Green Pharmacy: The History and Evolution of Western Herbal Medicine (Paperback)

~ Barbara Griggs (Author)
Key Phrases: botanic medicine, heroic medicine, regular medicine, United States, New York, North America (more...)

Editorial Reviews

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... researched to the point where those of us who have dabbled in the subject are left feeling embarrassed.... -- Brian Inglis, The New Scientist

A modern classic that can be consulted by all of those interested in getting a keener insight into... drug therapy... -- From the foreword by Norman R. Farnsworth, Professor of Pharmocognosy, University of Illinois Medical Center

This meticulously referenced, captivating book is guaranteed to hold surprises even for those who consider themselves well-informed on the topic. -- Napra Review, Vol. 9, No. 2

To congratulate Barbara Griggs is not only a pleasure but a duty, for she has given us a useful tool... -- Richard Evans Schultes, Jeffrey Professor of Biology and Director of the Botanical Museum, emeritus, Harvard University

Well researched, highly readable, and ultimately entertaining. -- Yoga Journal

Well-written and extensive. -- American Herb Association

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"Probably the most definitive history of the origin and development of herbal medicine in the West . . . should be required reading for every herbalist, pharmacist, physician, and regulatory official."
(HerbalGram )

"A modern classic that can be consulted by all of those interested in getting a keener insight into the trials and tribulations, the pitfalls and rewards, and the history and future of drug therapy from nature."
(From the foreword by Norman R. Farnsworth, Professor of Pharmocognosy, University of Illinois Medical Center  )

"A history of grass-roots medicine, researched to the point where those of us who have dabbled in the subject are left feeling embarrassed at the wealth of source material that we left unread."

(Brian Inglis, The New Scientist )

"To congratulate Barbara Griggs is not only a pleasure but a duty, for she has given us a useful tool, the need of which has been felt but hitherto never filled."
(Richard Evans Schultes, Jeffrey Professor of Biology and Director of the Botanical Museum (emeritus), Harvard University  )

"Well researched, highly readable, and ultimately entertaining."
(Yoga Journal )

"This meticulously referenced, captivating book is guaranteed to hold surprises even for those who consider themselves well-informed on the topic."
(Napra Review, Vol. 9, No. 2 )

"Here are the highs and lows, the compassion and the competition and the pain and the joys of 2000 plus years of western herbal medicine. Well-written and extensive."
(American Herb Association )

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Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Healing Arts Press; 3 edition (October 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892817275
• ISBN-13: 978-0892817276
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #78,114 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finding affordable medicine, October 14, 2000

By	George W. Fisk (St. Joseph, MI USA) - See all my reviews

The sick and suffering in the USA who are appalled by current high prices for their medication will be amazed to learn this struggle has been unceasing throughout human history. Barbara Griggs describes how for many centuries inexpensive herbal remedies were fostered by women who were unable to afford the costly medicines or services of established doctors. For current times, the author explains,"The quiet revolution which is gradually bringing plants back to centre-stage is patient rather than doctor-driven. It is patients who may be bankrupted by the cost of medical treatment, if they are not lucky enough to be clients of a generous national health service"pg.369 An outraged public is making this a major concern of the presidential election. To intelligently deal with our current medical dilemma, read and absorb this studiously prepared history of ways of healing.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Well researched book!, August 8, 2001

By	"westnet" (Erskine Park, NSW Australia) - See all my reviews

Green Pharmacy is one of the best books to read on the history of Herbalism and its connections to medical treatments. I liked it because it clearly explains how the principal constituent when isolated for conventional medicinal purposes, can cause harmful side effects. The book reveals that using herbs as a whole plant is more beneficial. A very educational book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read and comprehensive, April 29, 2006

By	naturopathicnd (Oregon, USA) - See all my reviews

This is a wonderful easy read about the history of western herbalism. It is very thorough without becoming dry or overbearing, and is written in a very pleasant style.