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The Forager's Treasury
The essential guide to finding and using wild plants in Aotearoa
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In the heart of both urban and rural landscapes, there lies a bounty of food waiting to be discovered, if only one knows where to look. Foraging offers a wealth of benefits: it is healthy, economical, and sustainable. Yet, perhaps the most delightful aspect is the...
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A New Zealand guide to the art of foraging - a comprehensive guide to finding sustainable, free and fascinating plants.
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In the heart of both urban and rural landscapes, there lies a bounty of food waiting to be discovered, if only one knows where to look. Foraging offers a wealth of benefits: it is healthy, economical, and sustainable. Yet, perhaps the most delightful aspect is the sheer joy of uncovering edible treasures in the world around us.
The Forager's Treasury by Johanna Knox is a comprehensive guide designed to transform the way you perceive the plants that surround you. This meticulously curated book provides detailed profiles of numerous edible plants commonly found across New Zealand. With insightful advice on identifying, locating, and harvesting these plants, the book ensures that even novice foragers will feel confidently equipped to embark on their own adventures.
Every page of this tome is packed with practical guidance and inspiration. Alongside plant profiles, you'll discover over 60 delectable recipes that highlight how to prepare and enjoy your foraged finds. The culinary creations range from hearty meals to tantalising snacks, ensuring that your palate experiences the full spectrum of foraged flavours.
In addition to the culinary delights, the book also contains more than 30 recipes for creating homemade medicines, natural dyes, perfumes, and skincare products. These natural concoctions offer an eco-friendly alternative to their commercial counterparts and allow you to harness the full potential of nature's bounty.
This fully revised and updated edition of a classic bestseller is an exhaustive treasure trove of knowledge about wild plants. It celebrates the abundance of nature and encourages readers to explore the untamed beauty of their surroundings with a new-found appreciation.
Whether you're a seasoned forager or just beginning your journey, The Forager's Treasury is an invaluable resource that promises to enrich your understanding of the natural world and provide endless hours of exploration and enjoyment. Embrace the art of foraging and discover the hidden gems that nature has to offer.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781988547671
Publisher: Allen & Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 May 2021
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Edition: 2nd edition
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 170.0mm
Height: 230.0mm
Weight: 890g
Pages: 360
About the Author
Johanna is of Ngati Tukorehe and Ngati Kahu ki Tauranga descent. She also has English, Scottish and Irish ancestry. She lives on Te Atiawa land in Te Whanganui-a-Tara where she works as a writer and editor.
In 2018 she completed an MA in creative writing at the IIML and, in 2019, a diploma in rongoa at Te Wananga o Raukawa.
She's currently working on a PhD in creative writing, exploring journeys of reconnection with Maori whakapapa from a personal perspective. Her other books include Guardians of Aotearoa (Bateman Books, 2018) and Ethical Fashion (Rosen Young Adult, 2019).
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