One of the series of 6 Fungi of Switzerland books. Contains identification key, and descriptions of macroscopic and microscopic characteristics of 390 species, each accompanied by a good quality photograph, and b/w line illustrations.
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Now long out of print and becoming increasingly costly in the used book market. But well worth tracking down if a copy can be found at reasonable price.
Also long out of print, much harder to find, and even more costly than the above in the used book market- but still acknowledged as one of the best books available on the subject.
A modern reprint of the book is currently available from this supplier. (I have not seen a copy so cannot comment upon it):-
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Contains extensive keys, descriptions of macro and micro characteristics of over 3500 species, more than 2200 b/w line illustrations, and indices both by fungus and by host plant.
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There is also a wealth of resources at http://www.ascofrance.com” class=”bbcode_url”>http://www.ascofrance.com , where you will find Europe’s leading ascomycete specialists.
Regards,
Mike.
