The Mushroom Book: A Popular Guide to the Identification and Study of Our Commoner Fungi, With Special Emphasis on the Edible Varieties (Classic Reprint)

Identify common mushrooms with confidence and enjoy safe, tasty varieties with practical, hands-on guidance.This concise field guide helps readers recognize major groups of fungi, understand how they live, and use a simple key to identify species. It emphasizes edible varieties, explains why Latin names are used, and provides straightforward terms and illustrations to aid recognition. The book also offers practical advice on handling, preparing, and cooking mushrooms, plus cautions to avoid risky or poisonous look-alikes.- Clear, beginner-friendly keys and descriptions for fungi with gills, pores, teeth, and milky juice- Illustrated plates and plain talk on identification to help quick, confident decisions- Safe cooking and simple preparation tips for common edible mushrooms- Guidance on collecting, preserving, and using mushrooms without expert equipmentIdeal for curious foodies, hikers, and beginners who want a reliable, down-to-earth mushroom guide without heavy jargon. Read more