This field guide and wild foods cookbook celebrates and reclaims the lost art of turning locally gathered wild plants into nutritious, delicious meals- a tradition long practiced by our ancestors but neglected in modern times. The book's 50 beautiful, instructive botanical illustrations by Wendy Hollender and over 100 recipes offer an adventurous and satisfying way to eat locally and seasonally. These excellent recipes have been developed with flexibility in mind, and taste great when made with cultivated fruits and vegetables too. This book is truly a celebration of wild plants and offers many creative ways to bring them into our lives. Hardcover edition.