 MUSHROOMS OF
NORTHWEST NORTH AMERICA
Helene Schalkwijk-Barensen. The first comprehensive
field guide to the mushrooms of this vast region. Covers 550 species
commonly found from Manitoba to the Pacific, north to the Yukon and Alaska,
and south to northern California. Each species entry describes habitat,
distribution, identifying characteristics, edibility & poisonous look-alikes.
Written in everyday language, an authoritative reference for both the professional
mycologist and the amateur naturalist. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 416p, 550+ color
illustrations, 1994.
M0463 paperback ..........US $21.95 CAN $26.95
EDIBLE AND
MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS OF NEW ENGLAND AND EASTERN CANADA: A Photographic Guidebook
to Finding and using Key Species
David Spahr. Provides specific, easy-to-understand
information on finding, collecting, identifying, and preparing the safer
and more common edible and medicinal mushroom species of New England and
Eastern Canada. Discusses the cooking characteristics of each variety,
with advice about matching species with appropriate foods, as well as facts
about the mushrooms' unique medicinal properties. Features tips on
photographing specimens in the wild, propagation techniques, and the use
of mushrooms in dyeing fabrics and paper. An informative, accessible
guide for anyone interested in wild mushrooms, from beginner to expert.
7 x 9-1/4, 248p, color photos, 2009.
E7951 paperback..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
THE FUNGAL
PHARMACY: Medicinal Mushrooms of Western Canada
Robert Rogers. From a natural medicine educator,
a resource for anyone with an interest in medicinal mushrooms. Provides
detailed descriptions of medicinal mushrooms found in Western Canada (and
certainly beyond). From folklore (myths and legends) to modern scientific
analysis, this guide features medicinal, traditional, and culinary uses.
For each species, includes details on fungi essence, essential oil, homeopathy,
and more – where applicable. 7-1/4 x 9, 234p, color photos, charts, 2006.
F5814 pb., ring-bound ..........US $35.99 CAN
$39.99
NORTH AMERICAN
MUSHROOMS: A Field Guide to Edible and Inedible Fungi (Falcon Guide)
Dr. Orson Miller Jr., Hope Miller. A field guide
to 600+ edible and inedible mushrooms found across the United States and
Canada. Filled with full-color photos, detailed identification information,
plus pictorial keys and glossaries to assist in identification. Features:
mushroom lore; tips on how, where, and when to collect wild mushrooms;
suggestions for culinary uses; a section on mushroom toxins, and; common
pharmaceutical uses. A definitive reference for anyone interested
in wild mushrooms, their uses, and their habitats. 6 x 9, 592p, 600 color
photos, b&w illustrations, keys, 2006.
N1095 paperback ..........US $25.95 CAN $31.95
MUSHROOMS
AND OTHER FUNGI OF NORTH AMERICA (Revised ed.)
Roger Phillips. A comprehensive illustrated guide
to mushrooms and other fungi of North America. Combined with color
photos, variety descriptions contain: dimensions of cap, gills and stem;
color and texture description of flesh; description of odor and taste;
habitat and growing season; description of spores, and; categorization
of edibility. Includes useful tips and helpful advice on collecting
specimens and identifying them. An ideal introduction to mycology.
8-3/4 x 11-3/4, 320p, 1000 color photos, 2005.
M1151 hardcover ..........US $34.95 CAN $39.95
MUSHROOMS
OF NORTHEASTERN NORTH AMERICA
Alan Bessette, David Fischer, Arleen Raines Bessette.
A comprehensive volume on mushrooms found in northeastern North America,
including the New England, Mid-Atlantic States, Midwest through the Plains
States, the Upper South, and the Provinces of Central & Eastern Canada.
Includes nearly 1500 species, illustrating the diversity of mycoflora throughout
this region. Professional and advanced mycologists will welcome the
inclusion of microscopic features, chemical reagent data, information on
classification, and author citations. User-friendly keys and nontechnical
language will appeal to the novice mushroom collector, as will the introductory
information on fungal anatomy, collecting techniques, and mushroom cooking
and preservation. A valuable reference for all mushroom fanciers,
lovers, and experts. 7 x 10, 582p, 650 color photos, 1997. OVERSIZE.
M3886 paperback ..........US $45.00 CAN $55.95
MUSHROOMS
OF THE BOREAL FOREST
Eugene Bossenmaier. Features 200+ species of mushrooms
and fungi found throughout the boreal forest, ranging from Alaska to Ontario
and Minnesota. Each account has color photos and descriptions, with
species arranged by major groups to aid in identification. Sections
on biology and ecology of wild mushrooms help readers learn which mushrooms
are edible and which are not. A handy reference. 7-1/2 x 10, 106p,
color photos, 1997.
M3559 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
MUSHROOMING
WITHOUT FEAR: The Beginner’s Guide to Collecting Safe and Delicious Mushrooms
Alexander Schwab. Unlike others, this guide focuses
only on those types that are both safe to eat and delicious. Presents
the eight (8) rules of mushroom gathering in a straightforward fashion
- including "Never, never take a mushroom with gills" and "If a mushroom
smells rotten, it is rotten." Each type is identified with several
color photos and identification (i.d.) checklist. Includes details
on season, handling, storage, and cooking, complete with recipes.
