The Physick Garden: Ancient Cures for Modern Maladies by Alice Smith Beginner Books Shira Boss is a writer

Shira Boss is a writer who lives on the Upper West Side of Manhattan

A favorite Frost poem reveals how serendipitous choice affects a lifetime

Includes poetry

" -- Amanda Gurman

It's another lovely study in emotion from Bang and a thoughtful exploration of art-making

The Physick Garden: Ancient Cures for Modern Maladies by Alice Smith Beginner Books Shira Boss is a writerThe intriguing tales of the plants that have been used to heal and cure our bodies, brought to life with beautifully surreal illustrations from Alice Smith. Since the dawn of time, people have used plants as remedies, to both positive and deadly effect. These herbal treatments have become enshrined in folklore, in old wives' tales and in the curious names we have given local species. Many have also found their way into modern medicine cabinets but not