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Plant Lore and Legend - The wisdom and wonder of plants and flowers revealed (Hardcover) Loot Price: R215
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Plant Lore and Legend - The wisdom and wonder of plants and flowers revealed (Hardcover): Ruth Binney

Plant Lore and Legend - The wisdom and wonder of plants and flowers revealed (Hardcover)

Ruth Binney

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Trying to understand the wonders and mysteries of the natural world has been a human preoccupation since the earliest times. Myriad myths and legends have subsequently evolved to explain the existence and power of our fertile planet. At the same time, the knowledge of which plants to use as essential foods, remedies, and for construction was of obvious importance, not only to learn but also to pass on and remember. It is therefore hardly surprising that from all corners of the globe a wealth of stories, myths and legends about plants has been passed down to us, gathered together in this fascinating volume. Here you will discover sound principles in some of the traditional advice, and wisdom in many of the observations of the plant world. However there are also highly fanciful superstitions, intriguing tales and amusing anecdotes, which any plant lover will truly relish. Discover which trees are believed to have healing powers? How, in legend, the white rose turn red? Why the lily is a symbol of purity? Any why is it considered unlucky to bring some flowers indoors?

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Imprint: Rydon Publishing
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: March 2016
Authors: Ruth Binney
Dimensions: 172 x 130 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 978-1-910821-10-7
Categories: Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Myths & mythology
Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Plant life: general > General
Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Folklore
Books > Religion & Spirituality > Myths & mythology
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LSN: 1-910821-10-1
Barcode: 9781910821107

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