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Embark on a fungi-filled adventure with the inaugural River Cottage Handbook, penned by the esteemed mycologist John Wright. This comprehensive guide delves into the captivating world of mushroom foraging, offering a wealth of knowledge on UK legislation, conservation, practical advice, and identification techniques.
Wright expertly navigates readers through 72 species commonly encountered in Britain's woodlands and clearings. From beloved favourites like Chanterelles and Ceps to a vibrant array of lesser-known varieties, this handbook covers both edible delights and potentially dangerous specimens. Discover the likes of the Velvet Shank, Horn of Plenty, and Giant Puffball, whilst learning to steer clear of perilous fungi such as the Death Cap and Destroying Angel.
Complementing the wealth of mycological wisdom are over 30 mouthwatering mushroom recipes crafted by the River Cottage team. Lavishly illustrated with colour photographs and line drawings, this user-friendly guide also features a practical identification key and a foreword by the renowned Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall.
The River Cottage Mushroom Handbook is destined to become an indispensable reference for any household, offering a thorough and collectable resource for both novice foragers and seasoned mycophiles alike.
Book ISBN: | 9780747589327 |
Book Author: | John Wright |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Book Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Book Dimensions: | 204 x 136 x 26 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2007-03-09 |
Book Pagination: | 256 pages |
Book Weight: | 506g |
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We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’