American Root Drugs (1907)

By Alice Henkel

Book Overview

American Root Drugs is a book written by Alice Henkel in 1907. The book is a comprehensive guide to the medicinal properties of various American roots, including their history, cultivation, and preparation for medicinal use. The book covers a wide range of roots, from well-known plants like ginseng and goldenseal to lesser-known ones like black cohosh and wild yam. The book also includes detailed instructions on how to prepare and administer the roots, as well as their dosages and potential side effects. The author provides detailed information on the chemical composition of each root and its potential benefits for various ailments, such as digestive disorders, respiratory illnesses, and nervous system disorders. In addition to its practical information, American Root Drugs is also a fascinating historical document, providing a glimpse into the early 20th-century American herbal medicine industry. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in herbal medicine or the history of medicine in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166429725
• ISBN13: 9781166429720
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"