What a Mushroom Lives For

What a Mushroom Lives For explores the dynamic role of mushrooms, particularly the matsutake, in shaping ecosystems and human culture. Author Michael Hathaway challenges traditional Western views on agency and action, illuminating the complex interconnections between mushrooms, humans, and the environment. Through the lens of the global matsutake trade, the book delves into the intricate relationships that drive both cultural practices and ecological systems, revealing how fungi significantly influence our world in unexpected ways.