A beautifully illustrated volume on herbal medicine, compiled on the basis of scientific findings. The first part lists 200 medicinal plants, from field horsetail to lemon verbena, with explanations of their health-promoting ingredients. It also includes detailed instructions for use – and warnings where necessary. This part is followed by a description of ailments and their symptoms that medicinal plants can help with, from abscesses to gum inflammation. The carefully conceived content is matched by the high-quality design: large-format hardcover with gold edging, silk ribbon and detailed index. 288 pages.