MAGIC OF MUSHROOMS (KEW GARDENS) (HB)

At the centre of countless superstitions, tales and magical beliefs, as well as appearing in recipes and medicines both traditional and modern, mushrooms have incredible powers. Featuring images of over 100 fascinating species, sourced from the archives at the Royal Botanic Gardens, this book shows that from saving lives to messing with the mind, the potential of these fascinating organisms should never be underestimated. Includes: the human history of fungus, how toadstools work, fairy rings, fungus in food, art and beauty, flying high, the cunning woman's stillroom, bad guys, the dark mirror, the future of fungus.