Mushrooms Demystified |  | Author: David Arora
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
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Rating:  56 reviews
Sales Rank: 5427
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
Pages: 976
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.4
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 2
ISBN: 0898151694
Dewey Decimal Number: 589.222309794
EAN: 9780898151695
ASIN: 0898151694
Publication Date: March 1, 2004
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This is the be-all and end-all of mushroom books! Truly an encyclopedia of mushroom facts and lore, lavishly illustrated with full-color photographs, literally everything you need to know about mushrooms, edible or not. Arora has taught mycology for close to twenty years and has hunted and photographed mushrooms across the North American continent. Threaded through the book are his wry and humorous observations and comments, making what could have been a rather dull, "just-the-facts, ma'am" reference book into a really enjoyable read. The stunning photographs of the incredible variety of fungi are fascinating and eye-opening, and while the author gives clear and factual information, the mysterious allure of mushrooms in their countless shapes, sizes and colors is only increased by this huge and delightful book. --Mark Hetts
Product Description
Nothing is more elusive and mysterious than the wild mushroom. David Arora celebrates the gathering and study of wild mushrooms with engaging style, wit and simple terminology. Mushrooms Demystified includes descriptions, photographs, and keys to over 2,000 species. There is a Beginner's Checklist of the 70 most distinctive and common mushrooms plus detailed chapters on terminology, classification, habitats, mushroom cookery, mushroom toxins, and the meanings of scientific mushroom names.
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Really Great Condition October 2, 2009
Katherine Doan (Boise Idaho USA)
The title says it all...the book I received was in like new condition with no wear and tear. I am very satisfied with my purchase.
Must must must! September 30, 2009
Jennifer Sherwood (Santa Rosa, Ca. USA)
This book is a must for identifying fungus for the Western US. In this field, you must always reference from books relative to your geographical area. So, of course, this isn't the book for you if you live in Europe perhaps. Also, there are many complaints about lack of pictures and I am going to disagree that the book is lacking. My disagreement comes from the overwhelming availability of color references from the multitude of other field guides out there (many of which I own). Having many ways in which to cross reference for the serious hunter is important. What David does in this book with teaching the method with the keys is not done as well in any other book that I have come across. He makes things easy to understand and explains the difficulties that can arise because of lack of microscopic evidence in some cases, or variations present in the fungal world. He cautions and encourages in just the right ways. I have been hunting mushrooms in the Sonoma county area of California for about 20 years now. Thanks to this and the many other books I use, I have become quite educated and always had wonderful culinary experiences. My only complaint would be to Mr. Aurora...please, a new edition?? (Though, I realise how extensive such a work would be)
Love It!! September 15, 2009
P. Carrie (Boise, ID)
This is the most comprehensive and thorough book I've seen yet. A must have for anyone with an interest in field hunting our beloved fungi.
The Mother-ship of Mushroom Books April 18, 2009
Timothy J. Gutmann (Encinitas, CA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you want to learn about fungi, this is the book, actually the bible. I highly recommend this book.
Mushrooms Demystified January 8, 2009
John Troup (Bernville, PA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Mushrooms Demystified is the outstanding and most thorough identification guide for wild mushrooms. It's the identifier that you keep at home to clarify your field sample's identity.
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