Fungi: Their Nature and Uses by M. C. Cooke
"Fungi: Their Nature and Uses" by M. C. Cooke is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work dives into the complex world of fungi, exploring their biological characteristics, classifications, and their significance in various ecological and agricultural contexts. The author aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of fungi, including their growth, reproduction, and roles in nature. The opening of the book clearly establishes its academic tone and purpose.
It begins with a discussion about the fundamental challenges in differentiating between the kingdoms of life—plants, animals, and minerals—before focusing on fungi. M. C. Cooke delves into the nature of fungi, addressing common perceptions, structural differences, and the ongoing debates among botanists about their classification and relationships to other forms, such as lichens. The text sets the stage for a detailed examination of fungi, highlighting their rapid growth and decay, the distinction between various types, and their ecological impact, firmly positioning fungi within the broader scope of biological study. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cooke, M. C. (Mordecai Cubitt), 1825-1914 |
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| Editor | Berkeley, M. J. (Miles Joseph), 1803-1889 |
| LoC No. | s38000023 |
| Title | Fungi: Their Nature and Uses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Peter Vachuska, Chuck Greif, Leonard Johnson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Fungi |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30181 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 10, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 339 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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