Psilocybin Mushrooms of the World by Paul Stamets

Paul Stamets . Unknown Year . English

The definitive identification guide to more than 100 species of psychedelic mushrooms across the globe, from the author of Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms “Full of clear, accurate information and sound advice, Psilocybin Mushrooms of the World will appeal to anyone wishing to expand their psychic and mycological horizons.”—David Arora, author of Mushrooms Demystified Throughout history, humans have incorporated psychoactive mushrooms into our lives in myriad ways, including religious ceremonies where the fungi were worshiped through consumption in annual Aztec feasts and the secretive ancient Greek Eleusinian mysteries. In Psylocibin Mushrooms of the World, renowned mycologist Paul Stamets provides a fascinating overview of these misunderstood mushrooms and their continued significance in today’s culture, detailing more than 100 species through colorful photographs, graphs, and the individual effects of each mushroom. He also explores the psychedelic mushrooms’ deadly lookalikes and warns readers about the dangers of consuming wild mushrooms. Complete with a glossary, supplemental resources, and comprehensive illustrations, Psylocibin Mushrooms of the World is the ultimate guide to demystifying and understanding psychedelic mushrooms.

Categories: Literary Fiction

About the Author

Mycologist Paul Stamets is the author of seven books. He is an invention ambassador for the American Association for the Advancement of Science and was inducted into The Explorer’s Club in 2020. He has received numerous awards, including the National Mycologist Award from the North American Mycological Association, the Gordon and Tina Wasson Award from the Mycological Society of America, the Disruptor Award from NextMed, and the SynBioBeta Lifetime Achievement Award. He has named numerous new species of psilocybin mushrooms, and a new mushroom species has recently been named after him: Psilocybe stametsii. He is a collaborator with numerous scientific organizations and research institutes. His research is considered breakthrough by thought leaders for creating a paradigm shift for helping ecosystems worldwide. His work has entered the mainstream of popular culture: In the new Star Trek: Discovery series on CBS, the science officer is portrayed by an astromycologist, Lt. Commander Paul Stamets. His work with mycelium has become a central theme of this series. In addition, he is the primary guide to the incredible mushroom documentary Fantastic Fungi, which first appeared in theaters in fall 2019, with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

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