Herbs is a cook book with a difference. Herbs are used widely in the kitchen and, whether fresh or dried, they impart flavors that individually or in combinations enhance almost any dish from the most simple to complex. The book begins with a beautifully illustrated introduction to what herbs are: their history and traditions, a catalogue of each herb showing what it looks like, how it may be grown and when it should be harvested, and finally a fascinating section that presents traditional as well as modern herbal health remedies. The recipe section is organized by courses from sauces, dressings and starters, through fish dishes, poultry and game, meat, eggs and pasta, vegetables and salads, baking and desserts to preserves and drinks. The step-by-step recipes have been carefully chosen to reflect the most effective and interesting uses of herbs in cooking. Herbs is a lovely book. Written and compiled by an expert, it will encourage new seasoning techniques and introduce appetizing new aromas to home cooking.