Science of the Magical

Science of the Magical
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 256
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ISBN-10 : 9781476777108
ISBN-13 : 1476777101
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Book Synopsis Science of the Magical by : Matt Kaplan

Download or read book Science of the Magical written by Matt Kaplan and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Can migrations of birds foretell our future? Do phases of the moon hold sway over our lives? Are there sacred springs that cure the ill? What is the best way to brew a love potion? How do we create mutant humans who regenerate like Wolverine? In [this book], noted science journalist Matt Kaplan plumbs the rich, lively, and surprising history of the magical objects, places, and rituals that infuse ancient and contemporary myth"--Amazon.com.


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