Expanded and revised, this comprehensive guide features magical uses of over 400 herbs and plants from all parts of the world. With over 500,000 copies in print, this reference book is a must for all who perform natural magic. It features illustrations for easy identification of every herb, in addition to common names, use, and rulership.

Comments entertainingly on the bonds between superstitious beliefs and the practices and prescriptions of 17th- and 18-century English medical practitioners.

749 entries to scientific and popular books. Includes "some of the best works in the field, representative examples of poor ones, and some unusual titles." Arranged in 2 parts covering general reference sources and source materials by subject areas. Each entry gives bibliographical information and abstract. Contains a directory of organizations, associations, and groups. Author/title and subject indexes.

Includes entries for maps and atlases.