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Title: The Magical and Ritual Use of Herbs by Richard Alan Miller ISBN: 0-89281-401-2 Publisher: Inner Traditions Intl Ltd Pub. Date: December, 1992 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.67 (3 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Magic herbal ride!
Comment: This fascinating book investigates the habitat, cultivation, historical use, chemical structure and benefits of nineteen psycho-active herbs. These plants are discussed by chapter in the following categories: Stimulants (including Damiana, Passionflower and Guarana), Depressants (including Lobelia, Skullcap and Valerian), Narcotics (Wild Lettuce and Wormwood), Hallucinogens (including Kava Kava, Yohimbe, Amanita Muscaria, Morning Glory Seed and Psilocybe Mushroom). Their preparation, ritual use, primary effects and potential hazards are described in detail.
Some of the benefits that may be derived from the wise use of these plants include stress relief (Kava Kava and Valerian Root), increased energy (Guarana), restful sleep and cleansing (Wormwood) and spiritual development (Fly Agaric, Psilocybe). The author writes with great authority, effortlessly blending scientific and esoteric knowledge. I enjoyed his no-nonsense factual approach. The book includes a Quick Reference Chart, a Bibliography and a Chemistry, Botanics/Organic and General Index, making it a valuable reference work in addition to a fascinating read.
Rating: 5
Summary: A well written resource on some of the more potent herbs
Comment: One in the series of books by Richard Alan Miller. (The others being "Magical and Ritual use of Perfumes" with Iona Miller, and "magical and Ritual Use of Aphrodisiacs") This book is a typical example of the attention to detail, clarity of writing, and concise nature that I have come to expect from the author.
Covering some of the more Pharmocologically active herbs,the coverage is complete enough for my friends in the medical feilds, without losing readers with less chemistry knowledge (like me). There are diagrams of the active chemical compounds, when known, and lots of details about growth and habitat, but the directions and hazards of use are clear enough for a novice.
While not covering the more common herbs, such as Rosemary, or sage, this book is a valued part of my herbal library. I sincerely hope that the author writes a more wide ranging book on herbs in the future! Definately worth every penny.
Rating: 4
Summary: Informative and clearly written and well organized.
Comment: This book is very informative, clearly written and well organized. One must have knowledge of wild crafting (plant gathering) and a pretty good knowledge of chemistry to take full advantage of what it has offer. It provides excellent and concise information on herbal effect and very clear warnings. Some good recipes also.
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Title: The Magical and Ritual Use of Perfumes by Richard Alan Miller, Iona Miller ISBN: 0892812109 Publisher: Inner Traditions Intl Ltd Pub. Date: December, 1990 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
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Title: The Master Book of Herbalism by Paul Beyerl, Diana S. Greene ISBN: 0919345530 Publisher: Phoenix Publishing, Inc. Pub. Date: December, 1984 List Price(USD): $16.95 |
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Title: Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs (Llewellyn's Sourcebook Series) by Scott Cunningham ISBN: 0875421229 Publisher: Llewellyn Publications Pub. Date: May, 1985 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: Compendium of Herbal Magick by Paul Beyerl, Paul V. Beyerl ISBN: 091934545X Publisher: Phoenix Publishing, Inc. Pub. Date: 01 May, 1998 List Price(USD): $24.50 |
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Title: The Psychopharmacology of Herbal Medicine: Plant Drugs That Alter Mind, Brain, and Behavior by Marcello Spinella ISBN: 0262692651 Publisher: MIT Press Pub. Date: 01 June, 2001 List Price(USD): $27.95 |
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