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Over the Rainbow

Over the Rainbow

The Science, Magic and Meaning of Rainbows

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Covering the science, their various beautiful forms in nature, other amazing light forms and much more, this is the perfect book for budding scientists, artists or just lovers of all things rainbow.

“A beautiful book that captures the science, history and cultural significance of rainbows. This book is for anyone who wants to learn more about one of nature's most beautiful optical illusions!”
—Rachel Ignotofsky, creator of Women in Science


There’s nothing better than a rainbow appearing after a storm, but have you ever wondered why they appear and what makes them so colorful? Rainbows have fascinated us for centuries and there’s so much to learn from them. From inspiring different mythology, literature, television and culture to becoming a symbol of hope, acceptance and pride, find out more about these natural wonders in this beautifully illustrated and fascinating guide.
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Praise for Over the Rainbow

“A beautiful book that captures the science, history and cultural significance of rainbows. This book is for anyone who wants to learn more about one of nature's most beautiful optical illusions!”
—Rachel Ignotofsky, creator of Women in Science

“From how they're created to all the different things they can mean to people, this book beautifully shares the many ways that rainbows bring color and light to our world. Understanding nature is the key to encouraging us to take better care of it and 'Over the Rainbow' provides all the awe and wonder we need to do just that.”
—Loll Kirby, author of Old Enough to Save the Planet

"Beautifully crafted with lively and colorful illustrations, this is a fun and fact-filled history of what rainbows mean to us and how they have shaped our imaginations."
—Lucy Banaji illustrator of Around the World in 80 Festivals
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Rachael Davis
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