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Diamonds by Paterson, Vicky, 1974- is a science book available to read on EtoBox.

What is Diamonds about?

<p><i>A beautiful look at the world's most alluring gem.</i></p><p>With images as fabulous as their highly prized subject, <b>Diamonds</b> is about the science and glamour of this magnificent gemstone.</p><p>The book takes a look at why we desire diamonds, where their characteristic fire comes from and why they are seen as the ultimate symbol of love. Known in pop culture today as bling, diamonds play a role in fashion and celebrity as well as jewelry. Also revealed are some of the amazing properties of diamonds that make it a vital material for modern technology and medicine as well as a girl's best friend.</p><p>Filled with color photographs throughout, <b>Diamonds</b> features six chapters:</p><ul><li><b>Desire</b>: why diamonds are so highly valued and their properties</li><li><b>The Hunt</b>: the diamond rushes</li><li><b>The Cut</b>: how the rocks are transformed into jewels</li><li><b>Fame</b>: some famous diamonds and their legends</li><li><b>The Extreme</b>: hardness, transparency, conductivity, durability</li><li><b>Design</b>: jewelry, antique and modern, on clothing and in film.</li></ul><p>Designed for the luxury-lover or the mineral collector, <b>Diamonds</b> is sure

Who reads Diamonds?

Author

Paterson, Vicky, 1974-

Publisher

Richmond Hill, Ont.: Firefly Books

Published

2005

Language

EN

ISBN

9781554071166

Category

science

Subjects

Technology, Science, Nature

Rating

4 / 5 (1 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14