本草備要   By: Ang Wang (1615-)

"本草備要" by Ang Wang offers a comprehensive and informative guide to traditional Chinese medicine. The book covers a wide range of topics, including herbal remedies, acupuncture, and qi gong exercises. Wang's writing is clear and easy to understand, making complex concepts accessible to readers of all levels. The detailed explanations of different herbs and their medicinal properties are particularly useful for those interested in natural healing methods. Overall, "本草備要" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about traditional Chinese medicine and incorporate its principles into their own health and wellness routine.

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　　余讀本草綱目一書，所載種種藥物，至繁且多，然其中有近世所難得者，有 古方所未用者，藥肆往往不備，雖欲購取而無從，則不如刪削之為愈也。故在少 年時獲覩汪訒庵先生之本草備要，藥味不及三百種，多屬世上經見之品，餘接擯 棄不錄，凡其所錄，則詳述分明。辯論確切。首言藥性氣味，次及所入何經，末 云功用禁忌且加以小註。引證先賢用藥處方之精義，余嘗心折之，竊願世之習醫 者，由當奉之為圭臬也，誠以此書最易學步。體例與李時ç�... Continue reading book >>