Ireland's Wild Plants: Myths, Legends and Folklore

Ireland's wild plants have been part of our culture and folklore from the earliest times, featuring in the Brehon Laws, early Irish poetry and herbal medicine. Plants are described in seasonal order and different aspects are examined: their roles in magical protection, charms and spells, emblems in children's games, Irish place names and folklore. Tins beautifully illustrated and comprehensive compilation of natural history, mythology and folklore will en terrain and enlighten all interested in the wild plants of Ireland.