This edition had all images removed.
Title:
Mushroom and Toadstools
How to Distinguish Easily the Differences Between Edible and Poisonous Fungi
Credits:
Produced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Mushrooms and Toadstools" by Worthington George Smith is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book serves as a guide to the identification of edible and poisonous fungi. It aims to educate readers on the various species of mushrooms found in Great Britain, emphasizing the importance of recognizing safe options for consumption amidst the dangerous varieties that may cause harm. The text outlines numerous species of mushrooms and toadstools, detailing their characteristics, habitats, and culinary uses. Smith categorizes the fungi into edible and poisonous groups, providing concise descriptions and visual references for easier identification. He shares personal experiences with certain species, highlighting the careful consideration needed when foraging for mushrooms. The book promotes a cautious but adventurous approach to experiencing the diverse culinary potential of fungi while warning about the risks associated with incorrectly identifying and consuming toxic varieties. Overall, it serves as a valuable resource for both amateur foragers and those with an interest in natural history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Smith, Worthington George, 1835-1917
EBook No.: 60561
Published: Oct 24, 2019
Downloads: 119
Language: English
Subject: Edible mushrooms -- Great Britain
Subject: Mushrooms, Poisonous -- Great Britain
LoCC: Science: Botany
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Mushroom and Toadstools
How to Distinguish Easily the Differences Between Edible and Poisonous Fungi
Credits:
Produced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Mushrooms and Toadstools" by Worthington George Smith is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book serves as a guide to the identification of edible and poisonous fungi. It aims to educate readers on the various species of mushrooms found in Great Britain, emphasizing the importance of recognizing safe options for consumption amidst the dangerous varieties that may cause harm. The text outlines numerous species of mushrooms and toadstools, detailing their characteristics, habitats, and culinary uses. Smith categorizes the fungi into edible and poisonous groups, providing concise descriptions and visual references for easier identification. He shares personal experiences with certain species, highlighting the careful consideration needed when foraging for mushrooms. The book promotes a cautious but adventurous approach to experiencing the diverse culinary potential of fungi while warning about the risks associated with incorrectly identifying and consuming toxic varieties. Overall, it serves as a valuable resource for both amateur foragers and those with an interest in natural history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Smith, Worthington George, 1835-1917
EBook No.: 60561
Published: Oct 24, 2019
Downloads: 119
Language: English
Subject: Edible mushrooms -- Great Britain
Subject: Mushrooms, Poisonous -- Great Britain
LoCC: Science: Botany
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.