The powerful brain of a young boy which can conjure up an imagined reality…. with startling consequences…
Stories for 'Magic Realism'
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A very satisfying tale which blends some hand-waving magic realism and mathematics to create a vision of the fantastic. -
A talisman of Mathematics lands in the real world, with some mystifying effects, articulated in a cleverly-written story… -
The story connects with mathematics primarily through a theory, which posits that magic can be understood and controlled through mathematical principles. It discusses how mathematical tools, particularly calculus, can express relationships and channel energy in a precise manner.Overall, the story presents mathematics as a key to unlocking the mysteries of the universe, suggesting that the laws governing both magic and reality can be understood through rigorous scientific inquiry. -
A cautionary tale for all those who have not focused on polishing their mathematics skills. Someday, you may not be able to save a friend for lack of a suitable algebraic equation… -
An emotional, sensitively written example of a short story of magic realism, in the classic tradition of Borges and Cortazar. Most of the story revolves around the main character’s frame of existence, which is also the rationale for the story, building toward its slow finale. -
The Midnight Club gathered for their Winter session in a festive mood, with President Vance Seaton organizing a surprise entertainment program instead of a guest speaker.The venue was a charming country house with a festive ambiance.The identity of the performers was kept a secret until the event. The evening culminated with the performance of illusionists Levito and Gloria, who captivated the members with a series of impressive magic tricks. The atmosphere was filled with anticipation, and the audience was left wondering whether the illusions were mere tricks or real magic.The lingering uncertainty about the tricks performed created an air of mystery, engaging the audience’s imagination. This element of mystery is crucial in storytelling and performance, inviting deeper engagement. -
A magical tale about a planet where mathematics and mathematical thought can neutralize the harmful spells of wizards… -
A Scotsman chasing blue tigers discovers magical stones that defy arithmetic. -
A young girl discovers an arcane mathematical spell scribbled by her grandfather, which threatens the very existence of the universe.