Compendium of Symbolic and Ritual Plants in Europe Trees Shrubs Herbs by Marcel de Cleene and Marie Claire Lejeune 2 vol. w/ Slipcasse

2 Vol. with Slipcase Compendium of Symbolic and Ritual Plants in Europe Trees Shrubs Herbs by Marcel de Cleene and Marie Claire Lejeune
Language: English 
Published by Man & Culture 
Year: 2002
2 hardback books with dust jackets in slipcase. 

This focused and concise two volume set dives into the ancient rites and practices of plants, the medical, magical and symbolic meanings. Filled with color and black and white illustrations with history, practices and uses through the ages. 

"A modern reference work on the part played by herbs, shrubs and trees in mythology and religious and profane rituals and the symbolism that derives from them. Many customs that 21st -century man finds perfectly normal once had a far deeper significance. It is an academically sound survey of the knowledge of ritual plants over the centuries, taking a broad view, plus a critical look at how correctly plant species are named in the literature."--Publisher description.

Size: 7 1/4 x 10 1/4 x 3 1/2 inches

Condition: Very fine with minimal signs of use or wear. The slipcase has a small bump on the bottom edge, please see image. Both books are in near mint condition, very light light rubbing on the dust jacket, no pages or damage inside to either book. Both books have near mint binding, in almost un used condition. Please see the images for more details. 

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