The Book of Stones, Revised Edition: Who They Are and What They Teach
Description
Often dubbed the “crystals bible,” this comprehensive reference guide to the
spiritual and healing qualities of 455 sacred stones has become the go-to book
for looking up the properties of gems and minerals. Each entry includes vivid
color photographs for each stone to aid identification and to showcase its
beauty, as well as listing its scientific information, its element and chakra
correspondences, and the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of each
stone. Illustrated by gorgeously lit, clear color photos to aid quick
identification, the book offers an illuminating alphabetical journey through
the mineral kingdom, stone by stone. This new edition of The Book of Stones,
the best-selling guide to some of Earth’s most beautiful natural objects, is
revised to include 76 new entries. The book begins with two introductory
chapters detailing advice by authors Naisha Ahsian and Robert Simmons on how
to work with crystals and stones–including the concept of crystal resonance
and the scientific observation that living organisms (such as ourselves) are
liquid crystalline structures. Each entry begins with the stone name and
photo, plus its elemental and chakra correspondences, as well as keywords that
indicate its properties. Next comes a description of the crystal structure,
hardness, history, and known locations of each mineral, plus any relevant
legend or lore from the past. Each author then offers their own take and
personal insights on the subtle energy properties and spiritual applications
of the stone. The entries conclude with summaries of the spiritual, emotional,
and physical healing qualities of the stone, and an affirmation for evoking
its potential benefits. The book’s presentation is straightforward enough to
make it an excellent introduction for beginners, yet the level of detail and
the depth of research make it an invaluable resource for the most experienced
stone practitioners. Read more
Features:
Product Details:
- Publisher : North Atlantic Books; Revised, Expanded edition (March 10, 2015)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 560 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1583949089
- ISBN-13 : 85
- Item Weight : 2.78 pounds
- Dimensions : 7.05 x 1.18 x 10.85 inches
- Customer Reviews: 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 2,485 ratings