The Root in Every Ritual

“The Root in Every Ritual is a thoughtful exploration of the mythology, medicine, and magic of plants. Visually rich, it features a stunning blend of photography, artist-rendered illustrations, and archaeological imagery that brings the cultural and historical stories of plants to life. Both informative and evocative, it is a beautiful and meaningful addition to the bookshelf of any herbalist or plant enthusiast.” * Nicolette Miele, author of The Shadow Apothecary, Runes for the Green Witch, and The Runes and Roots *
“A fascinating read. Whether as food, shelter, medicine, or sources of wisdom, plants have been essential for human survival, wellbeing, and spiritual growth. Jacqueline N. Norton’s beautifully illustrated book is a heartfelt tribute to our long and entwined relationship with plants.” * Nathaniel Altman, author of The Genealogy of Plant Foods and The Honey Prescription *
“Jacqueline N. Norton has crafted a volume that will be of interest to herbalists, artists, plant lovers, and occult practitioners of all types. Offering herb lore from the Bible as well as Norse, Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Chinese, Japanese, Persian, Indian, and Native American cultures, she blends art, history, and medicine into a truly magical botanical reference.” * Ellen Evert Hopman, author of The Sacred Herbs of Spring, The Sacred Herbs of Samhain, and The Sacre *
“The Root in Every Ritual is a fantastic celebration of the plants that have served humanity for health, beauty, protection, prosperity, altering perceptions, and enhancing spiritual awareness. The author discusses how the ancient uses of cypress, rose, jasmine, willow, datura, and mugwort have long been employed for medicine and magic, devotion and divination. This book is a treasure, richly illustrated with the works of Waterhouse, Dante, and Tadema, among others. It delves into the significance of the plants that have been depicted in carvings and stained glass, as well as featured in literature and sacred texts, and will help readers go deep into the many dimensions of plant possibilities.” * Brigitte Mars, AHG, author of Natural Remedies for Mental and Emotional Health, Addiction-Free Natur *
“For decades, the emphasis in science, medicine, and modern culture has been on molecular structure rather than on tradition, culture, experience, and imagination—on the whole person and the social environment. Modern writers are working to restore balance. The Root in Every Ritual belongs to this important community.” * Matthew Wood, MS, author of A Shamanic Herbal and Holistic Medicine and the Extracellular Matrix *

Jacqueline N. Norton is a writer and plant enthusiast with more than 20 years of experience in holistic healing. She holds an Associates in Science of Chiropractic Technology degree and certifications in Oncology Massage, specializing in pain management. She lives in upstate New York.

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