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The Generosity of Plants

The Generosity of Plants

$28.00 USD
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"This charming collection offers plant lovers a place to go for practical advice, herbal remedies, and meditation, focusing on being more present and connected to the natural world. Herbs and chapters are supported by quotes from well-known herbalists, writers, poets, scientists, Indigenous people, and others. For example, Georgia O’Keeffe, Barack Obama, Kiva Rose Hardin, and Gertrude Jekyll are just a few of the names. An eminent herbalist with 50 years of experience, Gladstar (Herbs for Children’s Health) provides thought-provoking questions that will compel readers to ruminate about herbs and their usefulness. Her book’s photographs are beautiful enough to stand on their own...A lovely little book for plant and quotation lovers that’s designed for meditative enjoyment."
--- Library Journal


"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 book that reveals the truth of our kinship and brings solace to my soul in these challenging times."
--- Robin Rose Bennett, author of Healing Magic,The Gift of Healing Herbs, A Green Witch's Pocket Book of Wisdom, and A Young Green Witch's Guide to Plant Magic


"Rosemary herself embodies Generosity. She is one of the most devoted and supportive plant loving visionaries, teachers, and authors I know. May this book be found in school libraries, medical care waiting rooms, botanical garden shops and kitchen tables everywhere. It is full of beauty, inspiration and timeless wisdom."
--- Deb Soule, founder of Avena Botanicals and author of Healing Herbs for Women, How to Move Like a Gardener, and The Healing Garden


"This book feels like a warm hug from Rosemary and our herbal ancestors and plantcestors, reminding me of the beauty of plants, the power of community, and my own small but mighty place in this circle, how we are raindrops in a vast ocean-- each action, however tiny, matters." 
--- Jiling Lin, L.Ac., Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Artist, and host of Herbal Radio's "Tea Talks with Jiling"


"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

 

Description

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. 

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