Stones : A Material and Cultural History / Cally Oldershaw.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Oldershaw, Cally, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Stone.

Stone age.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (296 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : reaktion books ltd, [2023]

Summary:

This book explores the material and cultural history of stones, emphasizing their significance from ancient times to the present. It delves into the geological aspects of stones, their use in tool-making, construction, art, and medicine, and their cultural symbolism and myths. The author aims to highlight the integral role of stones in human history and their continued relevance. Intended for readers interested in geology, history, and cultural studies, it discusses various stone types, their formation, and their impact on human civilization and biodiversity. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Introduction: Geology and the Science of Stones

1. Stone Tools, Weapons, Implements and Building Stones

2. Testimony in Stone

3. Stones and the Creative Mind

4. Medicinal, Health and Healing Stones

5. Collectors, Collections and Collecting Stones

Appendix: Starting Your Collection

References

Bibliography

Acknowledgements

Photo Acknowledgements

Index.

Notes:

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Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Print version: Oldershaw, Cally Stones

ISBN:

9781789148183

1789148189