Garden Spice and Wild Pot-Herbs: An American Herbal

The book is in fair condition, with visible wear on the cover including a crease and a small tear at the top edge. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. There is no dust jacket, as issued for this paperback edition.

"Garden Spice and Wild Pot-Herbs: An American Herbal" by Walter Conrad Muenscher and Myron Arthur Rice, with woodcut illustrations by Elfriede Abbe, is a comprehensive guide to American herbs. Published by Comstock Publishing Associates, a division of Cornell University Press in 1978, this is the first printing in the Cornell Paperbacks series. Originally copyrighted in 1955, this edition brings the work's valuable insights to a broader audience. The authors, renowned for their expertise in botany and horticulture, offer a detailed exploration of garden spices and wild edible herbs. This edition is particularly significant for collectors and enthusiasts of herbal literature, offering both historical and practical perspectives on herb cultivation and use. The book covers a range of topics including herb gardening, cookery, and the identification of wild edible plants. Condition is fair, with some wear on the cover. This edition is a valuable addition to any botanical or culinary library.