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A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine

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As someone who has studied Celtic herbalism with Master Herbalists -- and as a practising Druid, I can attest that the herbal constituents, effects, and uses described in this book are spot on. In addition, the author provides little-known folkloric information and background, as well as anecdotal information on how these herbs are used by her own Tradition of Druidism today. Along with her book on Tree Medicine, Ms. Hopman provides information vital not only for Druids, but for herbalists and traditional healers everywhere.

This was such an interesting read. I may never indulge in tree medicine but the history of the druids was very intriguing and enlightening. I would suggest it for anyone that wants to know more about our ancient trees and if your interesting in druid knowledge and ways. I rented it from the library and couldn't take enough notes to satisfy my curiosity, so I ended up buying it from Amazon. Best to read in the spring as many of the tinctures and poltices use spring time bark. After reading this book I wanted to identify all my neighborhood trees and really enjoy what we take for granted every day. Hope you enjoy the read too.

The only disadvantage to the book is knowing where to cut the bark and how to really prepare the medicines in the book. I would like to engage but the directions are not in print.

If you are a tree lover, natural medicine lover or have the previews book, you will want this book. It completes the other part adding some new stuff you will enjoy lots.

I love, love, love this book!

I recommend this book to anybody who wishes to live a healthy, Earth-friendly life.

Hint: Mix a little cream with the tea made from the inner bark of the apple tree, you will never forget the incredible flavour!

Everything sent quickly and no damage to the package. It was what it said it was. Great Book, thanks a lot.

This author is a true Bard and Namer to her brothers the Trees. She interprets their meanings, their power, and the history of their cosmogony. Much like the famous reconstructionists, she recognizes that the sign and the signified are not neccessarily the same when it comes to truly diving into the unique marks of the Ogham [Ogam]. She poetically enumerates on the history of the signs, their religious significance, as well as the many "differing" Ogams that have existed throughout time, from as far back as as we can reach, through the latest dicipherings... Ellen Evert Hopman is a sister to Trees, and can hear their countless whispers and songs, which is what makes this book so magical. -- Crow Birchsong