Discover a 19th‑century glimpse into South Africa’s medicinal flora
This catalogue presents indigenous Cape plants used as remedies, with practical notes on their care and preparation. This edition gathers Cape remedies as known to farmers, practitioners, and inhabitants. It documents how plants were identified, described, and applied, offering a historically grounded view of traditional medicine at the Cape of Good Hope. The author frames the material as a precursor to a more extensive future work, inviting readers to explore an era’s pharmacognosy through accessible, plant‑by‑plant profiles.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of South African medicinal plants as understood in the mid-19th century. The author, a medical practitioner with decades of experience in the Cape Colony, presents a detailed catalogue of indigenous plants used for healing purposes by local inhabitants. He meticulously describes each plant, including its physical characteristics, common names, and traditional medicinal uses. The book explores a rich tapestry of knowledge passed down through generations of indigenous peoples and colonial farmers, revealing a system of healing distinct from the European medical practices of the time. The author delves into the properties of various plants, their effectiveness in treating specific ailments, and the methods of preparation used by the local population. He also draws parallels between indigenous remedies and their European counterparts, demonstrating the shared understanding of therapeutic principles across different cultures. The book serves as a testament to the value of traditional knowledge and its potential to inform modern medical practices. This insightful work provides a window into the history of medicinal botany and its relevance to the evolving landscape of healthcare. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333998967_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333998967
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333998967
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)