Aromatherapy: An A-Z: The Most Comprehensive Guide to Aromatherapy Ever Published (Paperback)

by Patricia Davis (Author) "Aromatherapy is a truly holistic therapy, taking account of the mind body and spirit of the person seeking help, as well as their lifestyle, eating..." (more)
Key Phrases: Clary Sage, Black Pepper, Ylang Ylang (more...)

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“One of the most thoroughly researched books written on aromatherapy.”
–The International Journal of Aromatherapy

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Aromatherapy: An A–Z is one of the most comprehensive, up-to-date encyclopedias of aromatherapy available today, with over 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions and 82 essential oils as well as recipes and formulae.

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Product Details Paperback: 336 pages Publisher: Random House UK; Revised edition (October 4, 2005) Language: English ISBN-10: 009190661X ISBN-13: 978-0091906610 Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.7 x 1.1 inches Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #63,417 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #19 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Aromatherapy #84 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Herbal Remedies

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This book cites 8 books:

• The Practice of Aromatherapy by Dr. Jean Valnet in Front Matter, and Back Matter
• The Art of Aromatherapy: The Healing and Beautifying Properties of the Essential Oils of Flowers and Herbs by Robert B. Tisserand in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
• Hemel Hempstead: A Second Selection (Archive Photographs) by Eve Davis in Back Matter
• Canon of Medicine by Avicenna on page 27
• Aromatherapy for Women and Children by Jane Dye in Back Matter

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 32 of 33 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely the most comprehensive aromatherapy book yet!, January 1, 1998 By A Customer This review is from: Aromatherapy: An A to Z, Revised Edition (Paperback) Aromatherapy: An A-Z is a comprehensive guide to the therapeutic use of essential oils and herbal remedies. Patricia Davis has compiled a vast amount of medical, pharmaceutical, and scientific knowledge into an organized, fascinating, easy-to-understand guidebook. Her expertise as an aromatherapist is reflected in her introduction to essential oils and various natural healing methods and procedures. The historical origins and traditions of healing herbs are presented with recent scientific findings of their properties and chemistry to make this book truly the most comprehensive guide to aromatherapy yet. 26 of 27 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful reference book!, June 14, 1998 By A Customer This review is from: Aromatherapy: An A to Z, Revised Edition (Paperback) This is one of the first Aromatherapy books I bought and use it constantly. This is a great book when you want more than just a few lines about a certain oil. The formulas/recipes in the back of the book are wonderful too. I recommend this book to anyone interested in aromatherapy...beginners and pro's! 15 of 16 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars great stuff, February 21, 2002 By  jazzy pom "jazzypom" (united kingdom) - See all my reviews This review is from: Aromatherapy: An A to Z, Revised Edition (Paperback) i borrowed this book from the library (before i bought it!) and it was a good read. It is thorough, well presented, and has enough recipes to get you started. You are steered on the right path in terms of oils that you should be cautious with ( which is a far cry from the recipes that you get on the 'net that just throws out any oil/herb combination without telling you the risks). For a starter aromatherapist, i can truly say that i do feel confident with the products that i make for myself and my family. It is really worth the price and more. You will find yourself reaching for it over and over again. The reason why i gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that the illustrations could have been more oraganized, and more attractively done. It may sound like splitting hairs, but if you tried to use the illustrations as a guide for plants for infused oils, you may be disappointed.		Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book I use this book continually, and suggest it for anyone who loves essential oils and wants to learn more. It is well organized and written in a lovely voice. Read more Published 1 month ago by Andrea Butje 5.0 out of 5 stars Easy To Understand and Learn From! I am very happy with this book! I am a novice essential oil user and this book answers lots of my questions. Read more Published 2 months ago by Shannon Bullock 5.0 out of 5 stars A Helpful Guide As a neophyte to the area of aromotherapy, I found Aromatherapy An A-Z helpful in giving general information. Read more Published 6 months ago by Evelyn Martin-Anderson 4.0 out of 5 stars Good reference book I'm actually using this book in a class right now and it is quite a good reference book. It contains information on both the oils and different ailments. Published 8 months ago by JK 5.0 out of 5 stars WOW! So Much Information! A Must Have Book!! This book is GREAT! It goes into detail on each essential oil (i.e. origin, scent, flavor, use, warnings, description etc. Read more Published 10 months ago by A. Salcedo 4.0 out of 5 stars one of the best references being a massage therapist and frequently using essentials oils, this is by far one of the best reference guides i have found. Read more Published 18 months ago by L. Mayes 4.0 out of 5 stars excellant easy to use book Its actually does what is saying on the cover, it is with out doubt a excellant comprhensive guide and so easy to use, with a lot of common sense advise in the book. Published 22 months ago by Susan A. Parker 5.0 out of 5 stars Araomatherapy an A-Z: The Most Comprehensive Guide to Aromatherapy Ever Published Great book! This is a wonderful source for anything to do with aromatherapy whatsoever!Very Comprehensive and simple to read. Published on April 19, 2007 by J. Di Salvio 5.0 out of 5 stars Aromatherapy A-Z I picked up this book without really knowing what I was buying. I am glad that I did. It is jammed with valuable info. Read more Published on April 21, 2000 by Kim Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Random House UK; Revised edition (October 4, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 009190661X
• ISBN-13: 978-0091906610
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.7 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #63,417 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely the most comprehensive aromatherapy book yet!, January 1, 1998

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This review is from: Aromatherapy: An A to Z, Revised Edition (Paperback)

Aromatherapy: An A-Z is a comprehensive guide to the therapeutic use of essential oils and herbal remedies. Patricia Davis has compiled a vast amount of medical, pharmaceutical, and scientific knowledge into an organized, fascinating, easy-to-understand guidebook. Her expertise as an aromatherapist is reflected in her introduction to essential oils and various natural healing methods and procedures. The historical origins and traditions of healing herbs are presented with recent scientific findings of their properties and chemistry to make this book truly the most comprehensive guide to aromatherapy yet.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful reference book!, June 14, 1998

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This review is from: Aromatherapy: An A to Z, Revised Edition (Paperback)

This is one of the first Aromatherapy books I bought and use it constantly. This is a great book when you want more than just a few lines about a certain oil. The formulas/recipes in the back of the book are wonderful too. I recommend this book to anyone interested in aromatherapy...beginners and pro's!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great stuff, February 21, 2002

By	jazzy pom "jazzypom" (united kingdom) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Aromatherapy: An A to Z, Revised Edition (Paperback)

i borrowed this book from the library (before i bought it!) and it was a good read. It is thorough, well presented, and has enough recipes to get you started. You are steered on the right path in terms of oils that you should be cautious with ( which is a far cry from the recipes that you get on the 'net that just throws out any oil/herb combination without telling you the risks). For a starter aromatherapist, i can truly say that i do feel confident with the products that i make for myself and my family. It is really worth the price and more. You will find yourself reaching for it over and over again.
The reason why i gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that the illustrations could have been more oraganized, and more attractively done. It may sound like splitting hairs, but if you tried to use the illustrations as a guide for plants for infused oils, you may be disappointed.