Notes and Queries, Vol. 6: A Medium of Inter-Communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, Etc.; July December, 1858 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book illuminates the historical trade of amber from antiquity through the modern period. The author examines the beliefs and practices surrounding amber, from its mythic origins to its practical uses across the ancient world. Amber's journey from the shores of the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean and beyond is traced through archaeological evidence, revealing trading routes, cultural exchanges, and the influence of powerful figures. The book highlights the significance of amber not just as a valuable commodity, but as an object of fascination and a symbol of cultural interconnectedness throughout history.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book illuminates the historical trade of amber from antiquity through the modern period. The author examines the beliefs and practices surrounding amber, from its mythic origins to its practical uses across the ancient world. Amber's journey from the shores of the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean and beyond is traced through archaeological evidence, revealing trading routes, cultural exchanges, and the influence of powerful figures. The book highlights the significance of amber not just as a valuable commodity, but as an object of fascination and a symbol of cultural interconnectedness throughout history. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781334088957_0
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