Isbn: 9780243487301 - Die Perlmuscheln Und Ihre Perlen: Naturwissenschaftlich Und Geschichtlich Mit Berücksichtigung Der Perlengewässer Bayerns (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a multi-faceted cultural history of pearls. The author traces the pearl's role in the development of human civilization, from its origins as ornamentation for early hominids to its status as a symbol of wealth and power in ancient civilizations. The book also examines the pearl's role in art, fashion, and literature, and its significance in various cultures around the world. The author draws upon a wide range of sources, from historical texts to archaeological findings, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the pearl's place in human history. Ultimately, this book offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of pearls, the history of jewelry, or the history of fashion and adornment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…