“A safety-first, full-color guide to collecting delicious mushrooms.” 7-1/2
x 9-5/8, 128p, color photos, 2007.
M1602 paperback..........US $14.95 CAN $17.95
EDIBLE AND
POISONOUS MUSHROOMS OF THE WORLD
Ian Hall, et al.. A well-rounded look at these
intriguing and striking inhabitants of the natural world, including their
cultivation, ethnobotanical uses, and the fascinating roles that they play
in nature. The authors offer expert advice on how to identify and
distinguish between edible and poisonous wild mushrooms. Provides
an "A-Z listing" of mushrooms, presenting clear scientific information,
cautionary notes, and tips on cooking - when appropriate. Highly
informative text accompanied by stunning photos. 6 x 9, 372p, 253 color
photos + illustrations, line drawings, 2003.
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E5861 hardcover ..........US $39.95 CAN
$54.95
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COMMON POISONOUS
PLANTS AND MUSHROOMS OF NORTH AMERICA
N.J. Turner, A.F. Szczawinski. Describes hundreds
of poisonous plants, including oaks, horse chestnuts, broom, hellebores,
many kinds of mushrooms, and more. Individual chapters examine/devoted
to: plants of wild areas; garden and crop plants; mushrooms, and; house
plants and plant products. Detailed descriptions and color photos
for each plant, including notes on toxicity and recommended treatment if
a plant is ingested. “An outstanding reference” - American Library
Association. 6 x 9, 324p, 215 color photos, 1995.
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C3125 paperback ..........US $24.95 CAN
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MUSHROOMS
OF NORTHEAST NORTH AMERICA: Midwest to New England
George Barron. Featured in USA Today.
A full-color photographic field guide to mushrooms and fungi of the northern
United States, from Minnesota and Wisconsin to the New England states.
Contains over 600 species in a user-friendly format. Includes notes
on edibility. A combination of excellent photography and species
descriptions. Layout and easy-to-use keys make identification quick
and accurate. A must-have reference. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 336p, color photos,
1999.
M2016 softcover ..........US $19.95 CAN
$26.95
MUSHROOMS
OF WESTERN CANADA
Helene Schalkwijk-Barendsen. Covers 550 species
commonly found from Manitoba to the Pacific, north to the Yukon and Alaska,
and south to California. Concise text, with detailed color illustrations.
Each species entry describes: identifying characteristics; edibility; poisonous
look-alikes; habitat, and; distribution. A valuable resource. 5-1/2
x 8-1/2, 416p, 107 color illustrations, 1991.
M3472 paperback ..........US $22.95 CAN
$26.95
MUSHROOMS
OF ONTARIO AND EASTERN CANADA (including Northeastern United States)
George Barron. A full-color field guide to over
600 mushrooms and fungi of northeastern North America, including the northern
United States (from Minnesota and Wisconsin to the New England states)
and Ontario, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada. Features a "picture key"
to nine groups of fungi, photo guide, and diagnostic keys to differentiate
similar groups. Spectacular photos and excellent species information.
5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 336p, 875 color photos, 1999.
M1990 softcover ..........US $24.95 CAN $29.95
ALL THAT
THE RAIN PROMISES, AND MORE: A HIP POCKET GUIDE TO WESTERN MUSHROOMS
David Arora. Over 35,000 copies sold. Covers
200+ western mushrooms (edible and poisonous) in full-color natural habitat
photos. Includes concise lists of key identifying features, other
traits, where to find them (habitat), edibility, plus other interesting
facts/notes. Contains scientific and common names. A handy
pocket guide. 4 x 7, 256p, 275 color plates, 1990.
H3883 paperback ..........US $17.95 CAN $23.95
GROWING
GOURMET & MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS (3rd ed.)
Paul Stamets. A newly-revised handbook. Contains
updated production techniques for home and commercial cultivation.
Provides detailed growth parameters for thirty-one (31) mushroom species,
a trouble-shooting guide, and handy gardening tips. Includes tips
for setting up a mushroom lab and constructing a growing room. A
popular reference for those with an interest in cultivation. 7-1/2 x 9,
596p, color insert, 2000.
G1754 paperback ..........US $45.00 CAN $55.00
MUSHROOMS
DEMYSTIFIED
David Arora. Revised and expanded edition of "the
best and most complete field guide and reference book about the mushrooms
of North America." Includes descriptions and key to 2000+ species
of mushrooms. Provides a beginner's checklist of the 70 most distinctive
and common mushrooms. Contains detailed chapters on terminology,
classification, habitat, mushroom cookery, toxins, and more. An informative,
indispensable reference. 6 x 9, 1,020p, 250 color, 700 b&w photos,
1986.
M1694 paperback ..........US $39.95 CAN $49.00
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