- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: HarperSanFrancisco (1 Feb 1991)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0062509217
- ISBN-13: 978-0062509215
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.2 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 884,192 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This generously illustrated guide by bestselling author Walker offers a reliable approach to crystals--and a complete guide to what crystals are, what they can do, and what they have come to mean to different peoples down through the ages.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is an educational,yet annoyingly skeptical look at the world of precious and semiprecious minerals.Barbara Walker takes us down the path of hardcore fact,highly accurate in historical and dogmatically scientific terms,yet lacking in any intuitive prowess or feeling for what the title ostensibly calls sacred. It would seem that the only reality according to this book is that which can be proven and sensed directly and objectively,however flawed that system may be.It does however serve as an untainted source of knowledge from the logical perspective.However unnatural and cumbersome it might seem to those who rely on different methods of arriving at truth.This author has no respect for metaphor,and scoffs at spiritual symbolism.I urge the reader to take into account that the knowledge contained in this book is based on reason rather than emotion,and come up with your own interpretations of what is "true" and "false".
Format:Paperback
By sticking to the beliefs attached to certain stones and not letting flights of fancy take over, the author has provided an excellent guide. Too many of these books rely on author's personal beliefs and feelings, rather than allowing the reader to find their own. I'd recommend this book to anyone interested in the folklore of stones.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
A worthwhile investment
11 Oct 2000
Format:Paperback
This is definitely one of the best books I've read on the subject. Over the past few years my interest in gemstones has increased, leading me to further investigate the subject by purchasing various "New Age" books. I'm impressed by Ms. Walker's technical knowledge and clarification of the healing properties associated with individual stones. I also enjoyed reading about stones which are usually not even referred to in other books, such as labradorite, cinnabar, etc. The photographs are beautiful, which only enhance her work. I believe this book is an asset to anyone's collection who is genuinely interested in a truly fascinating topic.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Excellent Gemological Resource
15 May 2000
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This reader friendly book is a well researched and documented source for reliable gemological and mineralogical information, with an anthropological bent. It traces the relationship between mankind and gemstones. This passionate relationship is as old as the species itself. Barbara Walker chronicles many of the current metaphysical associations and claims attributed to stones that are supported with irresponsible New Age pseudoscience. She correctly explains many terms and concepts that have been misused and/or misstated in recent New Age literature. I found the book compelling!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Well informed author has done the research
22 Jun 2010
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Most informative book on crystals and gemstones I have found so far. The book is divided into sections which makes looking up information very easy. I would recommend to anyone studying the subject.
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