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100 1 _aSmith, Worthington George,
_d1835-1917
245 1 0 _aMushroom and Toadstools :
_bHow to Distinguish Easily the Differences Between Edible and Poisonous Fungi
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2019-10-24
508 _aProduced 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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEdible mushrooms -- Great Britain
653 _aMushrooms, Poisonous -- Great Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60561
999 _c101387
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