An Aztec Herbal The Classic Codex of 1552

Originally written in the Aztec language, this 16th-century codex was the first herbal and medical text compiled in the New World. It contains ancient remedies for myriad ailments-boils, hair loss, cataracts, insomnia hiccoughs, and gout, to name a few. An extraordinarily rare and valuable document; amazing in its scope, detail, careful observation, and accurate description. Analytical Index to Plants. New Introduction. Over 180 b/w illus. 38 color illus.