Plant Lore and Legend by Ruth Binney

Plant Lore and Legend by Ruth Binney

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Trying to understand the wonders of the natural world has been a human preoccupation. The knowledge of which plants to use as essential foods, remedies, and for construction was of obvious importance, not only to learn but also to pass on.

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Plant Lore and Legend by Ruth Binney

Trying to understand the wonders and mysteries of the natural world has been a human preoccupation since the earliest times. It is therefore hardly surprising that from all corners of the globe a wealth of stories, myths and legends about plants has been passed down to us, gathered together in this fascinating volume.

Ruth Binney has been studying the countryside and nature for over 50 years. She holds a degree in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University and has been involved in countless publications during her career as an editor. She is the also a bestselling author having published numerous books on the gardening, countryside, country sayings and customs. Ruth lives in Dorchester, Dorset.

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ISBN 13 9781910821107
ISBN 10 1910821101
Title Plant Lore and Legend
Author Ruth Binney
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Rydon Publishing
Year published 2016-03-10
Number of pages 144
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.