Jade Fever: Hunting the Stone of Heaven
by Stan Leaming with Rick Hudson

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Beautiful, translucent, and indestructible, jade has a mystique that has enthralled people since Neolithic times.

In his latest book, Jade Fever: Hunting the Stone of Heaven, Stan Leaming shares his unique insight into the science and magic of jade, while documenting his passionate study of this enigmatic green stone’s development from prehistoric tool to objet d’ art .

Take a trip around the world as Leaming hunts for the Stone of Heaven throughout B.C. and Canada , the United States , Mexico , Europe , Siberia , China , and even Down Under, where black jade is found.

Jade Fever examines jade as a global industry, a divine inspiration, a medium for art istic expression, and even a precipitator of some bizarre crimes.

Silent Reflection—Lyle Sopel

Rockhounds casual and serious will appreciate this comprehensive celebration of jade, enhanced with maps and photographs. In addition, the 16-page colour section includes photos of jade carvings by Lyle Sopel, Deborah Wilson, David Clancy, and other well-known artists.

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Weight:	0.30 kg
Price:	CDN$ 19.95 (US$ 19.41)

ISBN-10:	1894384857
ISBN-13/EAN:	9781894384858
Author:	Stan Leaming with Rick Hudson
Publisher:	Heritage House Surrey, BC
Publication Date:	2005
Pages:	192 pp
Size/Dimensions:	5.5 x 8.5
Binding:	Paperback