* Signed bookplate * Dr. Fun Guy's Passport to Kingdom Fungi : A Scientist's Guide to the Wild and Wonderful World of Mushrooms, Molds, and More. In Dr. Fun Guy's Passport to Kingdom Fungi, biochemist and lifelong mushroom afficionado Dr. Gordon Walker brings his scientific knowledge and love for everything fungi to the page. The first section of the book is written in a comprehensive question-and-answer format. Starting with "What are fungi?," it covers everything from what mycelium is and fungi's evolution and biochemistry to how they are classified and how they impact our world today. There is also information on best foraging practices, culinary techniques, and mushroom identification skills. The second half of the book profiles various mushrooms and other fungi, from incredible edibles you can find in the wild to the dangerously toxic, medicinal, and just plain weird. Finally, Gordon covers fungal phenomena, showing the amazing breadth and diversity of the fungal kingdom.