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I was intrigued and captivated from the very first paragraphs. Beautifully written, Wild Remedies abounds with plant lore, wisdom, and instruction. The authors have created a deeply thoughtful, insightful, and interactive book that enables readers to not only identify and forage wild foods but also to create a deepening relationship with nature and the world of plants.

Rosemary Gladstar, herbalist

Wild Remedies is a gorgeous book with tantalizing recipes for healthy foods and healing medicines. The authors go beyond mere consumption of herbs to nurture reciprocal relationships with plants and strengthen community connections. In effect, Wild Remedies is a prescription to heal people and planet together.

Thomas J. Elpel, author of Botany in a Day and Foraging the Mountain West

In Wild Remedies, Emily Han and Rosalee de la Fort accomplish the most important thing a book exploring herbalism can do: framing it not as simply the use of herbs and supplements, but as a craft rooted in a direct relationship between people, plants, and the land they live upon. With this book in your hands, the plants at your feet will open into a whole new world.

jim mcdonald, herbalist, www.herbcraft.org

Ive been studying wild edible and medicinal plants for decades, and I learned a lot reading this book. So if you want to use some of our best medicinal wild plants, this book is a great choice.

Wildman Steve Brill, author of Identifying and Harvesting Edible and Medicinal Plants in Wild (and Not So Wild) Places

Rosalee de la Fort and Emily Hans seasonal, carefully thought out, and practical approach to common backyard wild medicinals will inspire budding and established herbalists alike. It approaches backyard herbalism to a depth rarely covered in herbals. I cant wait to share this book with students as required reading in my herb courses.

Maria Nol Groves, clinical herbalist at Wintergreen Botanicals and best-selling author of Body into Balance and Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies

Wild Remedies reads like a joyous love poem to the earth and gives us the compass for a much-needed regenerative model of harvesting and working with medicinal plants.

Kami McBride, author of The Herbal Kitchen

Wild Remedies is a truly holistic and comprehensive map for the journey of nature connection, people connection, and ultimately ourselves.

Jon Young, author, presenter, and founder of 8 Shields

Rarely does a book take my breath away, but Wild Remedies had me in full swoon by the Table of Contents. With gorgeous illustrations, scintillating recipes, and detailed plant profiles, youll be reaching for your harvesting basket with a newfound appreciation for the bounty and beauty of the green world. Emily Han and Rosalee de la Fort have concocted an herbal tour de force, destined to deepen your connection to backyard plants.

Juliet Blankespoor, director of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine

Wild Remedies is an incredibly thoughtful, seasonally based foragers guide that empowers the reader to connect with plants and build a more reciprocal relationship with nature herself.

Susan Leopold, executive director, United Plant Savers

Wild Remedies couldnt come at a more important time, as humanitys connection to nature is essential not only for the health of the planet but also for ourselves. Rosalee de la Fort and Emily Han have gone beyond simplistic laundry lists of what herbs are good for, and instead paint a holistic picture for how the wholeness of the plant heals the whole person.

Sajah Popham, author of Evolutionary Herbalism

Wild Remedies is a wonderful book! Included are a host of activities to engage the reader in learning through a direct personal process. A focus on ethics and sustainability is woven throughout. The bulk of the text consists of in-depth treatments of mostly common plants set within a seasonal context and detailed with lovely illustrations while being paired with worldly delicious and inspiring recipes. Great addition to any library!

Marc Williams, executive director, Plants and Healers International

Wild Remedies is a delightful blend of wildcrafting wisdom and social tutorial. In the pages of Wild Remedies, the authors show you how to start seeing and what to do once you recognize what you have seen. Nothing could be a greater gift.

Marie Viljoen, author of Forage, Harvest, Feast and 66 Square Feet

Rosalee de la Fort and Emily Han have taken the time, for each herb they introduce, to explore its connections to the surrounding ecology. In so doing, theyve expanded our attention beyond the human spherewhat a gift! Mindful wildcrafting is a restorative practice in many ways: ecological, medical, spiritual, and deeply personal. Wild Remedies gently guides you through them all.

Guido Mas, author of The Wild Medicine Solution

OTHER BOOKS BY THE AUTHORS

Rosalee de la Fort

Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies That Heal

Emily Han

Wild Drinks and Cocktails: Handcrafted Squashes, Shrubs, Switchels, Tonics, and Infusions to Mix at Home

AVAILABLE THROUGH LEARNINGHERBS

Since 2005, LearningHerbs.com has empowered thousands of families to make simple, safe, and reliable remedies using common herbs. Join the free online community on LearningHerbs.com for recipes and trainings by Rosalee de la Fort and Emily Han.

Learning Experiences

Apothecary: The Alchemy of Herbs Video Companion: This beautiful video collection by Rosalee de la Fort takes you, step-by-step, through the creation of 15 core herbal remedies. Transform your kitchen into a natural pharmacy.

HerbMentor:The ultimate learning companion for anyone with a passion for healing herbs. Courses, community, and curated resources, all trusted by the worlds most reputable herbalists.

For Kids and Families

Wildcraft!An Herbal Adventure Game:Cooperative board game exploring healing herbs, for ages 4+.

Herb Fairies:This 13-book series and herbal learning system engages kids through stories and offers exciting activities to encourage outdoor adventures.

Please visit:

LearningHerbs: www.LearningHerbs.com

Rosalees website: www.HerbsWithRosalee.com

Emilys website: www.EmilyHan.com

Hay House: www.HayHouse.com