"Ms. Hopman demonstrates a wide knowledge of the Celts and their mythology as well as her understanding of modern homeopathy. Her book includes a Celtic dictionary, which makes it all the more appealing to anyone interested in ancient Celtic lore. She moves through the year describing rituals and herbal uses for Druidic holidays and celebrations. Herbs for marriage, funerals, births, and house blessings are discussed in detail. A fascinating herbal.”
Country Living
"A Druid's Herbal will certainly promote your own wisdom and health, and it makes a valuable addition to any home library."
Sage Woman
This complete guide to the plant lore of the Druids covers the eight major festivals of the Pagan year and the appropriate herbs and rituals to celebrate these sacred days. Rich in tradition and folklore, A Druid's Herbal will be an important resource for herbal and ritual wisdom during the round of the sacred year.
A Druid's Herbal for the Sacred Earth Year provides complete instructions in both the medicinal and magickal uses of the herbs associated with each season.
Includes chapters on herbal alchemy and the planets; ancient groves and stone circles; herbs for children; and information on the use of herbs for consecration and purification, for house blessings, marriages, funerals, and more.
An invaluable herbal for Pagans and particularly anyone interested in the Druidic tradition from ancient to modern times.
Author Ellen Evert Hopman is a master herbalist and homeopath and vice president of Keltria, the International Druid Fellowship. A professional member of the American Herbalists Guild, she resides in Massachusetts.
Other books by Ellen Evert Hopman:
A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine
Walking the World in Wonder: A Children’s Herbal
Priestess of the Forest: A Druid Journey
You may also be interested in:
The Druids
Celtic Priests of Nature
The Green Witch Herbal: Restoring Nature's Magic in Home, Health, and Beauty Care
Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs