Precious Stones in Myths and Legends

The well-known expert and admirer of precious stones, George Kunz, has gathered in his book a unique collection of myths, legends, and magical stories about minerals. He captivatingly tells about ancient beliefs related to amulet and talisman stones, astrological predictions,... and mystical sensations that people have based on both magical and real properties of gemstones since ancient times. The author analyzes and explains the extraordinarily complex symbolism of stones, which has been so deeply believed throughout all times that it sometimes dramatically changed the fates of entire dynasties. He also invites readers to explore the traditions of different peoples that have passed through the ages and to utilize their experiences to find their own guardian stone.

Author: Джордж Фредерик Кунц

Printhouse: Tsentrpoligraf

Age restrictions: 16+

Year of publication: 2025

ISBN: 9785952461789

Number of pages: 317

Size: 210х130х17 mm

Cover type: hard

Weight: 362 g

ID: 1703810

The well-known expert and admirer of precious stones, George Kunz, has gathered in his book a unique collection of myths, legends, and magical stories about minerals. He captivatingly tells about ancient beliefs related to amulet and talisman stones, astrological predictions, and mystical sensations that people have based on both magical and real properties of gemstones since ancient times. The author analyzes and explains the extraordinarily complex symbolism of stones, which has been so deeply believed throughout all times that it sometimes dramatically changed the fates of entire dynasties. He also invites readers to explore the traditions of different peoples that have passed through the ages and to utilize their experiences to find their own guardian stone.

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