Wild Wisdom: The Folklore, History, Myths and Magic of Herbs
Apr 2027 · Random House
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From the bestselling author of The Handmade Apothecary, Wild Wisdom is a celebration of herbs – their beauty and beneficial qualities, but also the myths and legends that are associated with them.
Concentrating on over 50 of the most common wild plants, Kim Walker helps you to identify them and discover their edible and medicinal benefits. Woven into the text are fascinating stories from across the globe that bring the herbs to life.
For each herb you’ll discover:
- Simple herbal remedies for home use – from Mugwort Dream Drops for vivid dreaming to Elderberry Gummies for immunity and gut health
- Common names, etymology, habitat, description and harvesting tips
- Stunning illustrations for easy identification to prompt you to get outside and into nature
- The folklore, history and magic, for that deeper dive
Also included are beautiful seasonal spreads of: spring greens, edible flowers, wild garlics, herbs and spices, flowers of the meadow and fruits of the autumn to create a seasonal guide, packed with insightful information and advice, to encourage you to appreciate the herbs that live around you.
From the bestselling author of The Handmade Apothecary, Wild Wisdom is a celebration of herbs – their beauty and beneficial qualities, but also the myths and legends that are associated with them.
Concentrating on over 50 of the most common wild plants, Kim Walker helps you to identify them and ...
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About the author
Kim Walker is an author, researcher, consultant and foraging teacher with over 15 years experience. Initially trained in medical herbalism, a fascination with nature, history and books led her into bio-cultural history at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, where she completed her PhD in 2023. She has written two books for Kew, on quinine (for which she won a Fortnum & Mason Food & Drink Award) and coca. She has extensive experience as a consultant in the Film and TV industry, including for films such as "The Favourite," (2018) "Maleficent," (2019) and most recently "Hamnet" (2025). She is also the co-author of bestselling The Handmade Apothecary and The Herbal Remedy Handbook.
Kim Walker is an author, researcher, consultant and foraging teacher with over 15 years experience. Initially trained in medical herbalism, a fascination with nature, history and books led her into bio-cultural history at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, where she completed her PhD in 2023. She ha...
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