This is a comprehensive source of definitions, explanations, case studies and perspectives on homeopathic therapies from ancient times to the present day. Including more than 400 entries it is written for the general reader but is also authoritative enough for the professional.
The definitive guide to homeopathic therapies from ancient times to the present. Praise for the hardcover edition: ""...a wealth of data [for] readers interested in alternative and complementary medicine...Highly recommended.""Choice ""...provides a starting point for further exploration...useful...""Booklist The Encyclopedia of Complementary and Alternative Medicine provides a comprehensive source of definitions, explanations, case studies, and perspectives on homeopathic therapies from ancient times to the present. The Encyclopedia of Complementary and Alternative Medicine includes more than 400 entries, written for general readers but authoritative enough to be of use to professionals. It provides detailed descriptions of alternative practices, how they work, who developed them, anecdotal evidence, and what to look for when seeking a professional. The author, a journalist, presents the information objectively and allows readers to decide if complementary medicines are right for them. Appendixes include a directory of organisations, a bibliography and sources for further research, a list of herbs and supplements, and a timeline of complementary and alternative therapies.