All knowledge, all stories, all powers, all hopes.
They are everywhere! When mushrooms (almost) rule the world…
27,000 species in France, and more than 150,000 worldwide, with over 1,500 new species discovered each year… the world of fungi is a vast realm waiting to be explored!
That is precisely the aim of this book, which takes us on a journey to discover mushrooms in all their forms and uses: biology, history, culture, science, economy, politics, medicine, the arts… A comprehensive exploration of the stories, knowledge, powers, and issues that connect humans and fungi, supported by extensive research and rich, diverse imagery.
Co-published with Terre Vivante, this is the seventh title in a now well-established collection, following Seeds, Trees, Hemp and Cannabis, Waters, Vines and Grapes, and Soils. Its multifaceted design ranges from portfolios to “newspaper-style” articles, including “word clouds” and visual mosaics. From bread to penicillin, mushrooms are everywhere in nature—and we are only just beginning to uncover all their stories and powers…
