A Book of Simples (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover a 17th-century compendium of cures, cordials, and home remedies crafted for everyday health.

This edition presents a historical handbook of practical recipes, from mixed waters and cordials to salves, ointments, and remedies for animals. It collects step-by-step instructions and lists of ingredients for a wide range of ailments and culinary preparations, reflecting the medical and domestic knowledge of its era. Readable and richly atmospheric, it offers a window into how people approached health, comfort, and everyday care at home.

• Recipes for salves, oils, and ointments used to treat wounds and skin issues.


• Instructions for making cordials, milks, and restorative beverages.


• Treatments aimed at horses and domestic animals, alongside human remedies.


• Historical context on measurements, preparation methods, and storied remedies.

Ideal for history enthusiasts, antique recipe collectors, and readers curious about early modern household medicine.

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