The Time Traveller's Herbal: Stories and recipes from the historical apothecary cabinet

The herbalist has had many names throughout the ages—Cunning Woman, Wise Woman, even Witch—all hiding the truth of what they are: early pioneers of science and fountains of traditional, nature-based knowledge.

All around us are plants and herbs that can be used to improve our wellbeing and encourage a more nature-focused approach to health. Steeped in history, the herbalist's art paved the way for modern science—but didn't necessarily need to have been replaced by it.

In The Time Traveller's Herbal, the traditional remedies and recipes that were passed down through the ages are offered to the modern reader as a means to reconnect with the natural world while reaping the benefits. Steeped in stories, these remedies allow us to explore our connection to the past on a romantic and meandering journey through the plants and flowers that have healed and helped humanity over the centuries.

A Journey Through Time and Nature

Travelling back through the mists of time, the book uncovers the ancient mysteries of the plants and flowers that saved lives in a world without modern medicine. Readers are taken on a journey starting in ancient Rome, sampling botanical marvels that:

• Soothed the pain of fever
• Revealed the world of the faeries
• And much more

These stories, told over the centuries, bring the natural world to life and explore the myths of a lost art. The Time Traveller's Herbal is a guide every budding apothecary should reach for.

What’s Inside?

The book includes:

• Instructions for over 25 recipes and creations
  Using commonly found, foraged, or easily procured ingredients
• A richly woven narrative about the craft of the herbalist
  Author Amanda Edmiston taps into traditional knowledge passed down through generations and reworks it for the modern reader

Reconnect with the natural world, uncover the secrets of the past, and bring the herbalist’s art into your life with The Time Traveller's Herbal.