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Blackberry Cove Herbal: Healing With Common Herbs in the Appalachian Wise-Woman Tradition

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This beautiful book is bursting with information and wonderful word pictures. I would read it without the info about herbs just for the trip back to the Appalachian mountains I love and miss. However, the information is very interesting and helpful to anyone who wants to make use of the "everyday" plants that are around us. Great book!

Initially, I bought Blackberry Cove Herbal as a wedding shower gift for my sister, but after looking through the book, I ended up keeping it for myself and buying her another copy. What a lovely book! The illustrations are beautiful, especially the paintings by Toni Walker. I am not someone who uses herbs or is terribly interested in that whole lifestyle, but this book is a wonderful story and reference tool.

This book is Linda's best. I have them all, being part of her family. She has captured the lifestyle and history of this part of West Virginia and combined it perfectly with her herbal lore. This book is just not for the hebalist but would be enjoyed by everyone.

What a beautiful book! Rago's writing is more poetry than prose, and really captures the beauty of what must be a wonderous place. Never before have I wanted to travel to West Virginia so much! The legends she weaves are fascinating, and the recipes are fun and easy to make. Try the West Virginia Blackberry Cobbler-delicious!

I love this book! Not only does it give you needed info on certain common herbs and directions on how to use it best, but I LOVE the bits of folklore, history and wise woman ways. It is a gentle, warm book that is informative and fun!