Celebrating the Wild Mushroom

Abstract: A popular book is offered for amateur mushroom collectors and people interested in the culinary potentials of mushrooms. Descriptive narratives are included on: (1) the history, characteristics, varied types, and locations of mushrooms; and (2) basic field guidelines and hints for hunting and identifying common and celebrated mushrooms, and for using them in recipes. The author includes illustrated discussions of 20 mushroom varieties and recipes in which they can be used, as well as descriptions of the poisonous mushroom varieties. A list of resources for further reading is appended.