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Masterpieces of the Mineral World : Treasures from the Houston Museum of Natural Science by Mark Mauthner, Wendell E. Wilson and Joel A. Bartsch (2004, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherAbrams, Inc.
ISBN-100810967510
ISBN-139780810967519
eBay Product ID (ePID)30774245
Product Key Features
Book TitleMasterpieces of the Mineral World : Treasures from the Houston Museum of Natural Science
Number of Pages264 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicEarth Sciences / Mineralogy, General, Rocks & Minerals
Publication Year2004
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Science, History
AuthorMark Mauthner, Wendell E. Wilson, Joel A. Bartsch
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight71 Oz
Item Length13 in
Item Width9.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2004-110408
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromEighth Grade
Dewey Decimal553
Grade ToCollege Graduate Student
SynopsisThe collection of natural mineral crystals housed at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is the finest and best known in the world. Now the treasures of this singular collection are shown in resplendent photographs that will seduce both the connoisseur of beauty and the student of natural history., The collection of natural mineral crystals housed at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is the finest and best known in the world. Now the treasures of this singular collection are shown in resplendent photographs that will seduce both the connoisseur of beauty and the student of natural history. The spectacular and rare specimens on display here, from a huge imperial topaz crystal weighing more than 2,000 carats to a crystallized gold cluster that is one of the most highly coveted objects in the mineral kingdom, are true masterpieces, the Rembrandts and Picassos of the natural world. Like fine art, minerals are prized for their aesthetic qualities--color, luster, sculptural composition--and for their provenance. Avidly pursued by naturalists throughout the centuries, precious metals and gem crystals have a fascinating history. Stories regarding the pursuit and discovery of these precious natural objects, including tales of good luck and hardship, are related in these pages. Essays that explore connoisseurship in the mineral kingdom and chronicle the history of this noble pursuit add to the appeal of this unique volume.
LC Classification NumberQE363.8.H68 2004
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