Unlock the Hidden Kingdom Beneath Your Feet. Power of the Shade: Not Your Grandfather's Shrooms is a compelling journey into the world of fungi-one of the most misunderstood and underappreciated realms in nature. Author Thomas Guttry blends scientific insight, personal discovery, and engaging storytelling to reveal how fungi quietly shape our ecosystems, food systems, and even human health. From ancient forests to modern medicine, this beautifully crafted guide explores the mysterious mycelial networks beneath the soil, the culinary wonders of edible mushrooms, the transformative power of medicinal species, and the vast biotechnological promise of fungal innovations. Whether you're a beginner mycologist, a nature lover, or a curious mind, this book will change how you see the world-and what's growing in it. With practical chapters on cultivation, foraging, and applications in sustainability and health, Power of the Shade is more than a guide-it's an invitation to explore the future of food, medicine, and environmental harmony through the lens of fungi. Prepare to be fascinated, inspired, and maybe even obsessed.