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Incense: Rituals (Hardcover)

by Gina Hyams (Author) "Where there is incense smoke, there is the fire of faith and prayers ..." (more)
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Incense is not just for hippies anymore! Now part of the aromatherapy business it is a mainstream product with an intriguing past. Touching on topics ranging from spirituality to romance to health and well-being, this elegant volume draws on folklore and wisdom from the cultures of Asia and combines these traditional values with modern aromatherapy to show how different varieties of incense can bring energy, focus or relaxation to daily life. Suggestions for arousing the senses with incense abound, and the book describes the variety of incense products and accessories available, including their essential ingredients.


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Gina Hyams is the author of Mexicasa and Mexican Garden Style. She lives in Oakland, California. Susie Cushner's work has appeared in Gourmet and Real Simple. Her books include Well Being, The Spa Deck and The Pleasures of Slow Food.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice, Dec 28 2003
Just reading Gina Hyams is soothing in itself. I loved every part and every word. Big Sky meditation is my favorite part, but it's all wonderful, really. I love the mysteries of incense and read almost every book I can on the subject. This and The Book of Incense by Kiyoko Morita are my favorites of all of them.

This is a beautiful hardbound book with great color illustrations. It covers so many different perspectives on incense, from recipes for Egyptian Kyphi to a marvelous section of the Japanese incense ceremony and incense games. Anyone who loves incense will love this book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A breath of fresh air..., Dec 19 2003
By M (CA USA) - See all my reviews
A truly delightful book which skillfully takes you on a wonderful journey into the rich mystical world of incense.

The tranquil cover sets the mood for a journey of beautiful photography and enjoyable informative reading.

From its deep connection with spiritual practice to its long history of passion and romance, the author brings to light how incense is entrenched in human history and only more recently being rediscovered in America. She even sprinkles in a few delightful recipes and fun ideas to help us live a more fragrant life.

Enjoy!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars Plus Some!, Dec 5 2003
By David P Oller (Albuquerque, NM United States) - See all my reviews
This book captures the history and essence of incense, across its many traditions, better than any other I have read.

Gina really writes beautifully, but behind the well organized presentation and skilful use of words it is so very evident that a great deal of effort and writing integrity is at the foundation.

The photography and print quality is excellent, and I am really happy they chose the hardcover format.

This is one I will send to my friends in Japan!

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