Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures Summary
Merlin Sheldrake
4.35/5
- 2020Mycology
Science
Nature
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Key Takeaways
- Explores the connection between fungi and various global ecological processes.
- Provides insightful scientific and philosophical perspectives on the nature of life.
Summary
Sheldrake's book offers a new understanding of fungal life and its symbiotic relationships with all forms of life, including humans. It challenges conventional perceptions of biology and ecology, providing a broad and deep perspective on the influence of fungi.
Through engaging narratives and rigorous research, 'Entangled Life' details how fungi are integral to understanding environmental sustainability and our own survival.
The book combines storytelling with science, making complex mycological concepts accessible and captivating to a wide audience.
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