Best Mushroom Books
Are you looking for your next mushroom book? For you, here's a curation of 5 of the best mushroom books of all time. Each book has a summary and key takeaways to help you decide which one to read next.
Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures
Merlin Sheldrake4.35/5- 2020MycologyScienceNatureThis book is ideal for those interested in understanding the complex roles fungi play in our ecosystem, culture, and technology.Merlin Sheldrake dives into the fascinating world of fungi, exploring how these extraordinary organisms impact our lives in profound ways.Read summaryNational Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Mushrooms
Gary A. Lincoff4.39/5- 1981Mushroom IdentificationField GuideNorth American MushroomsEssential for both amateur mycologists and seasoned foragers, providing reliable identification tips and detailed descriptions.Gary A. Lincoff’s guide offers detailed information on identifying over 700 types of mushrooms, enhanced by more than 700 photographic illustrations.Read summaryMycelium Running: How Mushrooms Can Help Save the World
Paul Stamets4.41/5- 2005MycologyEnvironmental ScienceSustainabilityPerfect for environmentalists and readers interested in sustainable practices and ecological healing.Paul Stamets outlines the ecological and environmental importance of mushrooms and how they can be used for ecological restoration.Read summaryThe Psilocybin Mushroom Bible: The Definitive Guide to Growing and Using Magic Mushrooms
Dr. K Mandrake,Virginia Haze4.58/5- 2016MycologyPsychedelic MushroomsCultivationIdeal for readers looking to understand the process of cultivating and safely using psilocybin mushrooms.By Dr. K Mandrake and Virginia Haze, this book provides a comprehensive look into the cultivation and use of psilocybin mushrooms, offering detailed instructions for those interested in exploring this aspect of mycology.Read summaryMushrooms: How to Identify and Gather Wild Mushrooms and Other Fungi
DK4.28/5- 2017ForagingMushroom IdentificationNaturePerfect for beginners and seasoned foragers alike, offering clear, reliable advice on mushroom identification.By DK, this book is a beautifully illustrated guide that provides essential information on identifying, collecting, and using wild mushrooms and fungi.Read summary