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Jean Valnet M.D. (Author), Robert B. Tisserand (Editor)
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  • Paperback: 280 pages
  • Publisher: Healing Arts Press (June 1, 1982)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0892813989
  • ISBN-13: 978-0892813988
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Practice of Aromatherapy, June 14, 2000
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This review is from: The Practice of Aromatherapy: A Classic Compendium of Plant Medicines and Their Healing Properties (Paperback)
When you look in the Bibliographies of Aromatherapy books, The Practice of Aromatherapy by Valnet, is always mentioned. There's a good reason why: first written in 1980 and translated into English in 1982, Valnet (an M.D.) is one of the foremost experts in Aromatherapy. His book not only teaches about the healing power of aromatic plants, but, gives textbook like instruction in the importance of herbals and essential oils. He includes studies on 40 individual essential oils, detailing their internal and external uses along with some recipes. There is also a Therapeutic Index, case histories, and formulas. I dont think this is a beginners book; however, a must for the serious student of Aromatherapy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A real treasure!, June 12, 1998
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For those who have always been afraid to use essential oils to their fullest advantage, I highly recommend this book. It's chock full of prescriptions for almost every disease known to man. A gentle way to healing ourselves and a real education for those inclined towards learning the chemistry of Mother Natures pharmacy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Well documented classic, January 11, 2006
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The previous reviewer who said this book was just a compilation of anecdotes and imagination didn't read carefully. Dr. Valnet includes several medical case studies as well as detailed anecdotes. The medical establishment is notorious for discounting "common wisdom" when it comes to herbals, and yet this information has been passed on for generations. Dr. Valnet, as a medical doctor, includes the uses as well as some warnings. His writing is sometimes difficult to understand, as he uses a lot of medical terminology, some of which is European. But the glossary in the back helps tremendously. I'm just beginning on my herbal education road, and I chose this book because so many other herbals refer to it. It's challenging getting through the introduction and the whys/wherefores. But once the foundation information is established, the rest goes quickly and easily. Contains listings by herb as well as by ailment, making it easy to study either a single herb or try different approaches for a single ailment.
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