us, so in order to live life to the fullest, let's tap into the rhythm of the cat with guaranteed good vibrations.Author BiographyUlrica Norberg is a journalist, writer and yoga and meditation coach based in Sweden. She has written over a dozen books on health, yoga and personal growth. Carina Nunstedt is an editor, journalist and writer based in Sweden with a long career in magazine and book publishing. She has launched several successful lifestyle magazines and worked as an editor at Bonnier and Harpercollins. She runs her own imprint, Yourlife Books, for translated non-fiction. Carina lives in Stockholm, Sweden, together with her two sons and two black siberian cats. Number of Pages: 256 Dimensions: 0.9 x 7.7 x 5 IN Publication Date: November 04, 2025

Report copyright infringementby Andrea Butje (Author)Forty essential oils' unique properties come to life in this guide to safe and effective aromatherapy from Aromahead Institute co-founder Andrea Butje. Full of essential practical information (Latin name, aroma, uses, and safety tips) as well as "personality" profiles expressing the core physical, spiritual, and emotional supportive capabilities, this go-to guide is easy to reference and enjoyable to read. Over 100 recipes are provided for boosting skin care, rest and relaxation, respiratory, digestion, pain relief, meditation and contemplation, and natural cleaning, and kid-friendly adjustments accompany each recipe. Both budding and experienced aromatherapists alike will be able to create personalized essential oil blends for happy, healthy bodies, minds, spirits, and homes. Number of Pages: 288 Dimensions: 0.78 x 9.25 x 7.5 IN Publication Date: November 25, 2022

Report copyright infringementby Jj Pursell (Author)Start your path to natural wellness with the trusted advice found in this book."Perfect for anyone just beginning in herbal medicine." --Mother Earth Living With the guidance of naturopath JJ Pursell, you will learn how to safely create your own remedies using plants you know and love. Incorporating traditional wisdom and scientific information, The Herbal Apothecary provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to plant-based medicine. It features profiles of the most important medicinal plants that include information on medicinal uses, identification and cultivation, and recipes for common concerns. Additional information includes step-by-step instructions for making herbal teas, tinctures, compresses, salves, and more. This comprehensive guide includes treatments for men, women, and children that address a variety of concerns including muscle strain, the flu, the common cold, insomnia, anxiety, and much more. Front JacketAchieve wellness with 100 medicinal plants! Plant-based medicines offer many healing possibilities for the body, mind, and spirit. In this holistic guide, naturopath J. J. Pursell provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to medicinal plants, explaining how they work and how to use them safely. Incorporating traditional wisdom and scientific information, The Herbal Apothecary includes advice on growing and foraging for healing plants and recommendations for plant-based formulations to fight common ailments, like muscle strain, anxiety, and insomnia. Step-by-step instructions show you how to make your own teas, salves, capsules, tinctures, and other essential herbal remedies. Whether you want to treat a wound or fight the common cold, taking charge of your health and well-being begins here. Author BiographyDr. JJ Pursell is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, author, and entrepreneur. She owned and operated a small chain of herb shoppes over thirteen years in both Portland, Oregon, and Brooklyn, New York. Since publishing her first book in 2015, she has focused on her patients and her practice while also writing, speaking, and consulting. Number of Pages: 292 Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.9 x 7.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 30, 2015

Report copyright infringementby Cerridwen Greenleaf (Author)Plants, Essential Oils and Aromatherapy as Natural Remedies"Trust your intuition, go with your instincts, and listen to your heart. By following these three simple guidelines, you'll be able to craft healing, and more importantly, meaningful and inspired ideas to enrich your life." ―Arin Murphy-Hiscock, author of The Herbal Alchemist's HandbookThe Herbal Healing Handbook is a spiritual guidebook for using plants, essential oils, aromatherapy, and other natural elements to treat ailments and help prevent illness. Heal the natural way. In her latest work, bestselling author Cerridwen Greenleaf shares the healing power of plants, roots, herbs, essential oils, aromatherapy, and all things natural remedies. If you are tired of automatically turning to chemical treatments, or just want to have more plant-based care options, The Herbal Healing Handbook is the book for you.Draw upon ancient knowledge. While health care debates rage all around us, one way to take good care of yourself and your loved ones is with the "kitchen cabinet cures" in this book. When our great grandmothers needed to attend to the cuts, bruises, colds, flu's fevers and other illnesses their family suffered, they didn't have a corner drugstore. Instead, these wise women relied on simple wisdom, common sense, and pantries well stocked with herbal remedies. These preparations were made from plants that grew in the kitchen garden or wild weeds gathered outside. The Herbal Healing Handbook combines the wisdom of our elders with a modern kitchen herbalist's sensibility.In The Herbal Healing Handbook you will: Learn about natural remedies you can DIY Treat inflammation and pain Build energy Improve your attitude and mindset Gain key knowledge about plants, roots, essential oils and aromatherapy If you enjoyed natural medicinal books like The Healing Power of Essential Oils, Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, or The Green Witch, you'll love The Herbal Healing Handbook. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.9 x 7.9 x 4.9 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 01, 2020

Report copyright infringementby Clea Shearer (Author), Joanna Teplin (Author)The New York Times bestselling authors of The Home Edit and stars of the Netflix series Get Organized with The Home Edit present 52 home-editing challenges and activities to get you motivated and organizing every room of your house. Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are back with a fun, practical workbook to jumpstart your home organization. Here are 52 challenges for every room--from clearing out a junk drawer to measuring your cabinet for storage bins to arranging the apps on your phone by color. The workbook is structured so you can tackle one challenge a week or breeze through your whole home in a few months, featuring: - Space for writing checklists, shopping lists, and to-do lists- Activities that help you accomplish your goals at your own pace- Writing prompts for capturing memories connected to the things you own and love- Helpful organization tips and tricks- Plus, gold star stickers for rewarding yourself along the way!Author BiographyThe stars of Hello Sunshine's Mastering the Mess and the Netflix series Get Organized with The Home Edit, Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin founded The Home Edit with the goal of merging conventional organization and interior design. With clients all over the country, they offer both full and virtual services through their website. They have also been featured in People, House Beautiful, and Architectural Digest and on Goop, among other places. They are the authors of the New York Times bestseller The Home Edit and The Home Edit Life. Clea and Joanna live with their families in Nashville, Tennessee. Number of Pages: 144 Dimensions: 0.7 x 9 x 7.3 IN Publication Date: March 02, 2021

Report copyright infringementby Georgia Varozza (Author)Readers will discover natural, time-tested solutions for treating everyday ailments, minor injuries, and more--right from their own homes.With skyrocketing health care costs and store-bought personal care products often filled with questionable ingredients, there's never been a better time to embrace the power of herbal remedies. Homesteader at heart Georgia Varozza shows you how to make easy, affordable balms, creams, oils, and lotions using herbs that are simple to grow, purchase, or forage. You'll learn how to make dozens of proven remedies for . . . common illnesses and overall wellness minor injuries and household mishaps personal care and mental wellbeing home and garden use This helpful guide also includes the basics of herbal preparation and an easy-to-use index for quick reference. Gain peace of mind as you care for yourself and your loved ones with these simple homemade remedies. Author BiographyGeorgia Varozza, author of The Homestead Canning Cookbook and The Homestead Winter Pantry, enjoys teaching people how to prepare and preserve healthy foods, live simply, and get the most from what they have. She is a writer and editor and lives in the Pacific Northwest. Number of Pages: 160 Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.9 x 7 IN Publication Date: June 02, 2026