This Core work offers a comprehensive introduction to the world of minerals.
It is neither a purely encyclopaedic work nor a purely spiritual guide to stones, but rather combines
knowledge, atmosphere, observation of nature, symbolism and mindful practice.

The introduction provides an insight into the world of minerals and explains why stones have long been collected, worn,
revered, used and regarded as companions. Here, minerals are presented not merely as beautiful objects, but
as forms grown from the earth: shaped by time, pressure, structure, colour, density and a quiet presence of their own.

An important introductory section explains the differences between minerals, crystals, rocks and gemstones. It also
clearly categorises their formation, characteristics, colour, lustre, transparency, structure, hardness, weight, shapes and gemstone qualities
. This gives you a clear foundation for recognising, distinguishing and selecting gemstones more consciously.

A large section is devoted to mineral care. You will learn how cleansing, physical care, energetic purification, recharging,
storage and mindful handling can be meaningfully combined. The book remains non-dogmatic in its approach: not
every stone requires every method, not every stone tolerates water or sunlight, and not every use needs to become a grand ritual.

This is followed by practical applications in everyday life. Minerals are described as companions, decorative objects,
pieces of jewellery, ritual stones, altar stones, desk stones, bedside companions or symbolic anchors.
This is complemented by connections to the elements, herbs, scents and colours.

At the heart of the book are the detailed descriptions of the stones. It features 38 selected minerals and crystals,
including Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Citrine, Smoky Quartz, Aventurine, Carnelian, Tiger’s Eye, Haematite, Black
Tourmaline, Obsidian, Onyx, Labradorite, Moonstone, Fluorite, Amazonite, Sodalite, Lapis Lazuli, Aquamarine, Jade,
Turquoise, Malachite, Garnet, Pyrite, Agate, Red Jasper, Calcite, Howlite, Shungite, Chrysocolla, Rhodonite,
Moss Agate, Lepidolite, Sunstone, Falcon’s Eye, Snowflake Obsidian, Serpentine and Celestite.

Finally, the book explores these topics in greater depth and through practical application: stone companions, choosing stones,
stone collections, placing stones in a room, the phases of the year, and mindful combinations
for sleep, protection, stability, harmony, clarity, focus, strength and intuition.