Gardening & Environment Education & Reference Food & Drink
Les Hiddins’ Bush Tucker Map & Guide packs 35 illustrated pages with the bushfood wisdom that made the “Bush Tucker Man” a household name across Australia. This lightweight 2000 Penguin paperback slips easily into a daypack, mapping where to find native fruits, nuts and greens from the tropical north to the red centre.
Every page features Hiddins’ clear sketches and straight-talk tips on recognising, harvesting and safely preparing outback staples. First-time foragers and seasoned campers alike will appreciate the quick-reference layout that keeps survival know-how at their fingertips.
The book is in very good condition, free of smoke or storage smells, ready for your next hike, 4WD adventure or kitchen experiment with Australian native ingredients. A compact treasure for anyone curious about traditional bush tucker and the landscapes that provide it.