Stoned jewelry, obsession, and how desire shapes the world
An account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history shares insights into the role of precious gemstones in triggering cultural movements, political dynasties, and wars, while exploring how jewels reflect darker aspects of human nature.
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY :
Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers,
[2015]
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| Edition: | First edition. |
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| Summary: | An account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history shares insights into the role of precious gemstones in triggering cultural movements, political dynasties, and wars, while exploring how jewels reflect darker aspects of human nature. |
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| Physical Description: | xii, 356 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| ISBN: | 9780062334701 0062334700 9780062334695 0062334697 0062334719 9780062334718 |
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