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Lavender Water & Snail Syrup: Miss Ambler's Household Book of Goergian Cures and Remedies Paperback - 2013 - 1st Edition

by Nicola Lillie; Marilyn Yurdan; Laura Lillie (Illustrator)


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Elizabeth Ambler started compiling her household book of cures in the early 18th century, including in it treatments which are much older. These intriguing remedies include Sir Walter Raleigh's Receipt against Plague, Viper Broth, Snail Milk Water, and Tobacco for the Eyes, as well as Ginger Bread and Apricot Ratafia. In addition to traditional flowers and herbs, ingredients include precious stones, exotic and expensive spices, and large amounts of brandy and wine. Mrs Ambler's book of cures is exceptional in that has been handed down through her female descendants over nearly three centuries. This book is much more than just a collection of curiosities; it offers a fascinating insight into the sickness and health of our Georgian ancestors.

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  • Title Lavender Water & Snail Syrup: Miss Ambler's Household Book of Goergian Cures and Remedies
  • Author Nicola Lillie; Marilyn Yurdan; Laura Lillie (Illustrator)
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 160
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher History Press, Stroud, Gloucestershire, England
  • Date 2013
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780752489957 / 075248995X
  • Weight 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 6.7 x 0.4 in (19.05 x 17.02 x 1.02 cm)

About the author

Marilyn Yurdan is the author of more than twenty books on local and family history, including School Songs and Gymslips. She has studied the History of Medicine and Science within her Master of Arts degree from Oxford Brookes University and a Master of Studies from Oxford University. Niki Lillie is a descendant of Elizabeth Ambler and owner of the book of cures. She is an artist, producing murals and sculpted reliefs for interiors, and has taught Art at Oxford Brookes University. Laura Lillie has a First Class Honours degree and an MA with Distinction in Fine Art Printmaking.
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