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Henna's Secret History
Lawsonia inermis ver. alba... "henna". How much do you know about this incredible botanical? Was it sensual Mehndi body adornment or Cleopatra's favorite perfume? An aphrodisiac or a treatment for leprosy? An ancient Roman currency or a last right for the dead? This book takes a fascinating look at one of the most popular botanicals of all time. Never before has a book been devoted to henna as a whole. Drawing on botany, archeology, phytomedicine and folkloric history to define the many ambiguities and misconceptions surrounding it, thus presenting for the first time an accurate and complete history of henna. A portion of the proceeds from this book goes to charity and preservation of henna's history. - In extreme depth, henna's medicinal past is revealed. From the papyrus Ebers to the writings of Galen, discover henna's uses in all of the major Old World medicines. -Did you know henna has some of the most fragrant flowers on earth? Learn why women became addicted to them and the shocking basis for their allure. - Think you know the full story concerning henna body art? Think again. Find out how its history was manufactured in the 19th and 20th century to cover its true origins.
How Flowers Heal
Welcome to the wonderful world of flowers! Whether you're looking to create a chic edible floral soup or a truly personal perfume, you will find it in this book. The only book to explore the many uses of flowers, from the far east of the exotic Orient to the warm charm of the Victorian era, this book brings it all to you in an easy-to-understand format. Charts including essential oil blending and Kempo will allow you to cross reference floral use. The many recipes and condition charts help you to quickly prepare a remedy or lavish treat.
The New Woman's Herbal & Nutritional Guide
Women have special and unique needs. Dr. Marie Miczak addresses the needs of women at their varying stages of life.
Secret Potions, Elixirs & Concoctions
This interesting book contains, in an easy-to-understand format, many ways to utilize botanicals including essential oils, herbs & more for use in everyday life. All you need are simple ingredients & equipment such as a blender to be on your way to quickly whipping up a lavish spa treatment or healing remedy.
Better Nutrition
Reaching nearly 1 million readers monthly, Better Nutrition celebrates 70 years as a leading in-store distributed magazine for health conscious consumers. Widely distributed to thousands of health-food stores and grocery chains across the country, Better Nutrition provides authoritative, well-researched information on food nutrition, dietary concerns, supplements and other natural products.
Mehndi Boy
BIPOC PROTAGONIST: demand is high for early chapter readers featuring BIPOC main characters CELEBRATE SELF-EXPRESSION: celebrates creativity, artistic expression, and being unapologetically yourself with positive, uplifting representation of a boy exploring queerness and gender expression DEBUT: a success story from Annick’s mentorship program for authors from communities historically excluded from children’s publishing, this is Zain’s first book VIVID ILLUSTRATIONS: vibrant, full-color illustrations feature throughout COMMUNITY REPRESENTATION: rich and nuanced representation of Indo-East African, Ismaili Muslim community BACKMATTER EXTRAS: an activity available for readers and a glossary of terms used throughout the book LEVELLING INFO: F-P Guided Code: K - Grade Two II. Lexile Code: 790L
Henna House
"In Yemen in 1920 ... Adela Damari's parents desperately seek a future husband for their young daughter. After passage of the Orphan's Decree, any unbetrothed Jewish child left orphaned will be instantly adopted by the local Muslim community. With her parents' health failing, and no spousal prospects in sight, Adela's situation looks dire until her uncle arrives from a faraway city, bringing with him a cousin and aunt who introduce Adela to the powerful rituals of henna tattooing"--Amazon.com.
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Nature's Weeds, Native Medicine
Nature's Weeds, Native Medicine: Native American Herbal Secrets This book offers a unique insight to the secret healing herbs used by the first inhabitants of North America. More than Native American herbology, these time honored remedies represent the heritage of all Americans as it was previously known as frontier medicine. Discover for yourself what the ancient tribes of the United States used for health, nutrition & healing.
