Lapidarium: The Secret Lives of Stones by Hettie Judah

Lapidarium: The Secret Lives of Stones

Hettie Judah

336 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

nonfiction art history science informative medium-paced
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Inspired by the lapidaries of the ancient world, this book is a beautifully designed collection of true stories about sixty different stones that have influenced our shared historyThe earliest scientists ground and processed minerals in a centurie...

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Moods

informative 100%
reflective 23%
relaxing 23%
funny 17%
adventurous 11%
inspiring 11%
lighthearted 11%
challenging 8%
hopeful 2%
mysterious 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 72%
fast 17%
slow 10%

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