This isn't boring, I have to say.
With princes marrying princesses at 10 and 15 years old in the mid 1600s, it peaks my interest a bit; mainly shock, though. But it's interest, nonetheless.
I like that: "The rarest things in the world, next to the spirit of discernment, are diamonds..."
I learned about one of my favorite poets who married her poet husband. It is so fascinating to read their work, and also see a picture of the ring that he, Robert Browning, chose for his love, Elizabeth Barrett. The token of their love is tangible through the ring pictured.
I also learn about the jewels of Martin Luther, Grace Kelly, and Britney Spears!
Just kidding about the Britney Spears thing.
It's quite a fascinating book with a fascinating subject: diamonds! I wonder where all these 16th century diamonds are. If you come across any, you be sure to let me know.
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