Download or read book The Chanterelle Book written by Olle Persson and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A culinary and historical paean to the venerable "Cantharellus cibarius", this book traces the fragrant fungus through some 5,000 years of history to its current popularity in farmer's markets and gourmet restaurants around the country. Eloquent scientific and literary tributes from Scandinavia, Germany, and Italy, full-color illustrations, and a wealth of fascinating biological, ecological, and geographical facts work together to create a picture of a truly unusual treat.