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Crystal and Gem (Eyewitness Books (Knopf Hardcover))
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Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Author: R.F. Symes
Binding: Hardcover
Publication Date: 1991-03-20
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Label: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Number Of Pages: 63
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Full-color photos. Learn about the formation and practical uses of crystals, semiprecious stones, and precious metals.
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A BEAUTIFUL BOOK  2008-12-20
I BOUGHT THIS BOOK FOR MY GRANDSON FOR CHRISTMAS THIS YEAR. IT IS A VERY WELL ILLUSTRATED AND WRITTEN BOOK.
Good Eyewitness Books account of crystals and gems  2008-11-16
For those familiar with the Eyewitness Books series, this is yet another fine entry in the catalog. This series is aimed at young readers, and this book will be fine for children in that age range,
Quite sensibly, the volume begins be defining what a crystal is: "solid materials in which the atoms are arranged in a regular pattern." And one category of crystals are called gems, "natural crystals chosen for their beauty, durability, and, in many instances, rarity."
Examples of crystals? Quartz, granite, calcite, and barite. Gems? Diamonds exemplify, as do rubies and sapphires and opal.
The book also discusses uses of crystals. Certainly, decoration is one. So, too, are crystals used in electronics; they even are in credit cards. Diamonds have industrial uses, because of their hardness.
There is a nice discussion of diamonds, from Sinbad to Marilyn Monroe! In addition, there are a couple pages that touch upon the "lore and legend" of crystals over time. I did not know, for example, that Alexander the Great gave lodestones to his soldiers to repel evil spirits.
So, if your child (8-12 years of age) has an interest in crystals and gems, then this would be a valuable resource.
science 2008-07-18
Fascinating. My kids can't put it down. I am entralled by it all. The kids even play "Guess the gem" color in the back with the chart of birthstones.
A great gift for any occasion.
Crystal & Gem Book by DK Publishing 2008-01-18
Crystal & Gem (DK Eyewitness Books)
This book is a great reference book for anyone wanting to enter the world of crystals and gems. My son asked for a diamond and talc so he could compare the hardest and softest minerals, so this is what Santa brought him since diamonds are a tad pricey!
Another Great Eyewitness Book! 2007-11-17
I am a great fan of Eyewitness books and this one is just as great as the others. I am an adult and I always learn a lot from them myself. This book is about crystals and gems which have always facinated me. The stones are beautiful and their beauty is a wonder. Kids love this kind of information too. The kids are always asking me to buy more of them.
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