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Un* bambin* trova un sasso, lo tocca, lo guarda e inizia a parlargli.Il sasso sembra non ascoltare, ma alla fine rompe il silenzio.Come in una danza, domanda dopo domanda, i due si avvicinano.All'in……続きを見る

“Patients should, in all occurrences of disease, receive large quantities of Vitamin C, while the physician ponders the diagnosis.” Quote vitamin C researcher Levy For decades, I had the flu, runny ……続きを見る

“Highly recommended for a wide audience.” Donovan's Literary Services - Midwest Book Review “Highly engaging little read.” J. Aislynn d Merricksson - Readers' Favorite “More an adventure tale” Big A……続きを見る

This is a pictionary used to facilitate the visual learning of rocks and minerals. Kids need short written explanations using age-appropriate language strengthened by complementing pictures. This wa……続きを見る

The scandals, mysteries, and human stories behind the world’s greatest gems are brought to life by the curator of the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection Dr. Jeffrey E. Post, curator of the Nation……続きを見る

'Astounding ... To call this a "history" does not do justice to Helen Gordon's ambition' Simon Ings, Daily Telegraph 'Awe-inspiring ... She has imbued geological tales with a beauty and humanity' Sh……続きを見る

This antiquarian book contains a detailed and practical guide to gem cutting as a hobby, with information on cabochons, faceting, spheres, tumbling, special techniques, and more. An exhaustive manua……続きを見る

A lavishly illustrated, in-depth early history covering two thousand years of diamond jewelry and commerce, from the Indian mines to European merchants, courts, and workshops This richly illustrated……続きを見る

The 75 sites described in this guide take you across the red desert to the high mountain majesty of the Big Horns and Wind Rivers as well as the geologic wonders of Yellowstone National Park. Graham……続きを見る

A complete guide and source-book brimming with advice on collecting and preparing gems and minerals . 続きを見る

Rockhounding Colorado takes you to 100 of the best rockhounding sites in the state. Search for amethyst and quartz at the Crystal Hill Mine, check out the view at Douglas Pass while looking for leaf……続きを見る

With this informative, fully updated and revised guide, you can explore the mineral-rich region of Montana. It describes the state's best rockhounding sites and covers popular and commerical sites a……続きを見る

The Definitive Guide to Ancient and Contemporary Rock Art! Rock Art explores the fascinating history of ancient human-made stone markings that have puzzled historians, archaeologists, and hikers ali……続きを見る

An enchanting biography of the most resonant – and most necessary – chemical element on Earth. Carbon. It is the building block of every cell that makes up every living thing. It is the essential co……続きを見る

Geological Journeys: a traveller’s guide to South Africa’s rocks and landforms is an essential companion for car journeys. How often have we wondered about the jaunty tilt of a mountain ahead, the u……続きを見る

The author teaches the three, main methods for finding diamonds in Arkansas. He also gives examples of people who have found success using these methods. Men, women, children, and the elderly can us……続きを見る

Every 12-year-old’s two favorite words: Summer vacation. No cold weather. No school. Just months of free time ahead. Best friends Sage Carrington and Isabel Flores are making the most of their summe……続きを見る

This edition features • illustrations • a linked Table of Contents and Index CONTENTS Table of clay rocks I Introduction. The chemical and physical properties of clays II Clay and associated rocks I……続きを見る

Ayers Rock Uluru the largest monolith in the world, how did it get there? This book explains the wonders of the Australian landscape in the context of geology, geography, botany, zoology, ecology, ……続きを見る

Some visitors to SW Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds State Park find a valuable gem after just a short while on the search field. This ebook relates numerous, true stories of lucky visitors who discover……続きを見る

A mid nineteenth century look at diamonds and other precious stones: Diamonds, Gems, Corals and Pearls. This short piece includes a brief history of some famous stones and a brief description of min……続きを見る

This vintage book contains an interesting and practical study of the identification of gemstones, pearls, and ornamental minerals. A comprehensive and profusely-illustrated handbook for both novice ……続きを見る

The Collins Nature Library is a new series of classic British nature writing – reissues of long-lost seminal works. The titles have been chosen by one of Britain’s best known and highly-acclaimed na……続きを見る

This ebook edition does not include illustrations. ‘In Richard Fortey’s capable hands the humble grey trilobite has been transformed into the E.T. of the Lower Palaeozoic – a remarkable and fascinat……続きを見る

Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals of Southern Africa is the first definitive field guide to document the common, rare and unusual rocks and minerals of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Les……続きを見る

"To see a world in a grain of sand, And a heaven in a wild flower. To hold infinity in the palm of your hand, And eternity in an hour." William Blake, "Auguries of Innocence"1805……続きを見る

This is the true story of how I sought for, and found a 2.13-carat, brown diamond at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park. I had it cut into a lovely, 1.21-carat marquise diamond. I then had it g……続きを見る

Learn how to turn stones into jewelry with this easy to use guide on rock polishing, rock polishing kit, rock polishing grit and rock polishing supplies.続きを見る

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Eerste Veldgids tot Gesteentes & Minerale, die jongste toevoeging tot die gewilde Struik Nature-reeks, stel die belangrikste en interessantste gesteentes en minerale van ons geologies opwindende str……続きを見る