Take a whirlwind journey into the wondrous world of the fungal kingdom in this visually stunning book by interdisciplinary artist and biodesigner Kit Ondaatje Rolls. Discover fungi's far-reaching impact on the fabric of life on Earth - and beyond - through mycology, folklore, art, stories and hands-on recipes and activities.
More than peculiar organisms underfoot, fungi are catalysts of ecological, cultural and spiritual renewal across the globe. Entwining modern science and ancient wisdom - and ancient science and modern wisdom - this book digs deep into the mycological heart of life on Earth. Complemented by fascinating photography and art in many forms, this transformative book invites you to personally connect with the fungal world:
This volume features 30 short stories, each entangling the life of a human and a fungus, with each tale ending with a recipe or experiment from notable figures in the fungi community.
Entangle yourself in the myth, madness, medicine and malaise of these creatures to deeper your connection with yourself, others, and the world around you.
| ISBN: | 9781786789723 |
| Publication date: | 14th July 2026 |
| Author: | Kit Ondaatje Rolls |
| Publisher: | Watkins Publishing |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 348 pages |
| Genres: |
Mycology, fungi Trees, wildflowers and plants: general interest Nature in art |
Take a whirlwind journey into the wondrous world of the fungal kingdom in this visually stunning book by interdisciplinary artist and biodesigner Kit Ondaatje Rolls. Discover fungi's far-reaching impact on the fabric of life on Earth - and beyond - through mycology, folklore, art, stories and hands-on recipes and activities.
More than peculiar organisms underfoot, fungi are catalysts of ecological, cultural and spiritual renewal across the globe. Entwining modern science and ancient wisdom - and ancient science and modern wisdom - this book digs deep into the mycological heart of life on Earth. Complemented by fascinating photography and art in many forms, this transformative book invites you to personally connect with the fungal world:
This volume features 30 short stories, each entangling the life of a human and a fungus, with each tale ending with a recipe or experiment from notable figures in the fungi community.
Entangle yourself in the myth, madness, medicine and malaise of these creatures to deeper your connection with yourself, others, and the world around you.
Fungi: Creatures & Cultures features in the following genres: Nature in art, Mycology, fungi
Fungi: Creatures & Cultures is available in Hardback
Fungi: Creatures & Cultures was written by Kit Ondaatje Rolls and published by Watkins Publishing
Fungi: Creatures & Cultures has 348 pages
£26.09