Green Pharmacy: The History and Evolution of Western Herbal Medicine by Barbara

Description: Green Pharmacy by Barbara Griggs An eloquent and engaging account of the use of herbal medicine from prehistoric times to the present. Newly revised to include the latest developments in the field of herbal medicine, this classic bestseller presents a fascinating account of the ideas that have shaped the course of medicine and pharmacology in the Western world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Newly revised to include the latest developments in the field of herbal medicine, this classic bestseller presents a fascinating account of the ideas, personalities, advances, and vicissitudes that have shaped the course of medicine and pharmacology in the Western world. The author provides an eloquent and engaging account of the use of herbal medicine from prehistoric times to the present, reaffirming the incalculable value of medicinal plants in the healing arts. She presents a strong case for the cyclical emergence of alternative medicine at times (such as our own) when allopathic methods of treatment have lost their safety and efficacy. Author Biography Barbara Griggs (1932-2022) was a renowned journalist and researcher in the field of herbalism. Table of Contents Foreword to the Second Edition by Michael McIntyre Foreword by Norman Farnsworth Preface Acknowledgments 1. The Medicine of Mankind 2. Medicine in Transition 3. The New Disease and the New Medicine 4. The Revolutionary 5. The Quacks Charter 6. All Manner of Minerals 7. Galen or Paracelsus? 8. The Seventeenth-Century Superwoman 9. Indian Physic 10. Horrid Electuaries 11. Systematic Slaughter 12. The English Practice 13. The Foxglove Saga 14. Heroic Medicine 15. Roots and Herbs 16. Botanic Warfare 17. The Age of Calomel 18. Coffinism 19. Dr. Coffin versus Dr. Skelton 20. Fruitless Medication 21. Regulars and Rivals 22. Magic Bullets 23. Return to Nature 24. The Price of Miracles 25. The French Lesson 26. Into Europe 27. Phytomedicines 28. The Green People 29. Burning the Library of Amazonia 30. Herbal Futures Notes Bibliography Index Review "A history of grass-roots medicine, researched to the point where those of us who have dabbled in the subject are left feeling embarrassed at the wealth of source material that we left unread."-- "Brian Inglis, The New Scientist""A modern classic that can be consulted by all of those interested in getting a keener insight into the trials and tribulations, the pitfalls and rewards, and the history and future of drug therapy from nature."-- "From the foreword by Norman R. Farnsworth, Professor of Pharmocognosy, University of Illinois Medica""Here are the highs and lows, the compassion and the competition and the pain and the joys of 2000 plus years of western herbal medicine. Well-written and extensive."-- "American Herb Association""Probably the most definitive history of the origin and development of herbal medicine in the West . . . should be required reading for every herbalist, pharmacist, physician, and regulatory official."-- "HerbalGram""This meticulously referenced, captivating book is guaranteed to hold surprises even for those who consider themselves well-informed on the topic."-- "Napra Review, Vol. 9, No. 2""To congratulate Barbara Griggs is not only a pleasure but a duty, for she has given us a useful tool, the need of which has been felt but hitherto never filled."-- "Richard Evans Schultes, Jeffrey Professor of Biology and Director of the Botanical Museum (emeritus)""Well researched, highly readable, and ultimately entertaining."-- "Yoga Journal" Review Quote "Well researched, highly readable, and ultimately entertaining." Details ISBN0892817275 Author Barbara Griggs Short Title GREEN PHARMACY Language English ISBN-10 0892817275 ISBN-13 9780892817276 Media Book Format Paperback Place of Publication Rochester, VT Country of Publication United States Edition 3rd Residence ENK Imprint Healing Arts Press Subtitle The History and Evolution of Western Herbal Medicine DOI 10.1604/9780892817276 UK Release Date 2000-01-21 AU Release Date 2000-01-21 NZ Release Date 2000-01-21 US Release Date 2000-01-21 Pages 448 Publisher Inner Traditions Bear and Company Year 2000 Publication Date 2000-01-21 DEWEY 615.32109 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:9760076;

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