Books like Fungi by Mary Kay Carson

A guide to plants which reproduce without bearing flowers, including a general introduction and suggested activities. Divided by type of plant: algae, fungi, lichens, mosses, liverworts, ferns, and gymnosperms.

Explore the life cycle of mushrooms and fungi—how they absorb nutrients, grow, and multiply—through a clear, engaging overview designed for young readers.

A mushroom is pleasant to eat, toadstools and puffballs are usually kicked aside without much examination. 'Fairy Rings' are most mysterious, penicillin is one of the wonders of the age, and dry rot the terror of the house owner. In this short book the author tells us the fascinating story of how they live and what they do. She has drawn some delightful pictures to illustrate the text.

Fungi: Biology and Applications is a comprehensive, balanced introduction of the biology, biotechnological applications and medical significance of fungi. With no prior knowledge of the subject assumed, the opening chapters offer a broad overview of the basics of fungal biology, in particular the physiology and genetics of fungi. Later chapters move on to include more detailed coverage of topics such as proteomics, bioinformatics, heterologous protein expression, medical mycology, anti-fungal drug development and function, fungal biotechnology and fungal pathogens of economically important plants. Carefully structured, each chapter contains self-assessment exercises with answers included at the end of the book to enhance student understanding. A comprehensive treatment of the medical and economic importance of fungi to everyday life Chapters include revision sections and problems to reinforce key concepts Invaluable for undergraduates taking a first course on fungal biology or mycology. also of interest to those working within the field looking for an up-to-date introduction.

The fungi are one of the great groups of living organisms, comparable in numbers of species, diversity, and ecological significance with animals, plants, protists, and bacteria. This textbook deals with all fundamental and applied aspects of mycology, illustrated by reference to well studied species from major fungal groups.