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The Magic of Reality : How We Know What's Really True by Richard Dawkins (2011, Hardcover)
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Magic takes many forms. Supernatural magic is what our ancestors used in order to explain the world before they developed the scientific method. The ancient Egyptians explained the night by suggesting the goddess Nut swallowed the sun. The Vikings believed a rainbow was the gods' bridge to earth. The Japanese used to explain earthquakes by conjuring a gigantic catfish that carried the world on its back--earthquakes occurred each time it flipped its tail. These are magical, extraordinary tales. But there is another kind of magic, and it lies in the exhilaration of discovering the real answers to these questions. It is the magic of reality--science. Packed with clever thought experiments, dazzling illustrations and jaw-dropping facts, The Magic of Reality explains a stunningly wide range of natural phenomena. What is stuff made of? How old is the universe? Why do the continents look like disconnected pieces of a puzzle? What causes tsunamis? Why are there so many kinds of plants and animals? Who was the first man, or woman? This is a page-turning, graphic detective story that not only mines all the sciences for its clues but primes the reader to think like a scientist as well. Richard Dawkins, the world's most famous evolutionary biologist and one of science education's most passionate advocates, has spent his career elucidating the wonders of science for adult readers. But now, in a dramatic departure, he has teamed up with acclaimed artist Dave McKean and used his unrivaled explanatory powers to share the magic of science with readers of all ages. This is a treasure trove for anyone who has ever wondered how the world works. Dawkins and McKean have created an illustrated guide to the secrets of our world--and the universe beyond--that will entertain and inform for years to come.Product Identifiers
PublisherFree Press
ISBN-101439192812
ISBN-139781439192818
eBay Product ID (ePID)109039264
Product Key Features
GenreNature, Science, Social Science, Philosophy, Comics & Graphic Novels
Publication Year2011
LanguageEnglish
Artist/WriterRichard Dawkins, Mckean, Dave, Dave McKean
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Length9.7in
Weight34.9 Oz
Item Height1.1in
Item Weight34.9 Oz
Item Width7.4in
Additional Product Features
Number of Pages272 Pages
Publication Date2011-10-04
Book TitleMagic of Reality : How We Know What's Really True
Lccn2011-025607
Dewey Decimal501
Lc Classification NumberQ173.D255 2011
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"I am often asked to recommend good books on science for young people. From now on, I will not have to hesitate. The Magic of Reality provides a beautiful, accessible and wide ranging volume that addresses the questions that all of us have about the universe, separating often too-little known facts from too-frequently believed fictions. For this reason it should be a powerful resource for people of all ages, written with the masterful and eloquently literate style of perhaps the best popular expositor of science, Richard Dawkins, and delightfully illustrated by Dave McKean. What more could anyone ask for?" --Lawrence Krauss is Foundation Professor and Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University and the author most recently of Quantum Man , and A Universe from Nothing, "I am often asked to recommend good books on science for young people. From now on, I will not have to hesitate. The Magic of Reality provides a beautiful, accessible and wide ranging volume that addresses the questions that all of us have about the universe, separating often too-little known facts from too-frequently believed fictions. For this reason it should be a powerful resource for people of all ages, written with the masterful and eloquently literate style of perhaps the best popular expositor of science, Richard Dawkins, and delightfully illustrated by Dave McKean. What more could anyone ask for?" Lawrence Krauss is Foundation Professor and Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University and the author most recently of Quantum Man, and A Universe from Nothing, "Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through." -Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, âExhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through.â Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, “Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through.”--Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, "Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through." --Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, "I am often asked to recommend good books on science for young people. From now on, I will not have to hesitate. The Magic of Reality provides a beautiful, accessible and wide ranging volume that addresses the questions that all of us have about the universe, separating often too-little known facts from too-frequently believed fictions. For this reason it should be a powerful resource for people of all ages, written with the masterful and eloquently literate style of perhaps the best popular expositor of science, Richard Dawkins, and delightfully illustrated by Dave McKean. What more could anyone ask for?" -Lawrence Krauss is Foundation Professor and Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University and the author most recently of Quantum Man , and A Universe from Nothing, "Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through."--Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, "I Wanted to Write this Book but I Wasn't Clever Enough. Now I've Read It, I AM" -Ricky Gervais, âI am often asked to recommend good books on science for young people. From now on, I will not have to hesitate. The Magic of Reality provides a beautiful, accessible and wide ranging volume that addresses the questions that all of us have about the universe, separating often too-little known facts from too-frequently believed fictions. For this reason it should be a powerful resource for people of all ages, written with the masterful and eloquently literate style of perhaps the best popular expositor of science, Richard Dawkins, and delightfully illustrated by Dave McKean. What more could anyone ask for?â Lawrence Krauss is Foundation Professor and Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University and the author most recently of Quantum Man , and A Universe from Nothing, "Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through." --Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, "Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through." --Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ andthe His Dark Materials trilogy, "Exhilarating. The clearest and most beautifully written introduction to science I've ever read. Again and again I found myself saying "Oh! So that's how genes work!" (or stars, or tectonic plates, or all the other things he explains). Explanations I thought I knew were clarified; things I never understood were made clear for the first time. My favourite adjective of praise has always been "clear", and this book has clarity all the way through." Philip Pullman, author of The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ and the His Dark Materials trilogy, “I am often asked to recommend good books on science for young people. From now on, I will not have to hesitate. The Magic of Reality provides a beautiful, accessible and wide ranging volume that addresses the questions that all of us have about the universe, separating often too-little known facts from too-frequently believed fictions. For this reason it should be a powerful resource for people of all ages, written with the masterful and eloquently literate style of perhaps the best popular expositor of science, Richard Dawkins, and delightfully illustrated by Dave McKean. What more could anyone ask for?” Lawrence Krauss is Foundation Professor and Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University and the author most recently of Quantum Man , and A Universe from Nothing, "I am often asked to recommend good books on science for young people. From now on, I will not have to hesitate. The Magic of Reality provides a beautiful, accessible and wide ranging volume that addresses the questions that all of us have about the universe, separating often too-little known facts from too-frequently believed fictions. For this reason it should be a powerful resource for people of all ages, written with the masterful and eloquently literate style of perhaps the best popular expositor of science, Richard Dawkins, and delightfully illustrated by Dave McKean. What more could anyone ask for?" --Lawrence Krauss is Foundation Professor and Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University and the author most recently of Quantum Man , and A Universe from Nothing
Target AudienceTrade
IllustratedYes
TopicPhilosophy & Social Aspects, Nonfiction / General, Folklore & Mythology, General
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- 18 Jun, 2020
Excellent. Clear text and instructively captivating illustrations.
An excellent introduction to the fundamentals of science and the scientific way of knowing about the world and ourselves.The text is clear and the art is charmingly instructive. Great for the young to any age adult. Perfect book to dip into before bed or to be read as a textbook! The author is very insistent that non-scientific ways of knowing are bogus and are impediments to human progress. A true secularist and a devoted son the the Enlightenment! I am a thoughtful fan...Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 Nov, 2016
Wonderful Critical Thinking Primer For Newbies
"The Magic Of Reality" is an exciting read for anyone that has just started asking the big questions about life, the universe, and everything. Dawkins doesn't simply spoon feed the facts to the reader, but instead takes them on a journey through time and space that not only reveals the contents of our world but also the process that humans have discovered to make sense of the world around us and within us. This book can also be a great tool for parents looking to open a dialogue with their kids about the scientific method. Each chapter starts with a profound question about our world and leaves no stone unturned in the process of finding the answers. The lavish illustrations by Dave McKean beautifully illustrate the subject matter throughout the book making it that much easier to understand. This book should be an essential addition to your library if you're trying to foster critical thinking and a skeptical mind.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 May, 2018
Dawkins at his best
Richard Dawkins is at his best when explaining the world we live in. For science lovers who wish to understand the world, this book is a must-have. The paperback edition does not have illustrations that this hardcover version has.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 May, 2019
Good price for a good book that deserves being read for any person.
This is a really good book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Jun, 2019
Bitch its a good book
its a good book. Read it bitchVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
