Includes index. "Originally published in Canada by Douglas & McIntyre in 2022. First published in the United States in revised form by The Experiment, LLC, in 2023"--title page verso.
Contents:
Recommended Books and Websites 220. Fermenting Feminism 77 -- Fungifest 88 -- Infinity Burial Suit 104 -- Metropolitan Museum Foray 134 -- Mushroom Studio 138 -- Soma 187 -- Zooetics: Psychotropic House 208 -- How to Host a Mushroom Foray 211 -- A Mushroomer's Manifesto 217 -- Recommended Books and Websites 220.
Summary:
"A vibrant, illustrated guide to over 100 common and charismatic mushrooms, with storytelling that explores the connection between humans, fungi, and art"-- Provided by publisher. From Artist's conk to Yellow Swamp Brittlegill, Borsata provides an illustrated guide to over 100 types of mushrooms. In addition to helping readers identify the diversity of fungi flourishing all around us, she provides insights and stories that will spark your curiosity and deepen your appreciation for the world of fungi. You'll learn how to host a mushroom foray, and meet people who have had their lives enriched and expanded their perspectives through their interest in mushrooms. -- adapted from back cover and perusal of book.
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