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The Power of Gold. (The History of an Obsession)
by Peter L. Bernstein
- Used
- Good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Good/Good
- ISBN 10
- 0471252107
- ISBN 13
- 9780471252108
- Seller
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Diss, Norfolk, United Kingdom
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About This Item
U.S.A: John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2000. D/J and Book are in great shape An excellent copy. This book is a noble treatment of the most noble of element. The Power of Gold is a brilliantand unexpected tale of three thousand years of a metal as virtual reality. You will receive the book seen in the image.. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. First Edition. Hardcover. Good/Good.
Synopsis
Incorporating myth, history and contemporary investigation, Bernstein tells the story of how human beings have become intoxicated, obsessed, enriched, impoverished, humbled and proud for the sake of gold. From the past to the future, Bernstein's portrayal of gold is intimately linked to the character of humankind.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Besleys Books (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- MC0893
- Title
- The Power of Gold. (The History of an Obsession)
- Author
- Peter L. Bernstein
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Jacket Condition
- Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0471252107
- ISBN 13
- 9780471252108
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons, Inc
- Place of Publication
- U.S.A
- Date Published
- 2000
- Keywords
- METAL. GOLD. COLLECTING GOLD HISTORY. HISTORICAL. HISTORIC. REFERENCE. ECONOMIC RELIGION. TEXT BOOK. THE HISTORY OF FIRST EDITION. 1ST COLLECTIBLE. COLLECTABLE.
- Size
- 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall
Terms of Sale
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About the Seller
Besleys Books
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Diss, Norfolk
About Besleys Books
Besleys Books - we a family run business with over 40 years experience in the booktrade. Internet only - books not stored at premises, no callers please.
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- First Edition
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