Following Under the Witching Tree, this second book in a trilogy by folk herbalist Corinne Boyer explores the magical and medicinal applications of the plants of the wayside--those liminal places where the wild meets the and forgotten landscapes of humankind. This book presents a wealth of hands-on practices exploring charms, spells, recipes, and rites.

Physical Info: 0.7" H x 9.1" L x 6.1" W (1.05 lbs) 288 pages unkempt

Table of Contents:

Contents

Introduction

Autumn's Blood and Earth
Blackberry
Bittersweet Nightshade
Thistle/Teasel
Mullein
Tansy

The Witches Mirror of Midwinter
English Ivy
Mistletoe
Broom
Burdock
Dock

Charms of a Faerie Wyfe
Violet
Dandelion
Plantain
Stinging Nettle
Clover

Midsummer Offerings
Rose
Mugwort
Yarrow
Self Heal
St. John's Wort

Appendices
A: The Home Apothecary
B: Water Extracts - Infusions and Decoctions
C: Poultices and Compresses
D: Folk Tinctures
E: Infused Honey
F: Infused Vinegars and Oxymels

Bibliography

About the Author

Index
Biographical Note:

Corinne Boyer is a folk herbalist, teacher, and writer with a passion for traditions surrounding plants and folk magic. Corinne has taught community herb classes since 2005 and teaches weekly classes out of her home with a focus on wild crafting, plant lore, folk medicine, and traditional magic. Her books include Under the Witching Tree, Under the Bramble Arch (both published by Troy Books/Llewellyn), and Plants of the Devil (Three Hands Press). She lives with her family in the forests of the Pacific Northwest.