"Through lyrical text and colorful detailed artwork, the mysterious and sometimes bizarre world of mushrooms is explored. Back matter includes a glossary and science facts"--

Mushrooms – we put them on our pizza and steaks and in our soups and salads, we marvel at their variety and are sometimes repelled by their grotesque beauty when encountering them in the bush. And yeah, some have even sampled their more exotic possibilities and asked the question: “Do mushrooms come from a far away planet?” Still, others have asked: “Can mushrooms save the planet?” The world of fungi and their integral relationship with...

Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces how mushrooms grow to young readers through leveled text and related photos.

'Nano Mushroom Identifier' is a beginner's guide for mushroom identification. It gives nutshell information to those, who are interested in mushroom collection. Mushroom hunting is actually an outdoor activity, and this book clears the basic concepts of mushroom c o l l e c t i o n, p r e s e r v a t i o n, photography and identification. It provides a basic list of equipment, which are, needed for mushroom collection. Different characters used in...

Originally published in 1936, this book is a detailed introduction to the cultivation of the mushroom. Full of practical information and instructions on growing and harvesting mushrooms, this book is still of great practical use to today's grower or mushroom enthusiast and even features a short collection of classic recipes. Contents include: introduction - The Nature of The Mushroom - Site and Soil - Buildings - Manures - Spawns - Making up Beds...

Mankind has always had a love-hate relationship with fungi. On the positive side, edible mushrooms and truffles are gastronomic delights, and certain fungi possess medicinal properties. On the other hand, many mushrooms are poisonous, and fungi can inflict costly damage on crops and other property. This captivating book explores both sides of the story, examining aspects usually overlooked in texts and field guides. The survey begins with fungi lore...

L'univers des champignons est fascinant et on ne manque pas d'excellents ouvrages sur le marché pour l'explorer. Par son approche encyclopédique, ce livre se veut un peu différent et se situe dans un registre autre que celui du guide pratique d'identification ou de consommation. Il a entre autres objectifs de faire découvrir des aspects importants de cet univers qui restent étonnamment méconnus. Des spécialistes chevronnés se sont rassemblés...

Mushrooms are popping up everywhere! On restaurant menus, in grocery aisles, at local farmer's markets, and not just the ubiquitous white buttons we've seen for years. What once were exotic are now almost commonplace -- shiitake, chanterelle, cremini, enoki, the list grows longer every year. Understanding how mushrooms grow is crucial to successfully cultivating them, and Mushroom Cultivation offers comprehensive instruction both on how mushrooms...

"Many different organisms live in forest environments, including mushrooms and other kinds of fungi. This elementary science curriculum topic is explained through accessible text to provide a better understanding of these complex life forms. Readers discover how other organisms, such as plants, benefit from certain fungi, while other organisms can be harmed by them"--Provided by publisher.

"This book will expand the pleasure and knowledge of anyone who spends time in nature."- Robert BatemanWith more species of fungi than any other region in Canada, British Columbia is a rich playground for mushroom hunters. Now there's Mushrooms of British Columbia, the newest handbook from the Royal BC Museum. It's perfect for anyone wanting to know more about BC mushrooms-whether for study, harvest, photography or appreciation.Authors and mushroom...