C. Romanné-James’ guidebook for housewives is a classic volume of tips, tricks, and recipes for all those who enjoy cooking and using herbs in both their recipes for food and their remedies for ailments.

First published in 1938, this volume was originally intended as a handbook for housewives. Brimming with helpful tips on managing your herb garden, producing medicinal remedies, and preparing and preserving foods, Herb-Lore for Housewives is an informative read for all. Featuring accompanying illustrations by Marla Tyrrell.

This volume’s contents feature:

– Making a Herb Garden

– How to Prepare Simples

– Herb-Lore and Legend

– Herbs with Medicinal Value

– Home-Made Wines

– Farmhouse Wines

– Old ‘Simple’ Recipes

– Pin-Money from Herbs

– Home-Made Jams, Preserves and Pickles

– Recipes for Ketchups and Sauces

– Ways of Keeping Fruit