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Follows the Hope Diamond throughout history and across three continents, detailing the origins of this flawless 45.52-carat blue diamond that has been in the possession of kings, rogues, chorus girls, and thieves.
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The Hope Diamond - the largest and most beautiful blue diamond ever found - has inspired centuries of legends and lies, fabulous superstition, and fierce passion. French kings and ravishing Hollywood stars have worn it next to their hearts; reckless aristocrats have let it slip through their fingers. Flaunted, hidden, stolen, and cursed, the Hope Diamond still tantalizes and inspires all who lay eyes on it. Now in Hope: Adventures of a Diamond, Marian Fowler tells the story of this mythical gem and the extraordinary men and women who have owned and lost it.
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