Common Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms of New York

Mycologists Alan and Arleen Bessette offer a field guide for the identification of common edible and poisonous mushrooms of New York State. Written for readers interested in the safe collection and consumption of a variety of mushrooms, this book includes identification keys for each species and detailed descriptions of poisonous species. In addition, the book is filled with vivid color photographs. Celebrating the culinary adventure of mushroom gathering, the authors include attractive recipes accompanied by photographs of the recipes' preparation. With concise, accurate, and easy-to-follow descriptions, the book provides a safe and reliable introduction to mushroom gathering.

Author: Alan Bessette, Arleen Bessette
Publisher: Syracuse University Press
Published: 07/01/2006
Pages: 107
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.02h x 5.92w x 0.36d
ISBN13: 9780815608486
ISBN10: 0815608489
BISAC Categories:
- Nature | Plants | Mushrooms