I'm not terribly sciencey so I can't speak with full authority to the bits of the book that talk about the scientific facts about crystals, but they did seem fairly accurate when compared to my hazy memory of geology. Judy Hall is an internationally renowned mind body and spirit author who’s written a range of books on subjects such as past lives, crystals, reincarnation, astrology, healing and psychology. Judy has been actively involved in media work, both promoting her books, as well as her strong interest in reincarnation, and articles about her have appeared in magazines and newspapers around the world. She’s also done a lot of TV and radio work too, both locally in various regions of the UK, nationally and internationally. Frankly, I don’t think I’m the right kind of person to write a review of this book--I’m a big crystal skeptic. People who believe in the power of crystals clearly find this book indispensable, and I am glad they have a book they love. As a lover of jewelry and a collector of beautiful natural objects, I have always admired crystals and minerals, and the taxonomist in me loves to read about how they are classified and related to each other. As a generally symbolic thinker, I also love to learn the associations that we humans give to various types of stone.

The rest of the book I found useful. It has full color pictures of crystals so you can actually ID those stray stones in your collection (I found out I have a piece of Kyanite, f'ex). The information on how to use the crystals does focus on healing, but I didn't see any glaring errors. Personally I prefer to ask the crystals themselves what they want to help me with. A natural psychic, she’s worked as a karmic counsellor, past life therapist and astrologer for over 40 years, as well as doing healing, astrology, broadcasting and running workshops. Judy is very knowledgeable about world religions and mythology and has a B.Ed in Religious Studies and a Masters in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology. One of her great mentors was Christine Hartley, famed for being Dion Fortune’s metaphysical colleague and literary agent. Disclaimer: I also go on an anti-vaxxer rant in this review that is not related to this book. This book does not advocate going off medication or not vaccinating (that I can remember). Her specialities were astrology, past life readings and regression, soul healing, reincarnation, psychology, divination and crystal lore. An internationally known author, psychic, healer, broadcaster and workshop leader, her books have been translated into sixteen languages. Since 1998, Judy worked with Octopus on more than 20 books, primarily for the Godsfield imprint—becoming one of our bestselling authors and a much-loved member of the Octopus family. Thanks to the perennial popularity of her books, her authority in the field of crystals and a number of new titles yet to be published, Judy Hall’s legacy will live on through her readers all over the world, for years to come.”The way some people woo~ these days has me concerned and angry. I like EOs as much as the next witch but ffs stay rational (and safe) about it. EOs weren't talked about in the book, but I just want people to be smarter and rational when they woo~ as a whole. It angers and scares me to see kids get measles and other diseases that they could have avoided easily if their parents were actually good parents and got them vaccinated. #SorryNotSorry I know it's not necessarily witches who are anti-vaxxers but there are a lot of cross-overs with the new-agers.

Also included is a detailed section on Crystal care, how to select your crystals, and how to use them, including gridding, meditation and healing applications. An internationally known author, astrologer, psychic, healer, broadcaster and workshop leader, Judy Hall has been a karmic counsellor for over thirty years. This 3rd book in a 3 part series is a must have for all mineral/crystal/gemstone collectors, admirers, and those that utilize the properties of all for healing, energetic purposes. This is a handheld guide set up to explain the differences between crystals, gemstones, minerals, the cuts, formation of, differences between heated, tumbled and raw, attributes, healing, jewelry, care and cleansing.

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You know what I would really love? Is for this and the other Crystal Bible's to be apps that you can access at any time. That would really make my day! She has conducted workshops around the world. A trained healer and counsellor, she has been psychic all her life and has a wide experience of many systems of divination and natural healing methods. Judy has a B.Ed. in Religious Studies and an An internationally known author, astrologer, psychic, healer, broadcaster and workshop leader, Judy Hall has been a karmic counsellor for over thirty years. The Crystal Bible has become the world's favourite crystal reference guide, having sold over a million copies. The directory format enables you to find a known crystal instantly or to identify an unknown crystal. It covers the practical and esoteric properties of each stone, including spiritual, mental, psychological, emotional and physical effects, plus its use in crystal healing. Encompassing traditional and contemporary crystal lore, this book draws on Judy Hall's 35 years of experience in this field. It is an indispensable reference for crystal lovers everywhere.