The Illustrated Book of Herbs
by Barbara Hey
Crescent Books, 1996, New York
CONDITION:
Good (G). The covers and boards are in very good condition with minor edgewear. The spine is in very good condition with minor rubbing. The hinges and joints are good. The text block and pages are good, featuring dusty edges. The endpapers are good. The dust jacket is good, showing minor edgewear and minor rubbing, and bears sticker(s).
ATTRIBUTES:
First edition. Illustrated edition. Hardcover. In dust jacket. Bound in paper over boards.
DESCRIPTION:
"The Illustrated Book of Herbs" is a comprehensive guide dedicated to the cultivation, history, and practical uses of over 100 different herbs. The work explores diverse topics ranging from directory profiles and distinct herb garden layouts to essential methods for harvesting and storage. Alongside horticultural guidance, the book features specialized chapters addressing aromatherapy, herbal healing, and the preparation of homemade cosmetics, emphasizing the multifaceted utility of herbs in daily life.
The principal author, Barbara Hey, brings extensive personal expertise to the subject, drawing from a lifelong passion that spans over 50 years of working with plants. Having cultivated more than 500 species within her own private garden, Hey approaches the topic with deep practical knowledge derived from decades of hands-on cultivation and study.
As a detailed reference volume within horticultural literature, the book holds significance for its visual approach and breadth of coverage, pairing thorough instructional writing with full-color illustration. For gardening enthusiasts and book collectors focused on botany or practical plant guides, it represents a well-rounded addition that bridges historical context with domestic application.
FLASHBACK TO 1996 WHEN THIS BOOK WAS PUBLISHED:
When this book was published in 1996, the world was gripped by the Atlanta Centennial Olympic bombing, the launch of the revolutionary Tamagotchi pet in Japan, and the historic cloning of Dolly the sheep. In New York, Giuliani’s crackdown on the city continued to reshape urban life as the literary world mourned the loss of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur and iconoclast writer Timothy Leary. Meanwhile, President Clinton secured a second term in office, and Deep Blue famously challenged world chess champion Garry Kasparov, signaling the dawn of a new digital age.
Location: BRN-1-4-3-005