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The Magic of Reality by Richard Dawkins — WisdomDeck honest review
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The Magic of Reality

by Richard Dawkins

Myths answered by science: what is a rainbow, who was the first person, why do bad things happen. Written for young readers, enjoyed by adults.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Reality is more magical than myth.
  2. Ask how we know.
  3. Explain simply.

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Dawkins for the young.

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