Leonhart Fuchs. The New Herbal

Discover the remarkable world of botany with "Leonhart Fuchs. The New Herbal," authored by the esteemed Werner Dressendörfer. This 2022 hardback edition, published by Taschen GmbH, showcases 892 pages of stunning botanical illustrations and invaluable knowledge. Leonhart Fuchs, a pioneering figure of the Renaissance, crafted this herb manual in 1543, which has since become a masterpiece in the field of botany and publishing.

This edition is particularly special, as it is based on Fuchs’s personal, hand-colored original. Inside, you will find over 500 exquisite illustrations, including the first visual documentation of New World plants such as maize, cactus, and tobacco. Whether you are a botany enthusiast, a historian, or simply curious about the natural world, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Immerse yourself in the beauty and significance of botanical history with "Leonhart Fuchs. The New Herbal."