Blood Diamonds: Tracing the Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones
Blood Diamonds: Tracing the Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004280
Book • Nonfiction
Sierra Leone • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Blood Diamonds: Tracing the Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones by Greg Campbell explores the journey of diamonds from war zones to global markets. It highlights how these gems finance conflicts and impact individuals involved, emphasizing the human cost behind the luxury. The book offers investigative insights into the complex global diamond trade network.
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
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Greg Campbell's Blood Diamonds: Tracing the Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones is praised for its thorough research and gripping narrative. It effectively exposes the brutal realities behind the diamond industry, though some critiques suggest it lacks focus on potential solutions. Overall, it's a compelling yet distressing read about global injustice.
Who Should Read Blood Diamonds: Tracing the Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones?
Readers who enjoy Blood Diamonds by Greg Campbell are typically interested in social justice, global politics, and true crime. Similar audiences are drawn to Confessions of an Economic Hitman by John Perkins and King Leopold's Ghost by Adam Hochschild.
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Book • Nonfiction
Sierra Leone • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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