The Magic of Reality facts for kids
First edition (UK)
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| Author | Richard Dawkins |
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| Illustrator | Dave McKean |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Science |
| Publisher | Bantam Press (UK) Free Press (US) |
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Publication date
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15 September 2011 (UK) 4 October 2011 (US) |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover and Paperback) |
| Pages | 272 |
| ISBN | 1-4391-9281-2 |
| OCLC | 709673132 |
| LC Class | Q173 .D255 2011 |
| Preceded by | The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution |
| Followed by | An Appetite for Wonder |
The Magic of Reality: How We Know What's Really True is an exciting science book written by British biologist Richard Dawkins. It features amazing illustrations by Dave McKean. This book was first released in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2011, and then in the United States on October 4, 2011.
It is designed as a graphic science book, which means it uses lots of pictures to help explain ideas. The book is mainly for children and young adults, especially those aged around 12 years and older. Richard Dawkins shared that even younger readers could understand the book with a little help from an adult.
Contents
About The Magic of Reality
The Magic of Reality helps readers explore how the world works. It shows that real science can be even more amazing than myths or magic tricks. The book explains many natural wonders using scientific facts.
What is the Book About?
This book dives into big questions about our world and the universe. It explores how things like rainbows, earthquakes, and even life itself came to be. Instead of old myths, the book uses scientific explanations. It teaches that understanding the truth through science is a kind of "magic" all on its own.
For example, the book might explain how a rainbow forms from sunlight and water droplets. It shows the science behind it is beautiful and fascinating. It also talks about how life on Earth has changed over millions of years. This process is known as evolution.
Who is the Book For?
The Magic of Reality is perfect for curious young minds. If you like asking "how?" or "why?", this book is for you. It helps readers understand complex scientific ideas in a simple way. The colorful illustrations make learning even more fun and engaging.
The Author and Illustrator
The author, Richard Dawkins, is a famous scientist. He is known for explaining science clearly. The illustrator, Dave McKean, is an artist who creates unique and imaginative pictures. Together, they made a book that is both informative and visually stunning.
Publication Details
The book was published by different companies in different countries. In the United Kingdom, it was released by Bantam Press. In the United States, it was published by Free Press. This helped the book reach many young readers around the world.
