In 'The Fungi Files: 7 Books on the Fascinating World of Mushrooms,' readers embark on an unparalleled journey through the magical and complex realm of fungi. This anthology captures the multifaceted essence of mushrooms, encompassing a variety of literary styles rich in scientific detail, poetic curiosity, and imaginative exploration. From vividly detailed descriptions to insightful essays, the collection presents an expansive vista on the often mysterious and always captivating fungal wo...

In the meticulously curated anthology 'Toadstools, Mushrooms, Fungi, Edible and Poisonous; One Thousand American Fungi,' editors Charles McIlvaine and Robert K. Macadam explore the vast and bewitching world of North American fungi. The collection masterfully intertwines scientific inquiry with lyrical exposition, capturing the essence of mycological diversity. Spanning from the inviting to the perilous, these works navigate the intricate relationships between humanity and this less visible...

Learn the ins and outs of proper bonsai design and care with this comprehensive Japanese gardening book.Japanese bonsai have long been admired throughout the world while their care and preservation have seemed shrouded in mystery. The Art of Bonsai is, however, a comparatively simple art to learn. Anyone with a love a plants, a little patience and this eminently practical book can create bonsai and keep a finished plant healthy and vigorous for generations...

Essential for all gardeners, horticulturists, teachers, students and naturalists, this is a practical guide to dealing with the pests, diseases and disorders that commonly affect fruit, vegetables, trees and ornamental garden plants.A revision of the highly acclaimed Collins Guide to Pests, Diseases and Disorders first published in 1981, the book now features completely updated text, the addition of several new pests and diseases that have become a threat in the last decade.

R. J. Garner's The Grafter's Handbook is the classic reference book on plant propagation by grafting and has now been revised and updated for a new generation by respected horticulturalist, Steven Bradley. Everything the dedicated amateur, student and professional horticulturalist wants to know about grafting is here, clearly written in a concise and straightforward style. Chapters include Compatibility & Cambial Contact, Rootstocks & their Propagation, Tools & Accessories, Methods of Graf...

Ideal for hikers, foragers, and naturalists, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live.Mushrooms of the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada is a comprehensive field guide to the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in the region. This useful guide features introductory chapters on the basics of mushroom structure, life cycles, and habitats. Profiles include color photographs...

"The lurid photographs and enticing, offhandedly witty descriptions make the reader want to go out collecting specimens right away."— Popular ScienceFrom morels to chanterelles, toadstools to truffles, fungi have been a source of fascination since the earliest hunter-gatherers first foraged for them. Today there are few, if any, places on Earth where fungi have not found themselves a home—their habitats span the poles and the tropics, mountaintops and back...

A wonderful guide for anybody interested in learning the basics of botany.

The "Field Book Of Common Mushrooms - With A Key To Identification Of The Gilled Mushroom And Directions For Cooking Those That Are Edible" by William Sturgis Thomas is designed to assist persons who are interested in mushrooms in identifying some of the species of gilled fungi found growing in fields, woods and dooryards. Dr. Thomas has brought together in condensed and usable form descriptions of 128 species, compiled from Peck, Murrill, Atkinson, Kauffman and other recognised authoritie...

Make the right cut every time and maximize your fruit production—covers over forty varieties of trees from apples to almonds and plums to pomegranates.Note: If you would like to see the Echo Point paperback version of How to Prune Fruit Trees , please search ISBN 1626549540.While the act of pruning is simple enough, knowing where and when to prune can confound even experienced gardeners. For more than half a centu...

Learn all about bonsai tree design and care with this comprehensive Japanese bonsai gardening book.Japanese miniature landscapes and, particularly, dwarf trees-"bonsai," as they are frequently called even in the West-have long been admired throughout the world. It may come as a surprise to inexperienced gardeners but the creation and care of bonsai is a comparatively simple art which can actually be systematically taught rather than, as in earlier books on the subj...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to staining and polishing wood, with information on enamelling, varnishing, and other methods of finishing. Complete with simple instructions and a catalogue of useful recipes, this volume is highly recommended for anyone with a practical interest in wood finishing. Contents include: “Stains for Woods”, “The Various Stains”, “Woods for Staining”, “Preparing the Wood”, “Staining”, “A Colour Chart”, “Colour Schemes and Operations”, “Staining Relief...