Collins Complete British Mushrooms and Toadstools

Collins Complete British Mushrooms and Toadstools

Author: Paul Sterry

Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780007232246

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This book allows everyone to identify mushrooms found in Britain and Ireland. The book is illustrated with beautiful photographs throughout, featuring the species you are most likely to see. Extensive details on size, shape and colour are given and over 1,500 photographs help you identify each species.


Collins Fungi Guide

Collins Fungi Guide

Author: Stefan Buczacki

Publisher: Harpercollins Pub Limited

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 640

ISBN-13: 9780007242900

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Every species is illustrated in colour, directly opposite the species description, with illustrations of young and mature fruiting bodies where necessary. Nearly 2,400 species are illustrated in full colour, with detailed notes on how to correctly identify them, with details of similar, confusing species also given to further ensure correct identification. Written by one of Europe's leading mycologists, Stefan Buczacki, and illustrated by two of the world's leading natural history illustrators, Christopher Shields and Denys Ovenden, this is the ultimate fungi guide for both amateur and experienced mycologists alike.


Mushrooms and Toadstools of Britain & Europe

Mushrooms and Toadstools of Britain & Europe

Author: Edmund Garnweidner

Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780002199940

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This pocket-sized guide covers over 400 of the commonest species of mushroom and toadstool found in Britain and Europe. Each species is illustrated with a photograph and described in detail in the text, which includes information on colour, shape, smell, taste, time of year the mushroom is seen, and similar species. The guide is not arranged in complicated taxonomic order, but by shape for easy identification. This means that even the absolute beginner can identify mushrooms using this guide. Other features include additional helpful mushroom information at the back and a durable plastic cover.


Mushrooms (Collins Gem)

Mushrooms (Collins Gem)

Author: Patrick Harding

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2012-04-12

Total Pages: 497

ISBN-13: 0007448562

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The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.


British Coastal Wildlife (Collins Complete Guides)

British Coastal Wildlife (Collins Complete Guides)

Author: Paul Sterry

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2012-07-05

Total Pages: 1412

ISBN-13: 0007448589

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Discover over 1,200 species of animals and plants found in the coastal regions of Britain and make the most of your surroundings, whether you are on a holiday browse or serious quest. This is the definitive photographic reference guide for nature enthusiasts.


How to Identify Edible Mushrooms

How to Identify Edible Mushrooms

Author: Patrick Harding

Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13:

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'How to Identify Edible Mushrooms' describes all the edible species of mushroom, together with those with which they may be confused. Organised by habitat for easy reference, it is beautifully illustrated and includes the best ways to cook and eat the mushrooms you collect.Main species are illustrated in their relevant habitat, and key features are described in detail. 'Lookalikes' are shown alongside the main species, and additional illustrations indicate how they differ.Calendar bars indicating at what time of year you can expect to see each mushroom along with an annotated cross-section giving accurate measurements make identification easier.


Edible Mushrooms

Edible Mushrooms

Author: Pavel Kalac

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2016-01-30

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 0128045027

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Edible Mushrooms provides an advanced overview of the chemical composition and nutritional properties of nearly all species of culinary mushrooms. This unique compendium gathers all current literature, which has beendispersed as fragmentary information until now. The book is broken into five parts covering chemical and nutrient composition, taste and flavor components as well as health stimulating and potentially detrimental effects. Appendices provide helpful quick references on abbreviations, common names of mushrooms, fatty acid profiles, and an index of mushroom species. Mycologists, nutrition researchers, mushroom cultivators and distributors, and food and neutraceutical processors will benefit from this sweeping overview of edible mushrooms. - Thoroughly explores the chemical composition and nutritional value of both cultivated and wild growing mushroom species. - Gathers all the information available on mushroom compounds in order providing an easy comparison of nutritional properties and bioactive compounds. - Includes hundreds of current references allowing you to further your exploration of the topic by reviewing the detailed data in the primary literature.


Collins British Wildlife

Collins British Wildlife

Author: Paul Sterry

Publisher: Collins

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13:

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Unlock the secrets of Britain's natural world with this essential wildlife guide Ever wanted to know if it's a great tit, or a blue tit, a rabbit or a hare, a cowslip or an oxlip? Covering all common animals and plants found in the British Isles, 'Collins British Wildlife' tells you everything you need to know about the things you see in your garden, the park or the countryside - and how to tell the difference between them. The key to enjoying the natural world is being able to put a name to the animal or plant that you see outdoors. Including all wildlife groups in one comprehensive volume, this is the perfect home reference guide - an essential volume for every bookshelf. With over 3,500 stunning photographs, and written by one of the UK's leading naturalists, this is a book that will unlock the secrets of the extraordinary natural world around you.


Mushrooms and Toadstools of Britain and Europe

Mushrooms and Toadstools of Britain and Europe

Author: Andreas Gminder

Publisher: A & C Black

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781408101568

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This indispensable guide to the Mushrooms of Britain and Europeis part of the new Black's Nature Guide series. Over 450 species ofmushroom are covered, each beautifully illustrated with detailedpaintings and clear photographs. The images not only show you what themushroom looks like in its habitat, but also focus in on specificfeatures to aid identification. Clear andconcise information is provided, such as the season of the mushroom,whether it is edible and preferred habitat.