{"product_id":"the-mushroom-compendium-explore-the-kingdom-of-fungi-9781399620864","title":"The Mushroom Compendium: Explore the Kingdom of Fungi","description":"Unearth the scientific, cultural and fantastical properties of mushrooms.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFungi are the foundation upon which a healthy ecosystem is based; they're essential to the growth and success of our planet and yet many people barely know a porcini from a portobello, or a chestnut from a shiitake - and that's just the edible ones. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With these 50 reference cards and accompanying poster, explore the world of mushrooms beyond what's in your kitchen - from a ballerina waxcap and barbie pagodas to a snowy disco and stinkhorns - and discover the incredible diversity of their roles in ecosystems around the world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Different varieties and the habitats in which mushrooms thrive are everywhere across the globe, and the importance of these organisms shouldn't be understated. From providing fundamental enzymes in food production and the creation of modern medicines, to traditional healing and cultural uses of hallucinogenic fungi, mushrooms are a vital part of the natural world that many know relatively little about. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This deck celebrates their beauty, complexity and significance, and gives an insight into this fascinating kingdom of fungi. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e50 ILLUSTRATED CARDS\u003c\/b\u003e profiling 50 varieties of mushrooms from around the globe, accompanied by a detailed poster. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eINTRIGUING ILLUSTRATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e showcasing the incredible diversity of mushrooms by East London illustrator Alice Pattullo. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eEXPERT AUTHORS: \u003c\/b\u003etext by the curators at Kew Garden's Fungarium. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE PERFECT GIFT\u003c\/b\u003e for nature lovers, this deck brings together fascinating information and stylish illustrations in one package. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eLAURENCE KING\u003c\/b\u003e has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoyal Botanic Gardens, Kew (author)\u003c\/b\u003e The Kew Fungarium holds the most comprehensive collection of fungi in the world, with over 1.25 million fungal specimens, at least 60,000 species and approximately 60% of the world's currently known fungi. Lee Davies, Isabella Miles-Bunch, Roseina Woods and Amy Junnonen are all part of the Fungarium team at Kew. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlice Pattullo\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator based in East London. She works on commissioned illustrations for a variety of clients and regularly explores British traditions, sayings, rhymes, folklore and superstitions in her work.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Laurence King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50892827001106,"sku":"9781399620864","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_2734cac3-adea-4d4b-b416-1c40925c871d.jpg?v=1738207860","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-mushroom-compendium-explore-the-kingdom-of-fungi-9781399620864","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}