Is this a good book preface?
I have never written a book before. Hence, I have never written a preface. For what it is worth, according an article on Masterclass.com, Writing 101: How to Write a Preface for a Book , In one or two pages, an author’s preface is meant to: Explain why the author chose to write about this topic Reveal their motivation and inspiration for writing the book Describe the process of researching the topic of the book Outline the process of writing the book, including any challenges and how long it took. Based on this I wrote the following draft of a Preface to Condensed Matter Physics: A Very Short Introduction. Preface I love learning new things. I find joy in understanding, particularly if it is profound and important. I love trying to communicate that understanding, particularly in ways that may appeal and inspire. I find beauty in ideas, images, and stories. I am a “big picture” person. I love seeing connections, whether deep or anecdotal, between different pieces of knowledge. Hence