Entangled Life: The Illustrated Edition

How Fungi Make Our Worlds

By Merlin Sheldrake

A visually spectacular journey into the hidden world of fungi and the extraordinary networks that sustain life on Earth.

In Entangled Life, biologist and writer Merlin Sheldrake reveals fungi as remarkable organisms that shape ecosystems, influence human life and challenge the way we understand intelligence, individuality and the natural world. From microscopic yeasts and underground mycelial networks to familiar mushrooms and vast living systems, fungi are shown to be essential participants in many of nature’s most important processes.

This beautifully presented illustrated edition brings Sheldrake’s award-winning exploration to life through more than 100 full-colour photographs and images. Combining fascinating science, vivid storytelling and breathtaking visuals, it offers a new perspective on the complex relationships connecting plants, animals, fungi and people.

Inside this book

• An accessible exploration of fungi and mycelial networks
• More than 100 full-colour photographs and illustrations
• Insights into how fungi support plants, ecosystems and human life
• Fascinating examples of fungal communication, adaptation and cooperation
• Discussions of ecology, medicine, food, fermentation and environmental restoration
• Thought-provoking ideas about intelligence, identity and interconnectedness

Why this book stands out

• A beautifully illustrated edition of an internationally bestselling work
• Written by a biologist specialising in underground fungal networks
• Combines scientific research with engaging and imaginative storytelling
• Winner of the 2021 Royal Society Science Book Prize and the Wainwright Prize for Conservation Writing

Perfect for

• Nature lovers and curious minds
• Readers interested in mushrooms, mycology and ecology
• Gardeners, environmentalists and sustainability enthusiasts
• Fans of science and natural-history writing
• A striking coffee-table book or thoughtful gift

Book details

Author: Merlin Sheldrake
Format: Hardback
Pages: 240
Publisher: The Bodley Head / Vintage Publishing
Publication year: 2023
Dimensions: 25.2 × 19.6 × 2.4 cm
Weight: Approximately 977 g
ISBN: 9781847927736