Foraging the Mountain West: Gourmet Edible Plants, Mushrooms, and Meat, by Thomas J. Elpel and Kris Reed

A hands-on manual for identifying, harvesting, and preparing real food. It is written for the backpacker who would rather bring more knowledge and fewer provisions into the wilderness. It is intended for the happy homemaker who wants to eat well and spend less. It is ideal for the creative chef who wants to explore new ingredients and impress diners with novel dishes.