Wild Foraging

Nakoa Rainfall

Traducteur A AI

Maison d'édition: Publifye

Synopsis

Wild Foraging explores the deep-rooted history of humanity's connection with the natural world through foraging. It examines how different societies have historically relied on wild plants for food, medicine, and materials, highlighting the ecological knowledge that underpinned these practices. The book emphasizes that foraging is more than just a primitive skill; it's a sophisticated system of ecological understanding and cultural practice essential for sustainable living.

 
Did you know that Paleolithic societies possessed an intimate knowledge of edible and medicinal plants, forming the basis of early diets and healthcare? Or that traditional Chinese medicine has deep roots in the use of foraged medicinal herbs? 

 
The book journeys chronologically, starting with hunter-gatherer societies and moving through the development of agriculture to the impact of globalization on foraging. It also looks at the modern resurgence of interest in foraging. Through case studies from various regions, Wild Foraging illustrates the diverse ways societies have utilized wild plants, from crafting textiles to incorporating wild mushrooms into indigenous diets. It's unique in its historical perspective, focusing on the evolution of foraging and its cultural and ecological dimensions.

 
The book progresses by first introducing plant identification and ethical harvesting, then exploring case studies, and finally offering practical insights for contemporary foragers.

Disponible depuis: 10/03/2025.

Longueur d'impression: 74 pages.

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