The Little Book of Fungi
eBook - ePub

The Little Book of Fungi

  1. 160 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

The Little Book of Fungi

About this book

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 color photographs and original color 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.

  • A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth cover
  • Features some 140 color illustrations and photos
  • Makes a perfect gift

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Series Page
  5. Contents
  6. Introduction
  7. 1. What is a Fungus?
  8. 2. Form and Function
  9. 3. Habitat and Ecology
  10. 4. Evolution
  11. 5. Lifestyle and Physiology
  12. 6. Reproduction
  13. 7. Mutualism and Competition
  14. 8. Study and Cultivation
  15. 9. Fungi and Humans
  16. 10. Threats and Conservation
  17. 11. Popular Culture
  18. 12. Curious Facts
  19. Glossary
  20. Further Reading
  21. Index
  22. Acknowledgments