This compact encyclopaedia details various herbs used in natural remedies and explores their benefits for restoring and maintaining health. The Famous Book of Herbs describes each herb in detail and features information on the various uses and benefits of every plant included. A perfect short read for those interested in herbalism. The chapters featured in this volume include: - Tonics - Herbal Smoking Herbs - Enjoyment - Purity - Benefit - Reducing and Slimming - Intemperance - Abscesses - Acidity - Acne - Anaemia - Asthma - Backache - Biliousness