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Outside Lies Magic: Regaining History And Awareness In Everyday Places
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Outside Lies Magic Is A Book About The Acute Observation Of Ordinary Things, About Becoming Aware In Everyday Places, About Seeing In Utterly New Ways, About Enriching Your Life Unexpectedly.For More Than 20 Years, John R. Stilgoe Has Developed And Practiced The Art Of Exploring The Everyday World Around Us, Where So Much Lies Hidden Just Beneath The Surface, Offering Uncommon Knowledge If We But Know What To Look For. In This Remarkable Book, Stilgoe Inspires Us To Become Explorers On Our Ownon Foot Or On Bicycleand By So Doing To Reap The Benefits Of Escaping, Even Temporarily, The Traps Of Our Programmed Lives.Exploration Encourages Creativity, Serendipity, Invention, He Writes. And While Sharing His Insights On How To Explore, Stilgoe Provides A Fascinating Pocket History Of The American Landscape, As Striking In Its Originality As It Is Revealing. Stilgoe Dissects Our Visual Surroundings; His Observations Will Transform The Way You See Everything. Through His Eyes, An Abandoned Railroad Line Is Redolent Of History And Future Promise; Front Lawns Recall Our Agrarian Past; Vacant Lots Hold Cathedrals Of Potential.From The Electrical Grid Overhead To Fences, Malls, And Main Streets, Stilgoe Offers A Fresh Understanding Of The Links And Fractures In Our Society. After Reading Outside Lies Magic, Your World Will Never Look The Same Again.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Outside Lies Magic'? A: The main theme of 'Outside Lies Magic' is the importance of acute observation in everyday life. It encourages readers to become aware of their surroundings and to explore the ordinary in new and enriching ways.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Outside Lies Magic' is John R. Stilgoe, who has spent over 20 years studying and practicing the art of exploring the everyday world.
- Q: How many pages does 'Outside Lies Magic' have? A: The book 'Outside Lies Magic' has a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Outside Lies Magic' comes in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Outside Lies Magic' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 1998.
- Q: Is 'Outside Lies Magic' suitable for all ages? A: While 'Outside Lies Magic' can be enjoyed by a wide audience, it is particularly suited for readers interested in geography, exploration, and enhancing their observational skills.
- Q: What can readers expect to gain from reading this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a fresh perspective on their environment, learning to see the hidden history and potential in everyday places, which can inspire creativity and a sense of exploration.
- Q: Is this book part of a series or a standalone publication? A: 'Outside Lies Magic' is a standalone publication and is not part of a series.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in excellent condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'Outside Lies Magic' is the First Edition / First Printing.