"Now everyone just calm down. What we need to do most of all is think carefully. There's no such thing as a problem that can't be solved or...or a process that can't be explained. It just takes clear thinking." (Chapter 1, p. 8).

"Now lay your hand right on the desk. See that? That outline? It's the shape of your hand, but there's no color, no definite form, and the desk underneath is hidden. And see how the edge seems all wavy? That's because of the refraction. Now pull your hand up slowly. Hold it there! See that? When you get six or eight inches away from something - bingo! - you're gone." (Chapter 2, p. 14).

"Yeah, working on a special project." (Chapter 3, p. 21).

"So then what do my responsible parents do? They make sure I'm asleep and they leave. Because so many other things are really important." (Chapter 4, p...