Among the Mushrooms: A Guide For Beginners by Dallas and Burgin

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Author Dallas, Ellen M.
Author Burgin, Caroline A.
Title Among the Mushrooms: A Guide For Beginners
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Summary "Among the Mushrooms: A Guide for Beginners" by Ellen M. Dallas and Caroline A. Burgin is a guidebook on mycology, written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive manual aims to educate beginners about mushrooms, their classification, identification, and the various uses of fungi, while avoiding complicated jargon that can deter new learners. It serves as an accessible resource for those who are curious about the different types of mushrooms and how to recognize them in nature. The opening of the book introduces the need for a beginner-friendly guide to mushrooms in North America, explaining the lack of basic texts available for enthusiasts. Through personal anecdotes and challenges faced while learning, the authors express their desire to make this engaging field approachable. The introduction is followed by detailed segments about mushrooms’ structure, growth patterns, and the variety of habitats where they can be found. Illustrative examples of specific fungi are highlighted to inspire curiosity and encourage readers to explore the fascinating world of mushrooms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Mushrooms
Category Text
EBook-No. 18452
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 16, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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