Funga Obscura

“Who’d have thought fungi could be so…fabulous? Ecologist and environmental photographer Alison Pouliot has a focus on fungi and her pictures take us across continents and hemispheres…This festival of fungi encompasses the cute and the creepy and reminds us that fungus is a vital component of life on Earth.” * Canberra Times *“Funga Obscura is a beautifully crafted book that explores the world of fungi through a blend of storytelling and photography. It features Pouliot’s stunning, high-quality photographs of fungi—each thoughtfully composed—paired with personal reflections and engaging insights into her deep passion for fungi and the art of capturing them on camera…Funga Obscura invites you to wander into nature and study fungi for yourself.” * The Tasmanian Times *“Funga Obscura is an extraordinary exploration of the hidden kingdom of fungi, presented through a unique combination of evocative writing and stunning photography. Pouliot takes us on a journey not just across the world but through time itself, beginning with the origins of life on Earth. Her narrative is a masterful blend of science, art, and personal discovery, making the book a truly immersive experience.” * Australian Garden History Society *“Pouliot conveys the otherworldly charisma of mushrooms with love and skill.” – The Sydney Morning Herald * Previous praise for Pouliot *“A charming, informative presentation of a world beneath our feet.” – Booklist * Previous praise for Pouliot *“[Pouliot makes a] convincing case… . Fungi are essential to the world as we know it.” – The New York Review of Books * Previous praise for Pouliot *“She brings fungi to life with lush descriptions, infectious enthusiasm, and gorgeous pictures.” – Book Riot * Previous prasie for Pouliot *

Alison Pouliot is an ecologist and photographer with a passion for fungi. She has written several books, including Mushroom Day: A Story of 24 Hours and 24 Fungal Lives and Meetings with Remarkable Mushrooms.