Stone of Kings: In Search of the Lost Jade of the Maya

by Gerard Helferich

Book Overview

A book perfectly timed for the re-setting of the Maya calendar in 2012.... Part history, popular science, armchair travel, and real-life treasure hunt, this is the story of pre-Columbian jade--the precious stone revered by ancient Aztecs, Incans, and Maya--and the scientists, collectors, explorers and entrepreneurs who have been searching for the mythical jade mines for more than a century.

"A compelling tale.... This well-focused and well-told...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0762782544
• ISBN13: 9780762782543
• Release Date: December 2012
• Publisher: Lyons Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 8.9"