From the reviews: The book (334 pages) is an updated revision of the German edition `Holdz-und Baumpilze' from 1994. ... The book is illustrated with 74 figures (12 coloured pictures) and 49 tables. ... The book is of great interest to scientists, students, professionals working in wood protection, as well as foresters. (Benoit Marcais, Annals of Forest, Vol. 63 (2), 2007)