Bertha Reppert’s Herbs of the Zodiac with Recipes and Crafts [Staple Bound] Bertha Reppert and Marjorie Reppert

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From the rear cover of this 68-page booklet: “Bertha Reppert, popular Mechanicsburg shopkeeper, herbal expert, teacher and author writes on this ancient Medieval theory of herbs which were once presumed to be governed by the Zodiac. Developed over years of personal research, this fascinating booklet on a little known aspect of herbal lore includes all the material presented by the author at her well received lecture as part of the 1984 Colonial Williamsburg Garden Symposium. Neither a discourse on medicinal herbs nor intended as prognostication through astrological calculations (although it touches on both), this timeless and fascinating herbal lore is presented in a thoroughly unique fashion, sign by sign. Including gardening, fragrances, cooking and many recipes as well as other herbal delights, Mrs. Reppert’s 20th Century update also suggests ideas for parties, Herbs of the Zodiac gifts, astrologically correct potpourris, beautiful wreath for each sign and many other original suggestions guaranteed to teach the timeless versatility of herbs, perhaps to amuse, and most certainly to appeal to everyone with a birthday.” Found throughout are lovely black pen and ink drawings of each sign and different herbs accompanying the descriptive text, recipes, and crafts.