The Magical and Ritual Use of Herbs
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.59 (716 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0892814012 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-07-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This integration of the scientific with the mystical is one of the most interesting facets of the book." (The Herb Companion) . "This book provides a straightforward description of various, apparently legal, mind-altering herbs, broken down by effect." (PagaNet News, Volume VIII Issue IV)"A fascinating selection, Miller's range of practical and arcane knowledge is impressive
"Informative and clearly written and well organized." according to vwied@worldnet.att.net. This book is very informative, clearly written and well organized. One must have knowledge of wild crafting (plant gathering) and a pretty good knowledge of chemistry to take full advantage of what it has offer. It provides excellent and concise information on herbal effect and very clear warnings. Some good recipes also.. Magic herbal ride! This fascinating book investigates the habitat, cultivation, historical use, chemical structure and benefits of nineteen psycho-active herbs. These plants are discussed by chapter in the following categories: Stimulants (including Damiana, Passionflower and Guarana), Depressants (including Lobelia, Skullcap and Valerian), Narcotics (Wild Lettuce and Wormwood), Hallucinogens (including Kava Kava, Yohimbe, Amanita Muscaria, Morning Glory. "A well written resource on some of the more potent herbs" according to Kirsten M. Houseknecht. One in the series of books by Richard Alan Miller. (The others being "Magical and Ritual use of Perfumes" with Iona Miller, and "magical and Ritual Use of Aphrodisiacs") This book is a typical example of the attention to detail, clarity of writing, and concise nature that I have come to expect from the author.Covering some of the more Pharmocologically active herbs,the coverage is complete enough for my friends in the medical feilds, w
Richard Alan Miller has thoroughly researched the historical use, chemical structure, preparation for consumption, and magical rituals related to narcotic, hallucinogenic, stimulant, and depressant herbs. Provides a fascinating study of nineteen herbs that not only stimulate our energies, but also combat fatigue, assist healing, and relieve tension.. He explains how these natural substances can be used for the enhancement of sexuality, muscle relaxation and massage, initiation, spiritual growth, and astral projection
. Biochemist, physicist, and herbalist, Richard Alan Miller is also the author of The Magical and Ritual Use of Aphrodisiacs and The Magical and Ritual Use of Perfumes