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The Herb Book
- Author
- DK
- Narrator
- Sid Sagar
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- Publish Date
- 6 April 2023
- Run Time
- 10 hours 42 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
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What to expect
Immerse yourself in stories of these useful plants, from herb gardens to remote wildernesses.
Herbs have been used by humans throughout history - for cooking, medicine, rituals, and more. They are also a huge part of the modern world, from gardening, food, and cosmetics to medicines fighting diseases such as malaria. With expert knowledge, The Herb Book takes a close-up look at a wide range of herbs from around the world, showcasing their botanical characteristics, medicinal, cosmetic, and culinary properties and uses, and cultural impact on the lives of humans.
Featuring key scientific facts along with historical and mythological stories, this book provides a rich blend of information on these extraordinary plants and their role in our world.
© 2023 DK © 2023 DK Audio
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Details
- Author
- DK
- Narrator
- Sid Sagar
- Duration
- 10 hours 42 minutes
- Release Date
- 6 April 2023
- ISBN
- 9780241646977
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- Genre
- Cultural and regional medicines, health and healing techniques, Botany and plant sciences, Cookery / food by ingredient: herbs, spices, oils and vinegars, Cosmetics, hair and beauty
Synopsis
Immerse yourself in stories of these useful plants, from herb gardens to remote wildernesses.Herbs have been used by humans throughout history - for cooking, medicine, rituals, and more. They are also a huge part of the modern world, from gardening, food, and cosmetics to medicines fighting diseases such as malaria. With expert knowledge, The Herb Book takes a close-up look at a wide range of herbs from around the world, showcasing their botanical characteristics, medicinal, cosmetic, and culinary properties and uses, and cultural impact on the lives of humans.Featuring key scientific facts along with historical and mythological stories, this book provides a rich blend of information on these extraordinary plants and their role in our world.© 2023 DK © 2023 DK Audio
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