10 Essential Herbs10 Essential Herbs by Lalitha Thomas 10 Essential Herbs, the expanded second edition, although out of print for many years, is now back. Heralded as THE HERB BOOK FOR THE SELF SUFFICIENT, it is everyone's handbook to health. It can be used in many ways, for daily use, for travelers, for pets, and it is ideal for hundreds of ailments. It is written in clear and concise terms. Lalitha takes the guesswork out of herbs. The book is a gem for consumers.