Fire in the Earth : The Story of the Diamond
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""Fire in the Earth: The Story of the Diamond"" by James Remington McCarthy is a comprehensive book that delves into the fascinating history, science, and cultural significance of diamonds. The book explores the geological processes that create diamonds, the different types of diamonds, and their properties. It also covers the history of diamond mining and the diamond trade, including the impact of conflict diamonds on the industry.The book also discusses the cultural significance of diamonds, including their use in jewelry, their association with love and marriage, and their role in popular culture. McCarthy explores the symbolism of diamonds in different cultures and religions, as well as their use in art and literature.Throughout the book, McCarthy weaves together scientific facts, historical anecdotes, and cultural insights to create a compelling and informative narrative. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both casual readers and those with a more academic interest in diamonds.Overall, ""Fire in the Earth: The Story of the Diamond"" is an engaging and informative book that offers a comprehensive look at one of the world's most valuable and fascinating gems.A Comprehensive Look Into The Precious Stone Known As The Diamond. The Book Examines Famous Diamonds Of The World, The Mining Of Diamonds, Diamonds Used For Fashion, Industrial Diamonds, And How To Buy Diamonds. Included Are Photographs, Bibliography, And Index.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781258492328
- ISBN-10: 1258492326
- Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
- Publish Date: October 2012
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.69 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.23 pounds
- Page Count: 292
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