Gerard's Herball

By John Gerard

"Gerard's Herball" stands as one of the most significant and enduring works in the history of English botany and herbalism. Compiled by the celebrated plantsman John Gerard, this expansive volume offers a comprehensive survey of the plant kingdom as it was understood during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The work meticulously catalogs a vast array of native and exotic species, providing detailed accounts of their physical characteristics, growth habits, and medicinal virtues.

Blending early scientific observation with folklore and practical horticultural wisdom, the text serves as an invaluable record of the Renaissance-era relationship between humanity and the natural world. Within its pages, readers will discover descriptions of common garden flowers, wild herbs, and species then newly introduced to Europe. Beyond its botanical utility, the "Herball" is celebrated for its rich, evocative prose and its historical role in the development of English botanical nomenclature. Whether viewed as a foundational text in the history of science or a treasury of traditional plant lore, "Gerard's Herball" remains a masterpiece of natural history, essential for gardeners, historians, and lovers of botanical art.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025681916
• ISBN13: 9781025681917
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"