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Turquoise and the Indian by Edna Mae Bennett ➤ The Swallow Press 1970 Revised Edition
Turquoise and the Indian by Edna Mae Bennett The Swallow Press 1970 Revised Edition
Title: Turquoise and the Indian
Author: Edna Mae Bennett
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: The Swallow Press 1970
Edition: Revised Edition
LCCN: 66-25963
Size: 5.75 X 8.75 * 118 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: References to turquoise and its uses are in many places as witnessed by the fine and useful bibliography of this volume. But it is remarkable that a full treatment of the gem has not been published in more than fifty years!
The significance of turquoise in the culture of the Southwestern Indians, and its special place in the marketplace of jewelry collectors, indicates the need for a satisfying treatment of the entire matter. Turquoise and the Indian fulfills that need admirably in technical research, in popular account, and in illustration.
Edna Mae Bennett brings to her subject not only the admiration she shares with so many for turquoise and its uses by the Indians but also the loving care of the lapidary, the concern of the genuine artist, and the interests of a student of anthropology. Certainly all of these features must be combined in a book which would provide a full view of this subject.
Mrs. Bennett tells us where turquoise is mined, and where it was mined in earlier days; she tells of the methods of the lapidary; she locates the significance of the gem in the rituals and the folk myths of the Indians.
The book is illustrated not only by black and white photos and maps but also by four-color reproductions of some turquoise settings; in addition, she has provided her own black and white decorations of Indian motifs and then, uniquely, color drawings of many turquoise settings. This wealth of illustration in color as well as black and white enhances a most valuable book.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (with minor wear and tear) is included. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear. See images.
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Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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Title: Turquoise and the Indian
Author: Edna Mae Bennett
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: The Swallow Press 1970
Edition: Revised Edition
LCCN: 66-25963
Size: 5.75 X 8.75 * 118 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: References to turquoise and its uses are in many places as witnessed by the fine and useful bibliography of this volume. But it is remarkable that a full treatment of the gem has not been published in more than fifty years!
The significance of turquoise in the culture of the Southwestern Indians, and its special place in the marketplace of jewelry collectors, indicates the need for a satisfying treatment of the entire matter. Turquoise and the Indian fulfills that need admirably in technical research, in popular account, and in illustration.
Edna Mae Bennett brings to her subject not only the admiration she shares with so many for turquoise and its uses by the Indians but also the loving care of the lapidary, the concern of the genuine artist, and the interests of a student of anthropology. Certainly all of these features must be combined in a book which would provide a full view of this subject.
Mrs. Bennett tells us where turquoise is mined, and where it was mined in earlier days; she tells of the methods of the lapidary; she locates the significance of the gem in the rituals and the folk myths of the Indians.
The book is illustrated not only by black and white photos and maps but also by four-color reproductions of some turquoise settings; in addition, she has provided her own black and white decorations of Indian motifs and then, uniquely, color drawings of many turquoise settings. This wealth of illustration in color as well as black and white enhances a most valuable book.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (with minor wear and tear) is included. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear. See images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
==========================================================================================================================
Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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