Publisher Says: One of nature’s most extraordinary organisms can be found right under your feet: the mushroom. For thousands of years, they have provided food, inspired folklore and proved to be poison and cure. This book will allow you to uncover this mysterious kingdom for yourself. Learn the difference between a giant puffball and a scarlet elf cup; discover how mushrooms and the fungal network help plant life to communicate; explore a beginner’s guide to identifying common wild mushrooms; and enjoy a collection of delicious mushroom-based recipes.

We Say: A pocket guide that actually fits in your pocket..

Mushrooms as healing ingredients, in cave art, recipes, folklore, and as food of the Gods. All this and a page on the lesser-known variety known as Artists Conk plus a handy weight conversion chart.  We can see why this has been flying off the shelves, you could say it’s way out there in its field.

A cornucopia of ‘All Things Mushroom’ waiting to be harvested ...