The Fragrant Heavens [Paperback]

Valerie Ann Worwood (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1999

The search for spiritual enlightenment has become a major force in the modern world, as people seek a sense of being that goes beyond their need for material goods. With "The Fragrant Heavens", Valerie Ann Worwood breaks new ground by examining the use of fragrance in spirituality. Drawing on the pioneering research of eminent scientists and leading spiritual teachers, "The Fragrant Heavens" provides comprehensive advice on the use of fragrance in many fields of spiritual practice being used today. It describes how plant energies can effect a positive connection between the physical and spiritual self, and how fragrance is associated with the human aura. Extensive exercises and formulas demonstrate how aroma can be used in healing, prayer and meditation. Finally, "The Fragrant Heavens" provides a definitive reference to over seventy oils, explaining their uses with regard to spiritual and vibrational medicine. Valerie Ann Worwood began her study of how the body, mind and spirit are enhanced through the use of essential oils and aromatherapy treatments in her bestselling books "The Fragrant Pharmacy" and "The Fragrant Mind". Now, in "The Fragrant Heavens", she concludes her exploration, providing a truly revelatory and comprehensive study that will guide you in your search for spiritual awareness.

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About the Author

Valerie Ann Worwood is internationally acknowledged as one of the world's leading aromatherapists and is the author of the bestselling The Fragrant Pharmacy, The Fragrant Mind and The Fragrant Heavens. Awarded a Doctorate in 1990, she has served on the executive councils of the International Federation of Aromatherapists and the Aromatherapy Organizations Council, and has initiated research projects into the clinical use of essential oils. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 445 pages
• Publisher: Bantam Books (Transworld Publishers a division of the Random House Group) (October 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553505793
• ISBN-13: 978-0553505795
• Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 1.3 x 7.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,253,274 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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76 of 77 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Extraordinary, Wonderful Book August 25, 1999

By A Customer

Format:Paperback

This book does wonderful justice to what we have all subliminally known - namely that scent and fragrance work on more than the physical realm. In this remarkable book, Valerie Worwood discusses in great detail the role of essential oils in all kinds of spiritual and emotional practice and healing. For example there are numerous colour photographs of the remarkably beautiful auras of different oils. There are table compiled by those who have real experience of them, of how oils interact with angels (don't let this put you off) and there is an in depth discussion of each of 62 oils and how they work to support and heal us on a deeper and higher levels than anything purely chemical could. I have long used and love essential oils and this is an invaluable addition to my library of more basic introductions to the physical properties of the oils. Incidentally, Worwood's Fragrant Pharmacy is one of the best books of its kind of the medical and household uses of oils, and her Fragrant Mind is BY FAR the best book on healing mind and emotions with essential oils.

28 of 32 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Labor of Love February 8, 2000

By Deborah Layton

Format:Paperback

One can easily tell that the author has not only spent much time studying and working with this aspect of aromatherapy, but the writing was purely a labor of love. Her other books are very good. This one is excellent. Even people who do not particularly do this type of practice will appreciate the detailed knowledge provided and the author's deep respect for the subject.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Heavenly March 4, 2004

By Stephanie Rose Bird VINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

When there are so many readymade products on the market, why do people take so much time to create their own? Reading "The Fragrant Heavens" supplies key answers to this question, the most significant is our desire to tap into the spiritual dimensions of plants. "The Fragrant Heavens" is another stellar work by Valerie Ann Worwood. This is a book to treasure and to give as as a gift to anyone involved in holistic health or spirituality.