Nanise': A Navajo Herbal
One Hundred Plants from the Navajo Reservation
by Barbara Bayless Lacy and Vernon O. Mayes
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Pub Date 28 Jun 2023 | Archive Date 24 Jul 2023
Story Monsters LLC | Book Street Press
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Description
Nanise', A Navajo Herbal, co-authored by Barbara Bayless Lacy and Vernon O. Mayes, details 100 plants that are found on the Navajo Reservation, providing the reader with the Navajo name for each plant as well as ways the Navajos used them in everyday life, whether for ceremonial, medicinal or household purposes - complete with illustrations. The 100 plants are some of the most common reservation flora of over 1,500 species of wild, vascular plants, including ferns, horsetails, conifers and flowering species and were selected by the Navajo Health Authority, Ethnobotany Project staff, and approved by the Navajo Medicine Men's Association.
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
Nanise', A Navajo Herbal, beautifully unveils the rich botanical heritage of the Navajo people. Barbara Bayless Lacy and Vernon O. Mayes skillfully present a collection of 100 plants found on the Navajo Reservation, each with its Navajo name and purpose. The book's comprehensive illustrations and well-researched content provide valuable insights into how the Navajo community utilized these plants for ceremonial, medicinal, and daily household needs. I was captivated by the seamless blend of cultural knowledge and botanical expertise, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Native American traditions and herbal medicine.
Sue E, Reviewer
This book is a treasure trove of knowledge, offering the Navajo names and uses of 100 diverse plants found on their Reservation. You won't need to be a botanist to appreciate the carefully crafted illustrations and engaging descriptions that make this herbal guide an absolute delight.
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