The lives of fungi a natural history of our planet's decomposers / Britt A. Bunyard.
| Author/creator | Bunyard, Britt Allen |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Princeton : Princeton University Press, [2022] |
| Description | 288 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 26 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Credo Reference Academic Core |
| Subjects |
| Variant title | Fungi |
| Portion of title | Natural history of our planet's decomposers |
| Contents | What are fungi? -- Reproduction -- Chemistry and physiology -- Saprobes and parasites -- Pathogens, pandemics, and scourges -- Mutualistic symbionts -- Fungi and humans -- Fungi and the future. |
| Abstract | "A fascinating and richly illustrated exploration of the natural history of fungi. We know fungi are important, for us as well as the environment. But how they live, and what they can do, remains mysterious and surprising. Filled with stunning photographs, The Lives of Fungi presents an inside look into their hidden and extraordinary world. The wonders of fungi are myriad: a mushroom poking up through leaf litter literally overnight, or the sensational hit of umami from truffle shavings. Alexander Fleming cured infections with mold and spiritual guides have long used psychedelic mushrooms to enhance understanding. Then there are the tiny threads of fungi, called hyphae, that create a communications network for the natural world while decomposing organic matter. Combining engaging and accessible text with beautiful images, The Lives of Fungi lays out all the essential facts about fungi for the mycologically curious."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 282-283) and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Issued in other form | ebook version : 9780691230351 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2021949362 |
| ISBN | 0691229848 |
| ISBN | 9780691229843 |
| ISBN | (ebook) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |