Here is an inspiring gateway to the art and practice of herbalism which includes time-honored healing wisdom from many cultures, as well as information on growing, drying, and preparing medicinal herbs ; learning to listen to clients and recommend holistic treatments for healing and continued wellness ; licensing, marketing, and other legal and business issues facing modern herbalists ; comprehensive resources and suggestions for assembling a useful herbal library; information on roles and responsibilities of herbalists in their communities ; and resources for herbal workshops, conferences, and education centers. Inspirational profiles of practicing herbalists from across the country add a human touch to the authors’ wealth of practical herbal knowledge.