The Complete Crystal Sourcebook: A Practical Guide to Crystal Properties & Healing Techniques

by Claudia Martin, Claudia Martin

Features a crystal directory, organised by colour, covers the properties of over 200 stones, as well as their common and historical uses.
Crystal healing is a time-honoured mindfulness technique, harnessing the power of nature to inspire peace and wellness. Crystals are fantastic resources for health, luck, beauty, magic, and healing. The Complete Crystal Sourcebook is a comprehensive reference guide that outlines all the key uses for crystals and techniques for working with them, from choosing your stones, laying a crystal grid, treating ailments of the body and mind, and more.
A crystal directory, organized by color, covers the properties of over 200 stones, as well as their common and historical uses. Following this is a directory of ailments, including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. Simply look up your issue (such as a broken heart or a build-up of work stress) and a recommended treatment and suggested stones will be provided. This is the only book of its kind that offers an at-a-glance crystal directory, grids, and a visual breakdown of body layout and ailments. The range and magnitude of crystals included makes this book both stunning and a real powerhouse of information.
This beautifully designed sourcebook also includes a comprehensive index and a thorough cross-referencing system, to make it easy to find information quickly. The Crystal Sourcebook is the ultimate guide to crystals and crystal healing.

Genres: Nonfiction, New Age

304 pages, Paperback

Published January 20, 2022

About the author

Claudia Martin is a prolific author of both non-fiction and fiction for children, young adults and adults. A freelance writer since 2008, she has written dozens of highly visual, engaging and informative titles, from encyclopedias and science books to mythology collections and world atlases.

Claudia also writes children’s fiction, including Epic Myths for Fearless Girls, the bestselling 16-book Greek Myths collection, and contributions to the Magical Rescue Vets series. For adult readers, she has authored beautifully illustrated non-fiction titles such as Great Destinations of a Lifetime, Italy, Scotland, Arctic, Greece, Norway, Wonders of the World and Rivers.

Before becoming a full-time author, Claudia worked extensively in publishing as an editor and commissioning editor, including roles at Marshall Editions, Cadogan Guides, Lonely Planet and Virgin Books. This background has given her a sharp editorial eye and a deep understanding of how to bring stories, facts and ideas vividly to life.

Originally from the UK and a graduate of the University of Bristol, Claudia continues to write, edit and develop engaging books that inspire curiosity, imagination and a love of learning in readers of all ages.

Reviews

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lovely book so informative with lots of information on crystals

[Shell · Rating 3 out of 5]

DNF - So, didn't finish this one. It was a bit big for me and didn't mix well with my dyslexia, however it is a great sourcebook to dip in and out of with a lot of good info

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful resource with guides for different crystals, grids, and uses.