Vitalism: The History of Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Flower Essences by Matthew W

Description: Vitalism: The History of Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Flower Essences by Matthew Wood Vitalism, the recognition that the physical body is animated by a vital life forve, is the foundation of most natural healing therapies. The forefathers of alternative medicine discovered methods of healing the body by stimulating this life force. In "Vitalism: The History of Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Flower Essences," Matthew Wood describes the theories, lives, and work of nine great physicians who laid the groundwork for natural medicine. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Vitalism, the recognition that the physical body is animated by a vital life force, is the foundation of most natural healing therapies. The forefathers of alternative medicine discovered methods of healing the body by stimulating this life force. In this work, Matthew Wood describes the theories, lives, and work of nine great physicians who laid the groundwork for natural medicine. Author Biography Matthew Wood, a practicing herbalist for over twenty-five years, lives on an herb farm thirty minutes west of downtown Minneapolis. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and holds a Master of Science degree in Herbal Medicine from the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine, accredited by the University of Wales. Wood is the author of four previous books (all published by North Atlantic Books) and a registered herbalist, or professional member, of the American Herbalists Guild, the only self-regulating body of practicing herbalists in the United States. He is also a regular contributor to Review ..".Vitalism shows the continuity of independent thinking from which all progress springs, and should bolster the spirits of those who are still being persecuted for deviating from the party line."--Irene Alleger "Matthew Wood has written an outstanding book, with much to contribute to the herbal renaissance and the coming of age of holistic medicine. It is a unique and important look at the history of western medicine from the perspective of vitalism."--David Hoffman Review Quote "...Vitalismshows the continuity of independent thinking from which all progress springs, and should bolster the spirits of those who are still being persecuted for deviating from the party line." -Irene Alleger "Matthew Wood has written an outstanding book, with much to contribute to the herbal renaissance and the coming of age of holistic medicine. It is a unique and important look at the history of western medicine from the perspective of vitalism." -David Hoffman Details ISBN1556433409 Author Matthew Wood Publisher North Atlantic Books Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1556433409 ISBN-13 9781556433405 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY B Year 2000 Publication Date 2000-03-31 Imprint North Atlantic Books,U.S. Subtitle The History of Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Flower Essences Place of Publication Berkeley, CA Country of Publication United States Illustrations ill Short Title VITALISM 2/E Pages 232 Residence Minnetrista, MN, US Birth 1954 DOI 10.1604/9781556433405 Audience General/Trade We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137637340;

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