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The Pocket Book of Stones: Who They Are and What They Teach
The spiritual and healing qualities of 390 members of the mineral kingdom are detailed here in The Pocket Book of Stones, Robert Simmons's condensed reference guide to to crystals and gems. Based on the bestselling The Book of Stones: Who They Are and What They Teach, this guide describes dozens of new stones not covered in the original encyclopedia and also contains an index of the spiritual, emotional, and healing qualities of the stones.
This pocket edition has been requested by many readers who are looking for a compact reference that they can carry easily or give as an inexpensive gift to the rock-lovers on their gift lists. Incorporating beautifully lit, full-color photos of each stone, it imparts the spiritual understanding that made The Book of Stones the "bible" of many thousands of crystal lovers.
This book is an ideal introduction to stones and their energies for those who are new to the field, as well as being an invaluable portable reference for well-versed readers. Every entry contains a vivid color photo and quick-look list of key words, elemental and chakra correspondences, plus the beneficial physical, emotional, and spiritual qualities of each mineral, crystal, or gemstone. Below the quick-look list, Simmons provides a description of each stone, including scientific data and the story of each stone's spiritual and healing qualities, as well as recommednations for other stones that combine harmoniously with it. The scientific information offered welcomes those not yet familiar with crystal energies by providing a familiar frame of reference and also broadens the knowledge of those who come to stones primarily for spiritual purposes.
The Pocket Book of Stones includes a comprehensive index of the healing qualities and the emotional and spiritual properties of all the stones in the book.
This pocket edition has been requested by many readers who are looking for a compact reference that they can carry easily or give as an inexpensive gift to the rock-lovers on their gift lists. Incorporating beautifully lit, full-color photos of each stone, it imparts the spiritual understanding that made The Book of Stones the "bible" of many thousands of crystal lovers.
This book is an ideal introduction to stones and their energies for those who are new to the field, as well as being an invaluable portable reference for well-versed readers. Every entry contains a vivid color photo and quick-look list of key words, elemental and chakra correspondences, plus the beneficial physical, emotional, and spiritual qualities of each mineral, crystal, or gemstone. Below the quick-look list, Simmons provides a description of each stone, including scientific data and the story of each stone's spiritual and healing qualities, as well as recommednations for other stones that combine harmoniously with it. The scientific information offered welcomes those not yet familiar with crystal energies by providing a familiar frame of reference and also broadens the knowledge of those who come to stones primarily for spiritual purposes.
The Pocket Book of Stones includes a comprehensive index of the healing qualities and the emotional and spiritual properties of all the stones in the book.
416 pages, Paperback
First published October 18, 2011
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November 21, 2020
The Judy Hall book was not in stock so I picked this up at the local metaphysical bookstore. And it does the job! Definitely recommend. Some of the crystals in my collection are not on here like aragonite but most of them are in here so I am happy with this as a quick reference on the origins of the crystal and some quick facts about its healing properties.
I also enjoy that it’s pocket-sized since it’s a pretty boring cover and spine. I don’t display it on my bookshelf but I have it either by my bedside table or on my work desk.
I also enjoy that it’s pocket-sized since it’s a pretty boring cover and spine. I don’t display it on my bookshelf but I have it either by my bedside table or on my work desk.
March 8, 2015
REVIEW: THE POCKET BOOK OF STONES.by Robert Simmons
This revised edition is a treasure and a gem (metaphorically as well as literally)! Gorgeously illustrated, with lovingly intuitive text, THE POCKET BOOK OF STONES REVISED EDITION tackles, with a viewpoint to cosmic consciousness, a subject of lifelong obsession for me: stones. I've collected stones as long as I've been conscious, and walk nowhere without scanning the ground for new pieces to collect. Now I can ponder beautiful photographic examples, while expanding my mind and Imagination. What a glorious opportunity!
This revised edition is a treasure and a gem (metaphorically as well as literally)! Gorgeously illustrated, with lovingly intuitive text, THE POCKET BOOK OF STONES REVISED EDITION tackles, with a viewpoint to cosmic consciousness, a subject of lifelong obsession for me: stones. I've collected stones as long as I've been conscious, and walk nowhere without scanning the ground for new pieces to collect. Now I can ponder beautiful photographic examples, while expanding my mind and Imagination. What a glorious opportunity!
January 31, 2021
I’ve had this book for years. It’s a fantastic reference for both scientific and metaphysical properties of stones. I’ve been working with crystals more in the past year and considering getting the full size version or Judy Hall’s bible series, but this book is truly a gem packed with information.
February 20, 2025
borrowed this from my neighbor many months ago LOL but this book is fantastic! very helpful within finding specific crystals for healing properties & whatnot. :)
August 6, 2020
I have been referencing this little book for the last 3 years since I have been working with stones in mala making and for my own personal use and meditations. Out of all of the other reference books and websites I enjoy this one the most and will keep in my personal library for years to come. The pages are dog-eared, highlighted, post-it'd...and the writing is really beautiful.
February 25, 2018
Love this book
I work with Crystal semi-precious jewellery at work and this book will come in very handy. Customers are always looking for more information on the different stones. Thanks.
I work with Crystal semi-precious jewellery at work and this book will come in very handy. Customers are always looking for more information on the different stones. Thanks.
October 16, 2018
Amazing book about crystals. It gives so much information about each stone and the authors each give their own perspective and experience with each. I have both the Kindle and paperback. If you can swing it, I prefer the hard copy for this particular book.
April 19, 2012
Great reference for the healing properties of Crystals. It has a great selection of rocks and gives both technical and metaphysical information.
November 24, 2013
Amazing pocket quick reference version of the parent book
August 3, 2019
EXCELLENT LITTLE GEM ;)
April 18, 2020
Love it. Great reference.
October 14, 2022
Great resource to identify and understand crystals. Robert Simmons is a true expert.
March 11, 2023
Fantastic book to own as a rock and crystal collector. I love that I can look up not only the spiritual belief meanings but also the geology meanings and effects. Fantastic identifying book!
July 16, 2025
love rocks!
October 23, 2025
Thorough and detailed resource
August 30, 2015
Convenient.
August 10, 2016
Very thorough book of identification and explanation.
January 1, 2018
easy to use guide
October 24, 2020
A nice little reference book. Using it to find some inspiration in relation to minerals and gems we encounter in our lives.
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