By (author) Peter Jackson-Main
A radical, intimate, and deeply reflective exploration of the relationship between humans and plants
Written by a practitioner who has spent more than forty years working with the natural world, The Medicine of Plants asks a vital question: what if plants are not merely resources, remedies, or symbols, but conscious and reciprocal collaborators?
Peter Jackson-Main presents a philosophical and ecological enquiry into what plants are, what they may be asking of us, and what it means to live symbiotically with our green allies. Challenging the dominant human-centric worldview, that positions nature as inert and available for exploitation, The Medicine of the Plants presents an alternative paradigm, offering plants as ensouled beings, our ancient co-evolvers, whose intelligence holds the key to healing not only the individual, but the wider world too.
Within these pages the book discusses vital topics such as plant agency and communication; it introduces the “master plants”, discussing their cultural and historical significance; and offers grounded guidance for engaging with plants respectfully and responsibly.
The Medicine of the Plants is a powerful invitation for readers to re-think their understanding of medicine, nature, and what it means to be human.
By (author) Peter Jackson-Main
Peter Jackson Main began his enquiry into natural healing soon after leaving Cambridge University in the mid-70s, prompted by his own health issues.
Before finding the The College of Herbs and Natural Healing and training in Herbal Medicine and Iridology, Peter had already found and trained in Reflexology, Massage and Aromatherapy, Polarity Therapy and other modalities of energy healing. He later completed a Master of Sciences.
Peter has worked extensively within the herbal and naturopathic community to promote the self-determination of the profession and navigate the legislative environment surrounding the use of natural medicines.
He was a co-founder in 1995, and long-serving chairman of the Association of Master Herbalists, and has also represented herbal and natural medicine on key government consultations and working groups. Peter is currently Chair of the General Naturopathic Council and is a Fellow of the Guild of Naturopathic Iridologists.
He is currently Senior Lecturer and Course Director for Herbal Medicine, Academic Director and Head of Research at the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM).
Peter is also a working musician with a back-catalogue of self-penned recordings, as well as a specialist interest in Arabian music, playing percussion in an Arab Takht ensemble.
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