{"title":"Melise Ozkardesler","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelise Ozkardesler’s works invite readers into a world where \u003cem\u003earts and culture\u003c\/em\u003e intersect with personal narratives and creative expression. Her storytelling often weaves rich imagery and thoughtful reflection, perfect for those who appreciate literary explorations of identity and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles like \u003cstrong\u003eBirthstone Stories\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ozkardesler offers a unique blend of cultural insight and imaginative storytelling, making her books a captivating choice for readers interested in the nuanced tapestry of human experience through artistic lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"birthstone-stories-by-melise-ozkardesler-9781446315644","title":"Birthstone Stories","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the majesty of the birthstones and dive deep into the history of birthstone jewellery! In \u003cem\u003eBirthstone Stories\u003c\/em\u003e, explore the meanings and the mineral makeup of the gemstones associated with each calendar month. Filled with fascinating details about the stones themselves and how they came to be attached to each birth month, learn everything you need to know about the birthstones, from their mineral composition to their most famous specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully illustrated and filled with fun facts, \u003cem\u003eBirthstone Stories\u003c\/em\u003e gives a wonderful overview of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHow we came to give each month a \u003cem\u003ebirthstone\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhat each birthstone is believed to mean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe most historically significant pieces of jewellery the birthstones have been used in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the popular social media series by goldsmith Melise Ozkardesler, \u003cem\u003eBirthstone Stories\u003c\/em\u003e reveals the secrets of the mysterious birthstones and gives new meaning to these beautiful crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melise Ozkardesler is a goldsmith trained in ancient techniques, history enthusiast, and antique jewellery collector. She is also the creator and host of the \u003cem\u003eAncient History Jewelry Stories\u003c\/em\u003e video series, which has quickly garnered a following of 69k history-loving fans on Instagram under the handle @moonhoney.jewelry. Combining a passion for antique jewellery, ancient history, and the beauty of the natural world, she tells stories highlighting how our love of adornment has created an important historical record, allowing us to look into our past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA colourful childhood saw her living in such exciting places as Miami Beach, New York, Costa Rica, and Barcelona. She now lives in Brooklyn with her husband, tuxedo cat, and sizeable vintage clothing collection. When she is not at her bench making jewellery, she can often be found at the nearest farmer's market, thrift store, antique shop, or museum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68026475086060,"sku":"9781446315644","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781446315644-birthstone-stories-1.jpg?v=1793575863"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/melise-ozkardesler.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}