Stoned: Jewelry, Obsession, and How Desire Shapes the World

by Aja Raden

Book Overview

An account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history shares insights into the role of precious gemstones in triggering cultural movements, political dynasties, and wars, while exploring how jewels reflect darker aspects of human nature.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062334700
• ISBN13: 9780062334701
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Ecco Press
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.3" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

Informative and entertaining

Aja Raden spins an entertaining and informative tale that walks the reader through the backstory of our favorite gems. Why are pearls so valuable? Manhattan was traded for beads? Tell me more about Victoria death jewelry. Great read for the jewelry enthusiast and curious mind alike.