Synopses & Reviews
"Bead Power" explores the history of beads -- both from a global perspective and from the role they have played in Carolyn Manzi's life. Illustrated in the same whimsical style as Carolyn's Coloring Your Prayers, the book also looks at beads in the context of creating art, healing, rituals, relationships, and change in your life.
The book is divided into six sections, ranging from a chronicle of the author's life with beads to A History of Beads -- from ancient Egypt and Rome to Native American fetishes. In addition Manzi explains the meaning of different stones and materials -- from the use of lapis lazuli for wisdom; quartz for power; copper for harmony; shell for protection as well as the significance of shape, the power of color, and the properties of beads from specific cultures. There is also a section devoted to making jewelry and power objects as well as a list of Bead Societies.