Résumé
Get the Summary of Hettie Judah's Lapidarium in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Lapidarium" by Hettie Judah explores the multifaceted relationship between humans and stones, delving into historical, cultural, and scientific aspects. The book examines how precious stones and marble have symbolized wealth, power, and divine authority throughout history, with figures like Catherine the Great and Queen Elizabeth I using jewels to reflect their nations' affluence. It discusses the role of geology in empire-building through resource extraction and the symbolic meanings of stone structures, such as London's use of Portland limestone and the impermanence of stone ruins...
Auteur
Caractéristiques
Editeur : Slingshot Books
Publication : 15 mai 2024
Intérieur : Noir & blanc
Support(s) : Livre numérique eBook [ePub]
Contenu(s) : ePub
Protection(s) : Marquage social (ePub)
Taille(s) : 30,7 ko (ePub)
Langue(s) : Anglais
EAN13 Livre numérique eBook [ePub] : 9798330012954
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