{"product_id":"in-search-of-gems-kenneth-steven-9781916812628","title":"In Search of Gems: Finding Treasures in Wild Places","description":"An evocative journey through geology and landscape, seen through the eyes of one of Scotland's most beloved poets and storytellers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBlending lyrical prose with personal reflection, Kenneth Steven explores mountains and glens, rivers and rugged coasts in search of gemstones, rocks and crystals. He discovers gold glinting in Highland burns, agates nestling in riverbeds, and aquamarines, amethysts, garnets, amber and pearls in wild places where others rarely roam. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBeguiled by their forms, colors, textures and sometimes glittering brilliance, he finds the thrill of unearthing natural riches more precious and delightful even than the gems themselves. Stone by stone, he considers the origins and allure of these treasures, revealing not only their geological stories but their place in history and imagination. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSteven's deep connection to the land shines through as he interprets the meaning and magic, inviting readers to see both the landscape and its hidden gems with fresh wonder. This book is a celebration of Scotland's rugged beauty and the quiet, enduring fascination of its rocks and gemstones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Kenneth Steven\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1916812627\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781916812628\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Saraband\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/07\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 144\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.90h x 4.30w x 0.50d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/15\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/01\/2026 pg. 118","brand":"Kenneth Steven","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48450303754495,"sku":"9781916812628","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_9248bd82-d95b-49a7-9314-ac836b0242c0.jpg?v=1777267064","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/in-search-of-gems-kenneth-steven-9781916812628","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}