Fungi of Temperate Europe

Name: Fungi of Temperate Europe
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SKU: 9780691180373
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By Jens Henrik Petersen and Thomas Læssøe and Jens H. Petersen

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Fungi of Temperate Europe is an extensive two-volume mycological guide covering over 2,800 fungal species found across temperate Europe. With more than 7,000 photographs spanning 1,700 pages, it includes familiar groups such as agarics, boletes, chanterelles and morels, as well as less common fungi like cyphelloids and pyrenomycetes. The guide features detailed descriptions of morphology, ecology and distribution, plus 1,500+ species compared as look-alikes. An innovative identification system uses 80 'form groups', with comparison wheels, photos and microscopic drawings. Colour coding highlights edible and poisonous species, making it an essential resource for anyone studying or enjoying fungi in this region.
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This set is ideal for professional and amateur mycologists, naturalists, ecologists and students passionate about fungal diversity and identification in temperate European regions. Its in-depth content and comprehensive photographic documentation also make it valuable for educators and researchers.

This is one of the most comprehensive mycological guides ever published. Features more than 7,000 photographs, this lavish two-volume set treats more than 2,800 species of fungi across the region.

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Fungi of Temperate Europe is one of the most comprehensive mycological guides ever published. Featuring more than 7,000 photographs, this lavish two-volume set treats more than 2,800 species of fungi across the region.

Including agarics, boletes, chanterelles, and morels, but also more obscure groups such as cyphelloids, cup fungi, pyrenomycetous fungi, and hysterioids, this guide takes an unprecedentedly broad approach to communicating fungal diversity. All species are illustrated with one or more photographs and information is given on morphology, ecology, and distribution within temperate Europe. Furthermore, 1,500+ species are discussed as potential look-alikes.

The books are divided into eighty "form groups," each starting with an innovative comparison wheel with guiding photos, distinguishing characteristics, and drawings of essential microscopic features. Poisonous and edible species are colour-coded within the text.

Revealing the world of fungi in all its splendour, Fungi of Temperate Europe is a must-have resource for any amateur or professional mycologist.

7,000+ photographs across 1,700 pages

Colourful, up-close photos unrivalled by other mycological guides

Coverage for 2,800+ fungal species

Innovative and accessible system of identification

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The guide has received high praise for its practicality, photographic quality and broad coverage. IMA Fungus lauds it as a remarkable achievement invaluable to field mycologists. British Wildlife editor Peter Marren calls the illustrations "simply glorious," while Mycotaxon commends its accessibility and detailed presentation that makes identification engaging. Inquisitive Biologist describes the volumes as "over 1700 pages of photographic goodness for the serious mycologist."

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691180373

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 October 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 7,000 color illus.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 245.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 1708

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Education & Reference Jens H. Petersen Jens Henrik Petersen Non-Fiction Science & Nature Thomas Læssøe Travel & Adventure

About the Author

Thomas Lsse is a mycologist and researcher with the Globe Institute and the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen. He has previously been a senior scientific officer at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and is the author of several guidebooks. Jens H. Petersen is a mycologist, graphic designer and photographer. He taught mycology at Aarhus University for more than twenty years and is the author of The Kingdom of Fungi).