Herbal Intelligence: Plant Teachers and the Return of Viriditas by David Hoffman

Description: Herbal Intelligence by David Hoffmann A guide to the cultural reawakening of modern herbalism FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A guide to the cultural reawakening of modern herbalism• Reveals how herbalism is a powerful way to participate in the green transformation underway in our culture• Examines the radical and non-hierarchical roots of herbalism, the growth of spiritual awakening and social radicalism• Looks at the most recent research in herbalism, revealing the exponential growth in peer-reviewed literature covering phytotherapy and other herbal-oriented healing modalitiesProviding a comprehensive guide to the dynamic new landscape of modern herbalism, renowned medical herbalist David Hoffmann explores how ancient healing modalities are once again becoming prominent.Using the concept of viriditas—the understanding of nature as divinely intelligent—Hoffmann examines biodiversity and chemodiversity, elaborating on the ecological role of human-herb interactions and coevolutionary relationships between species. Presenting evidence of medicinal plant use by animals and early humans, he reviews herbalism from its ancient roots to the modern varieties in practice today, emphasizing how herbalism that developed outside of the dominant culture laid the foundations for the effective, simple techniques relevant for our modern world. He examines the radical and non-hierarchical roots of herbalism, considering the parallels between the fields development and the growth of spiritual awakening and social radicalism.Exploring herbalism through the modern scientific lens, Hoffmann reveals the exponential growth in recent research and peer-reviewed literature on phytotherapy and herbs. He describes the problems inherent in herbalisms integration into the global marketplace, emphasizing that herbalism must stay rooted in the health of the people to avoid becoming commodified. He offers a range of herbal approaches to support personal and cultural resilience during the myriad crises humanity is facing. Ultimately, Hoffmann says, a vibrant culture of herbalism can have critical implications for the future, serving as a crucial force for health and resilience. Author Biography David Hoffmann, FNIMH, RH(AHG), has been a clinical medical herbalist since 1979. A fellow of Britains National Institute of Medical Herbalists, he is one of the founding members of the American Herbalists Guild and the author of many books, including Medical Herbalism, The Complete Illustrated Holistic Herbal, and The Herbal Handbook. He lives in California. Table of Contents PREFACERadicle and Radical: My Path to HerbalismINTRODUCTIONEmbrace of the GreenPART ONEContext1 The Deep Roots of Modern Herbalism2 Using Herbs in the Context of a Therapeutic System3 Names and Numbers: Defining HerbalismPART TWOThe Science4 An Old Herbalist Looks at the New Science5 The Ecological Theater and the Evolutionary Play6 The Pharmacology of Herbal SynergyPART THREEA Path Forward7 Herbalism Today8 Reality Check9 What Is a Simple Herbalist to Do?CONCLUSIONHerbalism in the AnthropoceneEducational ResourcesReferencesIndexAbout the Author Review "Goes far beyond the science of herbalism by deeply connecting us to viriditas, the power of the green. A testament to grassroots herbalism that has always been and will always be, Herbal Intelligence places herbs at the forefront of coping with a precarious future. Davids gem of a book illuminates how the power of the green may help us not only survive but thrive." * Pam Montgomery, author of Plant Spirit Healing and Partner Earth *"Herbal Intelligence is a brilliant work with surprising insights. It provides deep historical context for peoples herbalism while challenging us to take personal responsibility. As we witness the collapse of various systems—ecosystems, societal structures, health care—it urges us to build a resilient medicine chest. David has given us a practical guide on how local herbs, herbalism, and community herbalists can play a meaningful role in survival and resilience in these increasingly uncertain times." * J. A. Brinckmann, president of the board of trustees at the American Botanical Council and vice chai *"This book calls for a revolution, a green revolution. It delves into history, plant chemistry, synergy, new and old ideas, philosophy, ecology, and politics. It lays out the foundation for the use of herbs for personal, community, and global health, while breaking the links between the commodification and industrialization of plant medicine and our relationship with plants as our oldest allies in healing." * David Winston, RH(AHG), author of Adaptogens *"This book is on the cutting edge of herbalist knowledge. It explores the subject from its Paleolithic beginnings all the way to the research results of modern analytic science, while at the same time not forgetting holistic ecological aspects and the sacredness of life." * Wolf D. Storl, PhD, author of The Heart and Its Healing Plants and Witchcraft Medicine *"Its a joy to be ensnared in David Hoffmanns web. Want to reweave the healing cloak of the ancients? Read this book from one of the centurys brightest minds and greenest hearts. As a green witch, Ive long admired his green man persona. As a trained scientist, Ive long applauded his clear thinking and clear speech. Read any part of Herbal Intelligence, and youll applaud and admire him too." * Susun Weed, author of the Wise Woman Herbal series *"This book is infused with joy, reverence, and hope. Underpinning it all is our everlasting relationship with plants, grounded in simple daily rhythms of the herbal practice. If you havent explored herbalism, David tells why you need to and lays out a variety of entry paths: from the systems science that is helping us better understand the wild complexity of plant chemistry in medicine, to an ecologically grounded philosophy that suggests these plants can connect us to planetary intelligence in a meaningful way, to a basic tool kit of herbal remedies you can make and use yourself. David shows how herbal intelligence can help us today and serve as a life raft for the future." * Guido Masé, clinical herbalist, herbal educator, and author of The Wild Medicine Solution *"David Hoffmann has been present at every seminal juncture for herbalists, and with Herbal Intelligence, he once again delivers vital teachings with brilliance and bravery. From seeding true holism into our herbal work with his early books to delving deeper into the magnificence of science with Medical Herbalism, Hoffmann now guides our community and the world with grace, integrity, and uncanny tenderness through the storms and stunning possibilities of these challenging times." * Kat Maier, founder and director of Sacred Plant Traditions and author of Energetic Herbalism *"David Hoffmann has once again written a masterful tome for herbalists everywhere! This philosophical and practical look into botanical medicine spans its historical roots into the 21st century and beyond. From our human relationship with the planet and its medicine all the way to an herbal primer, this is yet another indispensable classic for every herbalists bookshelf." * Sam Coffman, RH, founder and director of the Herbal Medics Academy and author of Herbal Medic *"Hoffmann shows that the use of herbal remedies, which has taken place throughout history and everywhere on earth, is not only still fully valid but also the most beneficial way to cure illnesses." * Christopher Vasey, ND, author of The Naturopathic Way and The Acid-Alkaline Diet for Optimum Health * Details ISBN1620556146 Author David Hoffmann Pages 256 Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781620556146 Format Paperback Imprint Healing Arts Press Subtitle Plant Teachers and the Return of Viriditas Audience General Publisher Inner Traditions Bear and Company Place of Publication Rochester Country of Publication United States ISBN-10 1620556146 DEWEY 615.321 AU Release Date 2024-09-17 Publication Date 2024-09-12 US Release Date 2024-09-12 UK Release Date 2024-09-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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