The library had English and German, and I grabbed the English, assuming that it was the original. Well, this is good enough that I have bought a copy - in German. I live in Austria, and this is perfect for me. I agree with the other reviewer that it may not be good for you if you live elsewhere. On the other hand, other natural dyeing books I have read don't announce in the title that they are meant for Australians or Californians. The translation is generally good, but I doubt that the translator is much of a plant expert. Or dyeing expert.

What this does do is give detailed, easy to follow instructions for dyeing for a multitude of plants that are readily available to Central Europeans, either from gardens, wild, or purchase. Like other natural dyers the author exclaims over the wonderful shades of what I would call dirty greys and browns, but at least there are clear pictures of various results, so you know whether the 'green' is likely to be what you want.

Each plant repeats most of the general recipe. Somewhat boring to read through, but great to work from. ( )

Very efficiently presented with practical layout, colorful photographs, and an almost complete disregard for non-European based natural dyeing methods and ingredients.This should have been titled Natural Dyeing With Plants for Central Europe.

Very thorough, almost encyclopedic, with detailed instructions on dyeing materials, suggestions for Central European gardening, and a textbook-like dryness (perhaps due to being translated into formal English).

Mixed feelings on this book. Recommended for those who enjoy dyeing and have some experience. ( )