{"title":"John Horsfall","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Horsfall's works invite readers into the rich traditions of Indigenous Australian knowledge, focusing on native bush food and medicine. His books blend practical guidance with cultural insight, revealing the natural bounty and healing practices of the Kimberley and Noongar regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExploring the intersection of \u003cem\u003ehealth, wellness,\u003c\/em\u003e and the environment, these titles illuminate the science behind traditional remedies and sustainable food sources. 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With comprehensive information on over 350 species, including images of each plant, this book is a practical guide to preserving traditional knowledge and using the plants and fungi of the Kimberley region for a healthier, more sustainable future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by experts in the field, this book describes each species of plant and fungi, its nutritional benefits, and how it was used by the Indigenous people of the Kimberley region. It also includes detailed information on where to find these plants and fungi and how to prepare them for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith land clearing for crops and farming of sheep and cattle contributing to the extinction of many of these species, this guide offers a timely and important insight into traditional knowledge that has been passed down for thousands of years. 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Authors Madison King and retired nurse educator John Horsfall have compiled this invaluable knowledge from the wisdom passed down by Kimberley elders, ensuring that it will not be lost forever with the passing of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis practical reference covers over 250 different species of medicinal plants, providing information on their uses and how to prepare them. It is the first of its kind to provide such a comprehensive compilation of medicinal plants used by Aboriginal people of the Kimberley region before European settlement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKimberley Bush Medicine \u003c\/i\u003eincludes images of each plant, making it an essential resource for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. 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