The Heartless Stone: A Journey Through the World of Diamonds, Deceit, and Desire

by Zoellner, Tom
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ISBN: 9780312339708
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An American Library Association Notable Book

When he proposed to his girlfriend, Tom Zoellner gave what is expected of every American man--a diamond engagement ring. But when the relationship broke apart, he was left with a used diamond that began to haunt him. His obsession carried him around the globe; from the "blood diamond" rings of Africa; to the sweltering polishing factories of India; to mines above the Arctic Circle; to illegal diggings in Brazil; to the London headquarters of De Beers, the secretive global colossus that has dominated the industry for more than a century and permanently carved the phrase "A diamond is forever" on the psyche. An adventure story in the tradition of Susan Orlean's The Orchid Thief, The Heartless Stone is a voyage into the cold heart of the world's most unyielding gem.

  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Zoellner, Tom
  • ISBN: 9780312339708
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.26 x 0.93
  • Number Of Pages: 352
  • Publication Year: 2000

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