Download or read book Made in Madagascar written by Andrew Walsh and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 2012-10-04 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the 1990s, the Ankarana region of northern Madagascar has developed a reputation among globe-trotting gemstone traders and tourists as a source of some of the world's most precious natural wonders. Although some might see Ankarana's sapphire and ecotourist trades as being at odds with each other, many local people understand these trades to be fundamentally connected, most obviously in how both serve foreign demand for what Madagascar has to offer the world. Walsh explores the tensions and speculations that have come with the parallel emergence of these two trades with sensitivity and a critical eye, allowing for insights into globalization, inequality, and the appeal of the "natural." For more information, and to read a hyperlinked version of the first chapter online, visit www.madeinmadagascar.org.

Download or read book Ruby and Sapphire written by Richard W. Hughes and published by . This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the dawn of time, ruby and sapphire have both attracted and fascinated humans in ways that few other items could.While objects of desire are found throughout the natural world, physical beauty is too often ephemeral. From the allure of a man, woman, flower or butterfly, through the fleeting moments of a sunset, there is little that lasts and practically nothing that can be passed down to our descendants. The exception is precious stones. Not only are they the most durable creations of mother nature, but their visual splendor is truly eternal.In this companion to his 2013 book, Ruby & Sapphire--A Collector's Guide, Richard Hughes examines these gems from the gemological standpoint, delving into these gems not just from the aesthetic, but also from the scientific point of view.The product of nearly 40 years of firsthand experience, it covers every aspect of the subject from A-Z. History, sources, prices, quality analysis, synthetics and treatments, everything is here. Ruby & Sapphire--A Gemologist's Guide represents the most comprehensive book ever written on a single precious stone. With over 1000 photos, maps and illustrations and 3500 references, it is nothing less than a tour-de-force of gemological scholarship.

Download or read book Sapphire written by Heather Black and published by Heather Black. This book was released on 2023-03-26 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life can change in an instant. For 18-year-old Sapphire, several of those instances seemed to happen at once. One minute she is going to town with her mother to pick up last minute items for her coming-of-age ceremony in the Faith of the Attuned. The next she is freed as her mother dies unexpectedly giving her the opportunity to escape the cult and its twisted leader. When the soaking wet young woman wanders into his restaurant to escape the storm Jake's protective instincts are alerted. He can't let the woman be forced back out into the storm. What starts as a simple gesture of generosity turns into so much more.

Download or read book Sapphire written by Elena R. Dobrovinskaya and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-04-21 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By the second half of the twentieth century, a new branch of materials science had come into being — crystalline materials research. Its appearance is linked to the emergence of advanced technologies primarily based on single crystals (bulk crystals and films). At the turn of the last century, the impending onset of the “ceramic era” was forecasted. It was believed that ceramics would play a role comparable to that of the Stone or Bronze Ages in the history of civilization. Naturally, such an assumption was hypothetical, but it showed that ceramic materials had evoked keen interest among researchers. Although sapphire traditionally has been considered a gem, it has developed into a material typical of the “ceramic era.” Widening the field of sapphire application necessitated essential improvement of its homogeneity and working characteristics and extension of the range of sapphire products, especially those with stipulated properties including a preset structural defect distribution. In the early 1980s, successful attainment of crystals with predetermined char- teristics was attributed to proper choice of the growth method. At present, in view of the fact that the requirements for crystalline products have become more str- gent, such an approach tends to be insufficient. It is clear that one must take into account the physical–chemical processes that take place during the formation of the real crystal structure, i.e., the growth mechanisms and the nature and causes of crystal imperfections.

Download or read book The Blue Sapphire of the Mind written by Douglas E. Christie and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2013 with total page 483 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Blue Sapphire of the Mind, Douglas E.

Download or read book Push written by Sapphire and published by Vintage Books. This book was released on 2009 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A courageous and determined young teacher opens up a new world of hope and redemption for sixteen-year-old Precious Jones, an abused young African American girl living in Harlem who was raped and left pregnant by her father.

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Download or read book Sapphire written by Katie Price and published by Random House. This book was released on 2009-08-18 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A glitzy novel from Britain's best-loved celebrity. Sapphire Jones doesn't believe in relationships anymore -not since she caught her husband in bed with another woman. Now Sapphire only sees men on her terms which is why her current lover is younger, good looking, doesn't place any emotional demands on her [so far, fingers crossed] and is great in bed. What more does a girl need? Sapphire puts all her passion into running her own business - a high end lingerie and hen weekend company. She is doing well and life seems pretty good until she meets a very handsome, charming businessman who seems more than a match for Sapphire. When things go horribly wrong at a high profile hen night Sapphire has organised, she finds herself making tabloid headlines for all the wrong reasons.... Suddenly her business is in jeopardy, her well-controlled private life is falling apart, and in the middle of all this Sapphire realises that she is not immune to love after all, but has she left it too late?

Download or read book Sapphire written by Regan Taylor and published by Devine Destinies. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brokenhearted Sapphire Stone flees New York for the comfort and care of her Aunt Ida in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Coinciding with her arrival is New Bedford�s annual sailing regatta. When one of the tall ships pulls in, Sapphire spies the captain of the Aussie Lady, Brendan Richmond. When Brendan offers Sapphire the chance for a day sail on the Lady, she readily agrees. What starts out as a few hours sail turns into the journey of a lifetime.

