Purchon N. Nerys Purchon's Handbook of Herbs: A Recipe for Daily Living. An A to Z of Essential Herbs

Hodder, 2002. — 406 p.Nerys Purchon, one of Australia's most popular herb and aromatherapy writers, shares her vast knowledge and love of herbs in this comprehensive handbook. With a lifetime's experience of herbcraft, Nerys explains the properties of herbs in clear and simple language. There is a wealth of information, including:
-Hints for growing and harvesting herbs
-Tips on how to store and preserve your herbs
-An A-Z of herbal living-remedies for headache, sinus, cuts
-Sections for women, children and babies
-Herbal beauty-skincare, facemasks, body lotions
-Herbal teas, massages and baths for relaxation
-Recipes and advice for cooking with herbs