The Mycocultural Revolution

Discover the wonderful world of mushrooms, lichens and micro-fungi, as described in The Mycocultural Revolution by Peter McCoy, one of the leading experts in the field today. This book provides essential information and skills for identifying, cultivating and appreciating the uniqueness of fungi, enabling anyone to participate quickly and easily in the art and science of mycology - the study of fungi. Mycology offers enormous potential to enrich our lives, support our communities and restore the environment. This unique introductory text is accessible to anyone just starting out in mycology, as well as those seeking a new perspective on this important science. Learn general mycological facts, essential information and skills for identifying common mushroom species, tips for collecting mushrooms, delicious recipes, a cultivation guide, mycoremediation (the use of fungi to treat contaminated areas in our environment), crafts based on mushrooms, and much more!

Main Points and Themes:

1. **Relationship to Nature**: McCoy emphasises the importance of fungi as ecological connectors and original elements. He explains how fungi are essential to ecosystems, such as breaking down organic matter and promoting plant growth.

2. **Sustainability and Environmental Practices**: The book looks at how fungi can contribute to sustainable agriculture and environmental management. McCoy advocates the use of mycelium as an alternative raw material for various products, including packaging materials and ecological building products.

3. **Psychedelics and Consciousness**: McCoy explores the psychoactive properties of certain fungi and how they can contribute to spiritual and personal development. He discusses the renewed interest in psychedelics in therapeutic contexts and their potential to bring about social change.

4. **Culture and Society**: A major theme of the book is the call for a "mycocultural" revolution, encouraging people to give fungi an important role in their lives, both literally and figuratively. McCoy suggests changing the way of thinking towards cooperating with nature rather than exploiting it.

5. **Education and Communities**: McCoy stresses the importance of mycological education and building communities focused on sharing knowledge about fungi and their applications.

Contents

• Book "The Mycocultural Revolution"- Peter McCoy
• Language: English
• Number of pages': 192
• Published: November 29, 2022