An author talk with
Richard Fortey
Close Encounters of the Fungal Kind
Tuesday 15th October 2024 at 6:30pm
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Richard Fortey has spent much of his lifetime searching for rare and extraordinary fungi, in a quest to understand the importance of ‘the forgotten kingdom’ in the web of nature. He takes us on his journey to meet luminous brackets, stinkhorns and stranglers, and many other bizarre and wonderful mushrooms and toadstools, ranging from the ugliest and strangest species to the beautiful silky rosegill. This is a celebration of fungi in all their different roles – both in the natural world and in our own lives.
Richard’s presentation in our bookshop comes as his new book Close Encounters of the Fungal Kind is newly published.
Described in The Times as …the way science should be written: so engagingly that it makes you forget that you’re actually learning something (actually, you’re learning a lot), and carrying you swiftly from page to page… filled with insight, science, history, charm and wit, we are very much looking forward to hearing from Richard in person and having the chance to learn more about this fascinating subject from him.
A glass of wine or soft drink will be offered as you enjoy the wonders of Richard Fortey’s inspirational insight into the world of fungi and the natural world that surrounds us all.
We are pleased that the book will be available for purchase and signing on this evening.
Click HERE to reserve a copy of Close Encounters of the Fungal Kind.
For more information about author Richard Fortey, click HERE.
