The Pocket Guide to Wild Mushrooms Review

Not all hunting requires a gun or a bow. But Mushroom hunting does require a keen eye and informed mind. The Pocket Guide to Wild Mushrooms covers a wide variety of edible mushrooms, along with poisonous and toxic varieties. Full color photos accompany insightful details of some of the most common (and delicious!) types of wild mushrooms. Entries are divided into different groups, letting you know which mushrooms are edible, which are toxic, and which mushrooms have "look-alikes." This is vital information for the avid mushroom hunter and can make the difference between a delicious meal or serious (perhaps even deadly) medical problems. This portable guide measures approximately 6¾" x 4¾", making it ideal to carry with you into the forest. Written by Pelle Holmberg and Hans Marklund. 125 pages. Paperback. ...read more