Ireland's Wild Plants - Softcover

A treasury of ancient and interesting information. * The Irish Times * Exquisitely illustrated. * Sunday Independent * A delightful, thoroughly-researched book. * Irish Examiner * A beautiful book. * Books Ireland * A delightful book. * The Irish Garden * 'Wonderful book' * Sunday Independent *

Ireland's wild plants have been part of our culture and folklore from the earliest times, featuring in the Brehon Laws, early Irish poetry and herbal medicine. Plants are described in seasonal order and different aspects are examined: their roles in magical protection, charms and spells, emblems in children's games, Irish place names and folklore. This beautifully illustrated and comprehensive compilation of natural history, mythology and folklore will entertain and enlighten all interested in the wild plants of Ireland.