Stories of hope as well as brushes with danger highlight this “behind the scenes” look at the gemstone industry. From the hard-working garimpeiros who painstakingly scour Brazilian mines for high quality semi-precious gemstones, to a Holocaust survivor whose accordion playing fuses the past and present in a harmonious triumph of the human spirit, there are many people in this book whose lives inspire and amaze.
To further give readers a “taste” of their adventures, the Ramseys have included several delectable recipes for dishes they sampled in these exotic lands. Treat your family to authentic beef curry, cardamom tea or easy cheese fondue. Also included is a glossary of key terms about gems and the gem trade with useful information of what on look for in a fine gemstone.
