Book reviews from gardenguides

Sacred Plant Medicine: Explorations in the Practice of Indigenous Herbalism

by Chelsea Green Pub Co

An excellent, in depth study of the Native American's relationship with plants for the purpose of treating illness. Highly recommended.

William the Curious: Knight of the Water Lilies

by Santore, Charles

This book is beautifully illustrated by the author. You can almost see the glitter of the chain mail and the texture of the fabrics. This is the story of a corageous frog who stands up to knights in armor, and a queen who can't see what's right in front of her. Though out of print and hard to find, this book is a treasure for any family collection.

Grassroots

by Carl Sandburg

Evocative poetry for children ages 4-8 about the sights and sounds of the Midwest. A perfect introduction to poetry, and a great great gift for National Poetry Month (July).

The Cherokee People: The Story of the Cherokees from Earlist Origins to Contemporary Times

by Thomas E. Mails

You may not recognize the name Thomas E. Mails, but you are sure to recognize his Native American drawings and paintings that illustrate this book. This book covers the Cherokee tribe from its earliest origins to the present.

The Ecological Indian: Myth and History

by Shepard Krech III

This book explores the romantic myths about the Native American's philosophy regarding nature conservation and ecology, and the truth about their relationship to their relationship to nature before and after the arrival of Europeans. A must read for ecologists and historians.