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Kew - The Magic of Mushrooms

Fungi in folklore, superstition and traditional medicine

Sandra Lawrence Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

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English
Welbeck
29 November 2022
Explore the wonderful world of some of the most incredible natural forms on our planet - fungi.

At the centre of countless superstitions, folkloric 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, Kew, The Magic of Mushrooms shows that from saving lives to expanding the mind, the potential of these fascinating organisms should not be underestimated.

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Imprint:   Welbeck
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 214mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 22mm
Weight:   540g
ISBN:   9781787399068
ISBN 10:   1787399060
Pages:   208
Publication Date:  
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Primary ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Sandra Lawrence is a journalist and author. She writes for theEvening Standard,Guardian,Financial Times,The Times, Londonist.com and theEnglish Garden. She is the London columnist forBritish Heritage magazine and is on the Q&A panel of experts forHistory Revealed magazine. Her travel writing is collected on madamepassepartout.com.

Reviews for Kew - The Magic of Mushrooms: Fungi in folklore, superstition and traditional medicine

'A beautifully illustrated and entertaining read ... A feast for the eyes' * Gardens Illustrated * 'The author has risen magnificently to the challenge of this huge area of scholarship ... This well-turned out book would adorn your bookshelf' * The Garden *


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