Alison Denham Bücher

This is a memoir about hope - hope in others, hope in systems, and hope for the future. I've never quite known where to begin when someone asks me what I've been up to.

Drawing on the work of herbalist Nicholas Culpeper, this updated introduction celebrates the holistic medical traditions of the West. With information on the use of the horoscope and herbal remedies, it looks at the preservation of health and the prevention of disease, explaining the various disease states, their diagnosis and treatment.

Focusing on the historical applications of 27 essential plants, this book offers insights into their uses over 2000 years, from ancient texts by Dioscorides and Trotula to Renaissance manuscripts and modern practices. It emphasizes how traditional knowledge can be integrated into contemporary phytotherapy, providing a valuable perspective for practitioners looking to enhance their understanding and application of herbal medicine.

Exploring Plato's Philosophy of Art, this collection of essays delves into themes found in works such as The Republic, Phaedrus, and Symposium. It addresses key issues like the tension between philosophy and poetry, the ethical implications of music, the nature of beauty, and the role of censorship and emotions in art. Each essay offers insights into how these dialogues inform our understanding of art's moral and aesthetic dimensions.