The essential guide to the top 100 crystals – perfect for any crystal lover, healer or collector

The Essential Crystal Handbook is a superb user's and collector's guide to more than 100 crystals, each one illustrated with sparkling colour photographs, with a concise profile of the stone's visual characteristics, healing properties and other practical uses. Fascinating information on the science and cultural history of particular crystals is provided, including any myths and legends associated with them. There is also practical information on key topics such as healing meditation, Ayurveda, Feng Shui, amulets and birthstones, wands and pendulums, connections with auras and chakras, how to cleanse, charge and care for crystals, and how to use them most effectively for healing and balancing.