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The magic of reality, how we know what's really true, Richard Dawkins ; illustrated by Dave McKean

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The magic of reality, how we know what's really true, Richard Dawkins ; illustrated by Dave McKean

Language

eng

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The magic of reality

Oclc number

796931866

Responsibility statement

Richard Dawkins ; illustrated by Dave McKean

Sub title

how we know what's really true

Summary

This book explains a wide range of natural phenomena including how old the universe is, why the continents look like disconnected pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, what causes tsunamis, why there are so many kinds of plants and animals, and who the first man, or woman, was. Starting with the magical, mythical explanations for the wonders of nature, the author reveals the scientific truths behind these occurrences

Table Of Contents

What is reality? What is magic? -- Who was the first person? -- Why are there so many different kinds of animals? -- What are things made of? -- Why do we have night and day, winter and summer? -- What is the sun? -- What is a rainbow? -- When and how did everything begin? -- Are we alone? -- What is an earthquake? -- Why do bad things happen? -- What is a miracle?

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