A renowned ethnologist with the Smithsonian Institution offers a fascinating wealth of material on nearly 200 plants that were used by the Chippewas of Minnesota and Wisconsin. The volume provides an emphasis on wild plants and their lesser-known uses. "A fascinating, well-illustrated study." — Grand Rapids Gazette. 33 plates.
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Acupuncture Medicine: Its Historical and Clinical Background by Yoshiaki Omura This complete and coherent guide includes historical background, the anatomical and pathophysiological concepts of Oriental medicine, and a detailed review of diagnostic methods. 114 black-and-white illustrations.
Native Harvests: American Indian Wild Foods and Recipes by E. Barrie Kavasch From clambakes to wild strawberry bread, this practical primer on natural foods not only provides recipes for varied Native American dishes but also describes uses of ceremonial, medicinal, and sacred plants. 147 illustrations.
