The Little Book of Fungi
A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world’s fungi.
Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with colour photographs and original colour artwork, The Little Book of Fungi is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference about the world’s fungi, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics – from morphology, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation.
It also includes curious facts and a section on fungi in myths, folklore, and modern culture from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of fungi.
Britt A. Bunyard is the author of The Lives of Fungi (Princeton) and The Beginner’s Guide to Mushrooms, among other books. He is the founder, publisher, and editor in chief of Fungi, the widest-circulating mycology magazine in North America, and serves as executive director of the Telluride Mushroom Festival.
Tugce Okay is a natural history illustrator who works primarily with watercolours. Her work has appeared in many books and magazines.
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