Crystal User's Handbook: An Illustrated Guide [Paperback]

Judy Hall (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 28, 2002

Would you like to strike a spark in your love life? Attract wealth, or get that new job? By harnessing the unique energy of crystals, you can change your circumstances and achieve all that your heart desires. Ancient peoples believed they were gifts from the gods and their magical properties--attraction, healing, protection, enhancement, future predictions--have been recognized in almost every culture. Now let these decorative, potent treasures of the earth work for you. From ritual and revelation to renewed health and relaxation, you'll come to know and appreciate the many ways these stones can enrich your life. A Crystal Directory of up-close, intensely colorful photos shows off each crystal's unique qualities in splendorous detail. Whether tapping into the healing powers of amethyst or the casting a love spell with rose quartz, you'll become adept at manipulating them to access their awesome power.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (August 28, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402700288
• ISBN-13: 978-1402700286
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,524,682 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Judy Hall has over 30 years' experience in crystal healing and is the author of the bestselling titles The Illustrated Guide to Crystals, The Crystal User's Handbook, Crystal Healing, The New Crystals, The Encyclopedia of Crystals and The Crystal Bible. Location: Dorset, UK.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, easy to follow and implement, December 2, 2007

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E. Clark "eclark" (California, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Crystal User's Handbook (Paperback)

This is a great book! I purchased it on a whim about a year ago and have found it extremely useful. It's very well illustrated, easy to reference, has great photos, and I like how they explain both the healing properties of the crystals and how to use them in daily life. You can look up info on individual crystals/gemstones, by type of healing needed, by astrological sign, placement types for healings (e.g. to wear it vs. place next to bed), etc. All the examples are very current and can be applied immediately to any situation. Every time I read it I find more to enjoy about it and learn. Before this book I wasn't that in to crystals, but its been so easy to get in to that I find myself more and more intrigued with the depth of the knowledge this book offers. I would definitely recommend it!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good beginner book, September 28, 2007

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Josie Noecker (Iowa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Crystal User's Handbook: An Illustrated Guide (Paperback)

I find the Crystal User's Handbook to be more of an introductory book to crystals and their uses. It was one of the first crystal books I purchased when I became interested in the uses and properties of crystals.
Overall the book is divided up into sections, crystals for stress relief, relaxation, physical well-being, immune system, etc. In each section there is a basic list of stones/crystals that would be helpful.
I did find interesting in the Physical Well-Being section, it shows on figures which areas are most commonly affected due to your Zodiac sign.
The book also has a brief introduction to the chakras, and states what each chakra does or represents.
There are also sections that state which crystals help with your home, workplace, love, and protection. Also a nice little section about the different ways one can cleanse and care for their crystals.
Lastly there is a section about which crystals are beneficial to a persons' zodiac sign, a basic directory for crystals and what ailments they help, and lastly a brief Gemstone and Crystal directory.
If you are wanting a book that goes more into what exactly each crystal and gemstone are I would not recommend this book. If you are wanting a book that starts you off into learning about working with crystals and gemstones; what they can be used for, how to care for them, etc. then this book is a great start.

6 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars crystal users, March 25, 2003

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JULI (YORBA LINDA, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crystal User's Handbook: An Illustrated Guide (Paperback)

a friend of mine had this book. that is why i knew i wanted it. it is a great book. it talks about crystal energies,meaning,scrying. it also touches on your aura and your chakras.lots and lots of pictures