A Matter-of-Fact Magic Book
Ruth Chew • Random House Books for Young Readers
- Author
- Ruth Chew
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
- ISBN
- 9780449815557
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A Matter-of-Fact Magic Book is a compilation volume that brings together several of Ruth Chew’s most beloved stories from the 1970s and 1980s. Chew was a prolific author of children's fantasy who specialized in blending the mundane suburban life of New York City with whimsical, low-stakes magical occurrences. Her writing was characterized by its gentle accessibility, often featuring ordinary children who stumbled upon enchanted items or creatures in their very own neighborhoods.
The design and illustration style of Chew’s work—often featuring her own detailed, black-and-white pen-and-ink drawings—were central to the series' charm. By grounding the magic in recognizable urban settings, she encouraged readers to imagine that supernatural events could happen in their own lives. This collection was curated for a new generation, reintroducing her classic tales to readers who appreciate the nostalgic, quiet magic of mid-century children's literature.
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