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The ubiquitous fungi are little known and vastly underappreciated. Yet, without them we wouldn't have bread, alcohol, cheese, tofu, or the unique flavors of mushrooms, morels, and truffles. We can't survive without fungi. Furthermore, cows and other ruminants would be rendered unable to digest plant material, effectively also eliminating dairy and beef from our diet. Gardening would cease because as nutrients were taken out of the soil and never replaced. Streams and landscapes would accumulate layer upon layer of fallen leaves, wood, and other natural debris that never disintegrated but only added clutter. And many people would die for simple lack of the antibiotic penicillin. So whether we realize it or not, neither we nor our ecosystem can survive without fungi. This book provides a comprehensive look at the biology, structure, and morphological diversity of these necessary organisms. It sheds light on their ecologically important roles in nature, their fascinating relationships with people, plants, and animals, and their practical applications in the manufacture of food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. The book includes information about 'true' fungi, fungus-like creatures (sli

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Author

Steven L. Stephenson

Publisher

Timber Press, Incorporated

Published

2010

Language

EN

ISBN

9781604694024

Category

science

Subjects

Science, Technology, Nature

Rating

4.5 / 5 (50 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14