The Reality Bubble

Name: The Reality Bubble
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SKU: 9781838850487
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Blind Spots, Hidden Truths and the Dangerous Illusions that Shape Our World

By Ziya Tong

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In The Reality Bubble by Ziya Tong, the author explores the hidden forces and unseen details of our everyday world. Through a scientific lens, the book reveals how much of reality is invisible to us, challenging our perceptions and encouraging a deeper understanding of the universe. Tong invites readers to discover the surprising and sometimes unsettling truths that lie beneath the surface of modern life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about the unseen forces shaping our world, as it invites readers on a fascinating exploration of how we perceive reality, revealing what remains hidden from everyday view. It's perfect for those who relish uncovering intriguing truths in science and nature, offering thought-provoking insights that challenge conventional perspectives.

A groundbreaking and wonder-filled look at the hidden things that shape our lives in unexpected and sometimes dangerous ways.

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Our naked eyes see only a thin sliver of reality. We are blind in comparison to the x-rays that peer through skin, the mass spectrometers that detect the dead inside the living, or the high-tech surveillance systems that see with artificial intelligence.

And we are blind compared to the animals that can see in infrared, or ultraviolet, or in 360-degree vision. These animals live in the same world we do, but they see something quite different when they look around.

With all of the curiosity and flair that drives her broadcasting, Ziya Tong illuminates this hidden world and takes us on a journey to examine ten of humanity's biggest blind spots. What she reveals is not only the things we didn't evolve to see but, more dangerously, the blindness of modern society.

This vitally important new book shows how sciences, and the wonder and courage that drive it, can help civilisation flourish by opening our eyes. Fast-paced, utterly fascinating, and deeply humane, The Reality Bubble gives voice to the sense we've all had - that there is more to the world than meets the eye.

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The Reality Bubble by Ziya Tong is praised for its engaging and accessible exploration of the world, likened to a guided tour by an enthusiastic curator. Critics highlight its enlightening and empowering narrative that challenges preconceived notions and offers a profound wake-up call. The book is celebrated for its clever presentation of science and nature, inspiring readers to rethink their relationship with the planet through thrilling facts and insights.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838850487

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 456g

Pages: 384

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature Ziya Tong

About the Author

Ziya Tong anchored Daily Planet, Dicovery Channel's flagship science programme until its final season in 2018. Tong also hosted the CBC's Emmy-nominated series ZeD, PBS' national prime-time series, Wired Science, and worked as a correspondent for NOVA scienceNOW alongside Neil deGrasse Tyson on PBS. She serves as the Vice Chair of WWF Canada.