Is it possible that plants have shaped the very trajectory of human cultures? Using riveting stories of fieldwork in remote villages, two of the world’s leading ethnobotanists argue that our past and our future are deeply intertwined wit...Lasīt vairāk
Using riveting stories of fieldwork in remote villages, two of the worlds leading ethnobotanists argue that the very roots of human culture are deeply intertwined with plants. Plants, People, and Culture, Second Edition is designed for the college...Lasīt vairāk
Is it possible that plants have shaped the very trajectory of human cultures? Using riveting stories of fieldwork in remote villages, two of the world’s leading ethnobotanists argue that our past and our future are deeply intertwined wit...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 19-May-2020, Hardback, Izdevniecība: Springer-Verlag New York Inc., ISBN-13: 9781493989249)
This third edition of the Handbook of Poisonous and Injurious Plants is designed to assist the clinician in the initial response to the needs of a child or adult exposed to a poisonous or injurious plant. It highlights common and important...Lasīt vairāk
The unrivaled and comprehensive guide to the healing plants of Belize, containing over 500 species accounts, 600 illustrations, and detailed discussion of the medicinal applications of the local plants in both traditional and modern healing....Lasīt vairāk
Despite its small size, Belize is one of the most ecologically diverse nations in Central America. Over 3,400 species of plants can be found here, within six different ecological life zones. Because of this, Belize is paradise for ecotourists, hosti...Lasīt vairāk
Exploring the evolution of the relationship between people and herbal plants over time, this must-have holistic resource introduces 180 of the most useful herbs from around the world that can be used to improve our health and well-being. 20,000 first...Lasīt vairāk
The Republic of Palau in the Caroline Islands has a traditional medical system developed over many generations. The Palau Primary Health Care Manual compiles traditional ethnomedical information about plants and presents it within the context of West...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 26-Feb-2009, Paperback / softback, Izdevniecība: University of Hawai'i Press, ISBN-13: 9780824832933)
A team of collectors has identified 1,041 plants on the small Micronesian island, and record uses or local names for 461 of them, drawing on the systematic acquisition and preservation of botanical knowledge by past and present inhabitants since huma...Lasīt vairāk
( Black and White Edition) Pohnpei, one of the four island members of the Federated States of Micronesia in the Caroline Islands, has a traditional medical system developed over many generations. The Pohnpei Primary Health Care Manual compiles ......Lasīt vairāk
( Full Color Edition) Pohnpei, one of the four island members of the Federated States of Micronesia in the Caroline Islands, has a traditional medical system developed over many generations. The Pohnpei Primary Health Care Manual compiles traditional...Lasīt vairāk
Lewis S. Nelson, L.R. Goldfrank, Andrew Weil, Richard D. Shih, Michael J. Balick
(Izdošanas datums: 17-Jul-2007, Paperback / softback, Izdevniecība: Springer-Verlag New York Inc., ISBN-13: 9780387312682)
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The second edition of this book is created to assist the clinician in the initial response to the needs of a child or adult exposed to a poisonous or injurious plant. It lists common plants that might lead to the development of the symptom complex...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 11-Jul-2006, Hardback, Izdevniecība: Columbia University Press, ISBN-13: 9780231105880)
From the pre-Columbian era to the present, native Amazonians have shaped the land around them, emphasizing utilization, conservation, and sustainability. These priorities stand in stark contrast to colonial and contemporary exploitation of Amazoni...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 11-Jul-2006, Paperback / softback, Izdevniecība: Columbia University Press, ISBN-13: 9780231105897)
From the pre-Columbian era to the present, native Amazonians have shaped the land around them, emphasizing utilization, conservation, and sustainability. These priorities stand in stark contrast to colonial and contemporary exploitation of Amazoni...Lasīt vairāk
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Ethnobotany - the study of the cultural use of plants - is explored throroughly in this text. It covers the significance of plants in Western and indigenous societies as well as the history of ethnobotany, development of agriculture, and the need to...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 15-Apr-1996, Hardback, Izdevniecība: Scientific American Library, ISBN-13: 9780716750611)
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Looks at how plants are used around the world as food, medicine, hunting aids, and as part of religious ceremonies The relationship between plants and people is profound, affecting nearly every aspect of our lives. In this compelling new book...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 22-Feb-1996, Hardback, Izdevniecība: Columbia University Press, ISBN-13: 9780231101707)
This book opens readers eyes to the enormous resources of the Earths rain forests and the potential impact of their destruction in terms of human health....Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 22-Feb-1996, Paperback / softback, Izdevniecība: Columbia University Press, ISBN-13: 9780231101714)
A survey of the current literature on medicinal uses of tropical plants, detailing the drug discovery work of major pharmaceutical companies as well as smaller-scale regional efforts. Discusses habitat protection, ethical issues and intellectual prop...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 18-Nov-1991, Hardback, Izdevniecība: Columbia University Press, ISBN-13: 9780231072229)
Examines the regeneration of babassu palm trees on deforested land in Amazonian Brazil, how it is being used by the rural populations, and how development policies are undermining this gift. Concludes by critiquing the conventional model of ecology...Lasīt vairāk
(Izdošanas datums: 05-Jun-1990, Hardback, Izdevniecība: Columbia University Press, ISBN-13: 9780231066761)
A catalog of 1,200 references to research in libraries and private collections. Each entry gives a full bibliographic citation, a detailed abstract noting economic products and ethnobotanical uses of the palms mentioned in the reference, and keyword...Lasīt vairāk
