Heaven and Hearth

Since antiquity, the wisdom of an ancient feminine culture—rich in folklore and healing skills—was passed on from mother to daughter. Driven underground by the rampant fear of "witchcraft," the culture survived through recipes, household diaries, and "old wives' tales." In this delightful compendium, Beverly Pagram uncovers a rich and fascinating heritage of food gathering and preparation; herbal wisdom; remedies and recipes; spells, potions, and charms; and house and garden lore. Her month-by-month almanac highlights the links between domestic work and the seasons, and between women's cycles and the natural world, painting an engaging portrait that is surprisingly relevant to women's lives today.