TCM: An Overview of an Ancient Healing Art: VOLUME II: HERBOLOGY Paperback – February 20, 2026

Delve into the profound world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with this comprehensive and accessible guide, designed for both beginners and seasoned practitioners. "TCM: An Overview of an Ancient Healing Art" demystifies this complex and intricate system, offering a structured journey through its core concepts and practical applications.Volume II of TCM: An Overview of an Ancient Healing Art builds upon the energetic foundations established in the first volume by transitioning into the vast and practical realm of the Chinese pharmacopeia. This volume serves as a comprehensive Materia Medica, meticulously detailing single herbs categorized by their specific therapeutic functions—such as those that "Clear Heat," "Release the Exterior," or "Tonify Qi." Each entry typically explores the herb’s "Four Natures" (temperature) and "Five Flavors," providing a technical blueprint for how a substance interacts with the body's meridians. Beyond individual medicinals, the text delves into the art of complex herbal formulation, explaining the traditional "Sovereign, Minister, Assistant, and Envoy" hierarchy used to balance a prescription. By organizing formulas into functional groups like those that "Harmonize," "Warm the Interior," or "Calm the Spirit," Volume II provides the clinical framework necessary for practitioners to move from general diagnosis to precise, individualized treatment. Read more