Sand Coin 101

'Sand Coin 101: A Layman's Guide to Understanding the Next-gen Digital Currency” sets out to immerse you wholly in a world previously untouched and vastly overlooked. Often thought only as granules under toes on sandy beaches, or the visible symbol in an hourglass marching time. This book displays the unique symbolism, significance, and the life that thrives within sand, a resource standing as the cornerstone for civilizations.

'Sand Coin 101' starts with a masterful tour through history and science, exploring the fascinating formation of sand, the science behind hourglasses, and the eternal symbolism of sands. Soon after, you are guided through the world's largest sand desert, the Sahara, emphasizing the astonishing life therein and changing desert landscapes.

For beach lovers, the following chapters describe the creation of beaches, the balancing act of coastal erosion and preservation, and the physics involved when building cherished sandcastles. The exploration further contains the examination of the types of sand, from the white gypsum sands of New Mexico to the alluring green and black sands of volcanic beaches.

Travel below to the sandy deep seas and uncover marine sand's significance, the creatures dwelling there, and the questionable practice of sand mining. Fans of outdoor sports can learn about the unique characteristics of beach volleyball, sandboarding, and horse racing on different sandy terrains.

Survive through historical sandstorms, understand their impacts, and meet the ingenious man-made creations, like buildings and artwork, formed from nature's golden dust. With a newfound appreciation for the sandy habitats teeming with life, grasp the dunes' formation, fauna adaptation, and contrasting habitats from deserts to estuaries.

Pop culture enthusiasts will enjoy the recollection of sandy moments in films, music, literature, and poetry. Allow the discussions on sand therapy to reconnect you with Earth as we delve into healing, early childhood development, and nature therapies.

However, not all things centered around sand are beautiful. The detailed revelation on the ongoing global sand crisis presents grave consequences of sand mining, artificial sand possibilities, and the policies surrounding them. Last but not least, the sand reveals its timeless secrets to archaeologists with fascinating finds of buried cities, fossils, and artifacts.

'Sand Coin 101' is a captivating invitation to a realm uncharted for many, unlocking secrets hidden in the grains of sand. Dive into this book and lose yourself in the sands of time.

Publisher - Xspurts.com

Language - English

Perfect Bound

Contributors

By author

Penelope I. Westwood

Published Date - 2024-04-03

ISBN - 9781779701251

Dimensions - 19.7 x 13.2 x 1.1 cm

Page Count - 200