Rocks and minerals have captivated the human imagination for centuries. Crystals, Rocks, and Gemstones explores the most interesting and illuminating facts about these precious treasures, from how rocks form and why gems come in different colors, to what makes a diamond valuable and why people feel a spiritual connection with crystals. Did you know that fossils made entirely out of iridescent opal have been found? Or that the ancient Egyptians believed that adorning mummies with emeralds ensured safe passage to the afterlife?
With gorgeous illustrations on every page, this covetable guide delves into the natural history, uses, and cultural significance of over 80 stones, their place in our history, and our fascination with these gifts of the earth. Perfect for lovers of nature, rock collectors, and crystal afficionados, Crystals, Rocks, and Gemstones will delight and inspire readers of all ages.
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Emilio RodrÃguez –
The product page image does not do this book justice. It has a beautiful holographic, rainbow-like glimmer effect on the cover that may hands down be the best drawn representation of minerals in existence. Plus, the book is lovely—however, Indo think it is oriented more towards adults or at least older children due to the slightly technical and very complete array of information.
AndreaRomance –
This beautifully illustrated guide examines the formation, properties, cultural significance, and captivating history of stones and minerals. Featuring over 80 entries, the book explores their uses and our enduring fascination with them. It’s full of practical information and fun facts to delight both children and adults.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Staci –
Don’t let the smaller size of this book fool you! It is jam-packed with fun facts, interesting information, and illustrations. I think it would appeal to rock, crystal, and gem enthusiasts of any age.
Mary –
If you want a short introduction to Crystals, Rocks and Gemstones then this book is a decent place to start. Unusually the author has opted for paintings of the rocks rather than photographs but in this case this is beneficial as it makes the book feel more like an introduction to the topic than an identification guide, of which there are many.
The copy is concise so doesn’t overwhelm readers with unnecessary detail but provides a good and interesting inroad into each type of rock in turn. I finished the book having learned more about rocks and the human part of their histories. The only thing missing was a further reading section for anyone who, excuse the pun, wants to dig deeper. A short and fascinating read.
Narelle Lahiff –
Gorgeous illustrations with great crystal definitions.