Download or read book Apocalyptic and Merkavah Mysticism written by Gruenwald and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2018-11-26 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preliminary Material /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Two Essential Qualities of Jewish Apocalyptic /Ithamar Gruenwald -- The Mystical Elements in Apocalyptic /Ithamar Gruenwald -- The Attitude Towards the Merkavah Speculations in the Literature of the Tannaim and Amoraim /Ithamar Gruenwald -- The Hekhalot Literature /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Introduction /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Reʾuyot Yeḥezkel /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Hekhalot Zutreti /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Hekhalot Rabbati /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Merkavah Rabbah /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Maʻaseh Merkavah /Ithamar Gruenwald -- 'Hekhalot ' Fragments /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Seper Hekhalot (3 Enoch) /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Masekhet Hekhalot /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Shjʻur Qomah /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Physiognomy, Chiromancy and Metoposcopy /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Seper Ha-Razim /Ithamar Gruenwald -- Appendices /Saul Lieberman -- Indices /Ithamar Gruenwald.

Download or read book Sapphire s Flight written by K.S. Villoso and published by Liam's Vigil Publishing Co.. This book was released on 2022-04-02 with total page 721 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The riveting conclusion to the Legacy of the Lost Mage trilogy pits powerful mages, long-lost kings, and ancient creatures against each other as a family--struggling to protect one child--is dragged right into the blazing center of a war that threatens to bring the continent to its knees.

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Download or read book Sapphire of the Fairies Sword of Heavens 1 written by Richard S. Tuttle and published by KBS Publishing. This book was released on 2001-07-12 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sky is dark. Neither the sun nor the moon have been seen in decades. The land is fruitless, and the seas are barren. No law exists, only the rule of might is exerted over a hapless people by those who can wield it. In a land of darkness and despair, there is one shining light, an ancient prophecy that foretells of the coming king and his companion, the vanquisher of evil. Sapphire of the Fairies is the first of seven volumes of the epic fantasy series Sword of Heavens. Explore a vast continent where elves, dwarves, unicorns, fairies, demons, dragons, and man all exist. Sapphire of the Fairies begins the saga of five humans on the verge of adulthood. Living in a land where no one can be trusted, these five adventurers must restore the magical Sword of Heavens and defeat the Evil One, an evil sorcery whose minions roam the world in an attempt to defeat the ancient prophecy.

Download or read book Sapphire written by Heather Burnside and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2022-01-06 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She's got her street family but who can she trust? TWO SISTERS ALONE Sophie and Kelsey have always had each other. When their mum is diagnosed with cancer and their dad fails to step up, they're forced to move into the care system. But Sophie knows they'll be okay as long as she's there to protect her sister. ONE FINAL CHANCE But when Kelsey is found a foster family and Sophie can't join her, Sophie's left in an unsafe situation in the home, forced to do things against her will. Finding her own foster family feels like a relief, but it's short lived when her trust in her new foster parents is betrayed. NO GOING BACK With nowhere to turn, Sophie finds herself homeless. But when she finds her new street family, Sophie joins the working girls and her new identity as Sapphire is complete. It's a hard life working the streets, especially when those around her look to take advantage, but can the dream of one day finding Kelsey keep her going? Heather Burnside is back with this completely unputdownable, heart-racing series, perfect for all fans of Kimberley Chambers and Martina Cole. Readers love Sapphire! 'Absolutely loved this book I couldn't put it down... Just brilliant enjoyed this so much.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Oh my I was totally gripped... A book to pull at your heart. I just loved the feeling of belonging in there with them all. Great read from start to finish.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'A gritty read, by the new queen of crime.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Yet another amazing read by Heather. I love this series. Loads of twists. And can only hope for the next instalment soon.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Wow... Great read.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Heartbreaking... You will root for Sapphire to be able to turn her life around. Well worthy of 5 stars' Lucysbooks26, 5 stars 'I was so gripped... I had to find out what happened. The book really flowed so well I absolutely loved it.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Gripping and realistic account of how someone can fall through the system and through no fault of their own become homeless and do what they can to survive. I really enjoyed this.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'I've read all of Heather's books and this one certainly didn't disappoint... Heartbreaking... Be prepared, once you start reading, it's hard to put down.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Fantastic read, love this series and how all the books merge in places around the girls. Glad this one ended with a great ending hoping there are more on the working girls to come.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars

Download or read book Sapphire s Inspector written by Julie Ludbey and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-10-30 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sapphire left an abusive home life in her small seaside town, looking for a better life in the big city. But straight away, she was off to a bad start. Things only got worse; within the first few months, she was interrogated by police on three separate occasions. Sapphire was finding it hard to hide all her secrets from the inspector that she had become so fond of. Things become heated up, and after six months of life in the city, Sapphire's journey takes her right back to where she started fromin a small country town, living with the same old abuse. Will she ever be able to escape that lifestyle? Is this forever? Will death be the only way out?

Download or read book Sapphire s Literary Breakthrough written by Neal A. Lester and published by Springer. This book was released on 2012-12-05 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first collection focused on the writing of provocative author and performance artist Sapphire, including her groundbreaking novel PUSH that has since become the Academy-award-winning film Precious.