What the blurb on the back says...

"This instructive guide to the principles and practice of aromatherapy includes:

• An introduction to the aromatherapy tradition
• A unique visual profile of 65 different oils
• Treatments for common complaints
• Home aromatherapy and self-massage
• Perfumery and the art of blending
• The benefits of aromatic oils upon stress"

What I thought of it...

This is the first book about aromatherapy that I bought and believe that it is a very good 'first book' on the subject. It is comprehensive but not so much so that a beginner could get confused. It is illustrated throughout will lovely photographs. The common ailments section is very useful.