The Generosity of Plants: Shared Wisdom from the Community of Herb Lovers
The Generosity of Plants: Shared Wisdom from the Community of Herb Lovers
Review Quotes: "This is an exquisite collection of quotes by herbalists and others that reminds us we are intricately woven together within Nature. The Generosity of Plants is a beautiful...
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Review Quotes: Rosemary Gladstar has been practicing, living, learning, teaching, and writing about herbs for over 50 years. Considered a star figure in the modern herbal movement and often referred to as the "godmother of American herbalism", Gladstar is the author of twelve books, including Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, Herbs for Children's Health, Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, Herbal Healing for Women, and Herbal Healing for Men. She is the cofounder and former director of both The International Herb Symposium and The New England Women's Herbal Conference, the founding president of United Plant Savers, and the cofounder of and original tea-blend formulator for Traditional Medicinals. She is also the author and teacher of the popular home study course, The Science and Art of Herbalism, which continues to inspire and teach many thousands of students around the world. In 2018, Gladstar was awarded an honorary doctorate for her life's work from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine. Review Quotes: "Rosemary Gladstar is such a special person and a gift to Mother Earth. She has an intuitive knowledge of plants and their properties, and is someone I turn to for advice. She has created a magnificent book sharing the wisdom of plants that will bring joy to the reader and to the world."-- Brant Secunda, shaman, healer and traditional ceremonial leader Review Quotes: "What we carry and what we share has power and potency. Just open to a page and feel the glimmer of inspiration."-- Margi Flint, author of The Practicing Herbalist Review Quotes: "This book is a beautiful celebration of the plant world and the herbalists who love it--thoughtful, uplifting, and brimming with wisdom. As I flipped through the pages, I couldn't stop sending quotes to friends!"-- Rosalee de la Forêt, herbal teacher and author of Alchemy of Herbs and coauthor of Wild Remedies Review Quotes: "Rosemary Gladstar has created a portal into the consciousness of plants. The Generosity of Plants reveals the profound intelligence and healing capacity of botanical beings, transforming our understanding of herbalism into a deep, reciprocal dialogue with Nature's wisdom. With decades of intimate communion with the plant world, Gladstar illuminates the sacred interconnectedness that pulses beneath every leaf and root. This is an essential text for those seeking healing that transcends the physical--a healing rooted in respect, wonder, and a radical understanding of Nature's sentience." -- Lia Chavez Founder, Hildegaard Haute BotanicalReview Quotes: "This is a book to dip into again and again, to sip and savor, to browse and be delighted by. I have had it on my breakfast table for a week now, and I open a page at random each morning and take a thought for the day. This week the book has given me a day thinking of compassion, a day thinking of beauty and a day thinking of awe and wonder. This is big medicine in a small book. Rosemary has drawn together inspirational and profound comments from herb lovers around the world, extolling the magic of plants and encouraging us all to believe in their healing powers and to pursue the path of the herbalist."-- Chanchal Cabrera, MSc, FNIMH, RH(AHG), author of Holistic Cancer Care Review Quotes: "Rosemary once again shows up for all of us but in such a timely and inspirational form. This gem of a book can be picked up at any moment throughout the day and bring that deep connection to nature that is the medicine of this moment."-- Kat Maier, Sacred Plant Traditions, author of Energetic Herbalism: A Guide to Sacred Plant Traditions Review Quotes: "A collection of inspirational poetry, quotes, plant profiles, and knowledge that gardeners and writers of all experience levels can enjoy... A creative collection of art. Its visually stunning pages, intricate designs, magical font styles, and beautiful plant photography offers an almost scrapbook-like effect."-- Washington Gardener Table of Contents: Collecting Words That Connect Us What Unites Us: The Sacred Teachings of the Plants Gathering: Reflections on gathering plants and wildcrafting, along with learning, gathering together, and gathering knowledge Preserving: The importance of preserving and conserving plants, along with preserving our herbal heritage Sharing: The value of sharing the bounty of herbs and herbal knowledge Reverence for the Earth: Reflections on our connection to the plant world Honoring Our Elders: Tributes to the teachings and voices of the ancestors, both plant and human Gardening: The experience and rewards of creating backyard botanical sanctuaries Protecting: The importance of protecting the practice of herbalism and preserving the freedom to make health choices On Being an Herbalist: Celebrating the life work of the herbalist The Circle of Generosity Featured Voices In Gratitude Publisher Marketing: Renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar presents a beautiful keepsake collection of teachings, reflections, and insights on the plant world and herbal healing, featuring diverse voices from the community of herbal teachers and practitioners. A beloved teacher and leader in the herbal healing world for more than 50 years, Rosemary Gladstar has curated this collection to explore key themes in herbalism, including: *The sacred teachings of the plants *The importance of preserving knowledge of the plants' healing properties and the work of herbal healers *The practices of gardening and gathering herbs in the wild *The power and passion of the herbal community *The rich value of living with gratitude and reverence for the Earth, and a deep connection to the plant world. Many of the quotes are original to this collection, excerpted from Gladstar's private correspondence and conversations. Her narrative voice introduces each theme, and the text is accompanied by stunning photographs and artwork celebrating the beauty and wonder of plants. Review Citations:
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Author: Gladstar, Rosemary
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Binding: Hardcover
Pub Date: 2025-04-22
BISAC: Nature / Plants / General|Mind, Body, Spirit / Inspiration & Personal Growth|Gardening / Edible & Medicinal / Herbs|Social Science / Human Geography
Subjects: Gladstar, Rosemary|Plants|Herbs|Flowers|Quotations
Weight: 1.23 lbs
ISBN: 9781635869026
ASIN: -
SKU: SP-9781635869026
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