** "The Fairy-Land of Science" by Arabella B. Buckley is an exploration of science through the lens of fantasy, inviting readers to view the natural world as a place of wonder akin to a fairy tale. It presents scientific ideas in an engaging way, suggesting that science is more than just facts; it's a realm of invisible forces and beautiful stories waiting to be discovered. Using examples like water turning into ice, the formation of snowflakes, and the power of sunlight, the book shows how unseen forces shape the world around us. The author inspires readers to use their imagination to see the scientific magic all around, urging them to observe, question, and explore nature for themselves, uncovering the enchantment hidden within scientific principles. **
The Fairy-Land of Science
By Arabella B. (Arabella Burton) Buckley
** Embark on a journey where science transforms into a land of magic, revealing the unseen forces that create the beauty and wonder of the natural world.
Summary
About the AuthorArabella Burton Buckley was an English writer and science educator. She championed Darwinian evolution with particular emphasis on the mind and morals, in contrast to the prevailing emphasis on competition and physical survival. Charles Darwin described her as being able to 'treat evolution with much dexterity and truthfulness'.
Arabella Burton Buckley was an English writer and science educator. She championed Darwinian evolution with particular emphasis on the mind and morals, in contrast to the prevailing emphasis on competition and physical survival. Charles Darwin described her as being able to 'treat evolution with much dexterity and truthfulness'.
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