The Folk-lore of Plants

The Folk-lore of Plants

by T. F. T (Thomas Firminger Thiselton) Dyer

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328 pages~5.5 hr readPublished by Chatto & Windus, PiccadillyPublished 1889-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

  • You're fascinated by the superstitions and folk beliefs that shaped how people once lived with nature.
  • You collect odd historical tidbits and enjoy learning the 'why' behind old wives' tales.
  • You're researching plant symbolism for writing, gardening, or understanding historical herbalism.

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  • You want a practical modern guide to growing plants or their medicinal uses.
  • You prefer narrative storytelling and character-driven accounts over reference-style compilations.
  • You're looking for scientific explanations rather than folklore, superstition, and historical belief.

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