This practical guide to the traditional herbalism of Thailand contains an overview of the history, theory, and spirituality of traditional Thai medicine, with a focus on the application to modern Western life.
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Customer Rating: Summary: Reveiw for A Thai Herbal Comment: I love this book. It is packed with information that you can use and will not go out of date. It is a treasure. If you have an interest in learning more about this subject this is the book. It travels easily and it is like a good friend , will help you feel better! Customer Rating: Summary: great book Comment: This book reveals the depth of the practice of herbal treatments and remedies in Thailand, complete with recipes and recommendations. I regard this book as a valuable reference. You will find an accurate account of the herbal compress massage, which is certainly not regarded as a new spa treatment in Thailand! Instead, it is a vital part of Thai herbal healing. A great book and a good resource on the subject of Thai herbs and their place in traditional Thai medicine. Customer Rating: Summary: One of a kind Comment: Even in Thailand, it is very difficult to find books on this subject written in the english language. In the western world, I don't think you will find any other. Luckily, it's a good one. If you are fortunate enough to travel to Thailand you can get the edition that does have the names of the herbs written in the thai script as well. I love this book, and am grateful that it's out there. Customer Rating: Summary: Ancient Traditions Brought Alive Comment: I spend my weekends in the Thai countryside at a place called Kung Wiman and am amazed at the local knowledge about Thai herbs which they use in their everyday lives. My husband, who is Thai, taught me quite a lot, but it's been difficult because he only knew the Thai names for plants and herbs. So C. Pierce Salguero's book has been a huge help, as it gave names in Thai as well as common and Latin names along with explanations and context. It has helped me to identify plants and their uses. I am trying them out for myself and have had a good experience so far. By the way many of these herbs are now available in other countries and there are also parallels with traditions such as Ayurveda and Chinese. My only small criticism is that I would like to see the names written in the Thai script as well. I recently bought another of his books on spiritual healing which is also very good. These ancient healing techniques are unique and very much alive today and it is fantastic that C. Pierce Salguero is introducing them to a wider audience. Customer Rating: Summary: A beautifully inspiring book! Comment: As a Thai Massage Practioner I have found "A Thai Herbal" to be an excellent addition to my library & my practice. This book is perfect for people with any level of knowledge in herbology, from basic to advanced. It looks at Traditional Thai Healing systems from the holistic standpoint, discussing not only the Materia Medica of Thai Herbs but also the Thai traditions of use for them. Pierce guides the reader on a journey of using Thai herbs thru diet, massage, herbal compresses and bodycare/household products that ends with the reader feeling they have really been taught from a traditional viewpoint. It also contains a very helpful resource section for those wanting to learn more about these healing plants.
