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100 1 _aKozminsky, Isidore,
_d1870-
245 1 4 _aThe Magic and Science of Jewels and Stones
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2018-10-04
508 _aProduced by KD Weeks, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Magic and Science of Jewels and Stones" by Isidore Kozminsky is a scientific publication likely written in the early 20th century. The book explores the intricate relationship between gemstones and their historical, magical, and scientific significance. It delves into both ancient beliefs surrounding stones as talismans and modern understandings of their properties, suggesting a blend of esoteric knowledge and scientific inquiry. At the start of the book, Kozminsky introduces his intention to merge ancient philosophies about precious stones with contemporary scientific insights. He references historical practices and beliefs regarding the mystical properties attributed to stones, such as their connections to astrology and metaphysical influences. The opening chapters discuss the earliest studies of gems, their classifications, and the belief systems that govern their use in talismanic magic. In essence, this foundational section sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of how stones have been perceived throughout history and their enduring allure in both scientific and mystical realms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGems -- Miscellanea
653 _aPrecious stones -- Psychic aspects
653 _aOccultism -- Miscellanea
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57980
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