The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy & Herbalism (Paperback)

~ (Author) "Aromatic plants and oils have been used for thousands of years, as incense, perfumes and cosmetics and for their medical and culinary applications..." (more)
Key Phrases: British Herbal Pharmacopoeia, North America, West Indian (more...)

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Product Description

Illustrated throughout in full color, this indispensable reference work is a complete A-to-Z compendium of aromatics, with extensive information about the origins, properties, uses, and actions of 165 extensive herbs and essential oils. Over 600 photos & illustrations.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Element Books Ltd.; 2nd edition (December 25, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1852307218
• ISBN-13: 978-1852307219
• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 7.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #403,174 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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64 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is for anyone and everyone!!!, May 25, 1999

By	Niccole A. Hatcher (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have ordered this book, and I have yet to put it down!! There are at least 165 essential oils in this book, along with the photos that correspond with the name of the oil/herbs. This book shows a very beautiful illustration of aromatherapy, and it tells you which oils to avoid as well. I would say to any aspiring aromatherapist, or someone who is doing this as a hobby, this is THE book you need to add to your collection.

61 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books I've found on aromatherapy, December 8, 1999

By	Dan (Manchester, NH, USA) - See all my reviews

When I started researching natural treatments for arthritis and other ailments to incorporate into my massages, I looked at many a book on aromatherapy, ranging in price from $10 to $79. This book is complete and concise - I checked Julia's info on many different oils against other books written by doctors, scientists, etc. costing much more. All was very accurate, and this book even has pictures, traditional folk medicine uses, etc. If you're into aromatherapy, you need this book!

56 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you're interested in aromatherapy, you need Lawless., December 29, 1996

By A Customer

Julia Lawless's Encyclopedia of Essential Oils is rightfully regarded as one of the primary reference books for anyone who wants to explore essential oils and their uses in aromatherapy. Beautifully organized and wonderfully easy to use, it is far and away the most frequently-consulted volume in my aromatherapy library. The book includes a concise outline of the history, chemistry and use of essential oils, although this section is more of a summary/review than a primer for beginners to the field. The heart of the book is Lawless's admirably consistent, clear and detailed presentation of 165 common and uncommon essential oils. In a spacious, well- organized and convenient lay-out, she gives each plant's common name, Latin name and synonyms; its description and distribution; related species; traditional and herbal uses; extraction methods; the aroma and appearance of the oil; chemical and (sensibly cautious) safety data as well as its uses in aromatherapy and in the home. All that's missing are "scratch and sniff" strips!