in the boy who harnessed the wind why does william try magic

William was incredibly afraid of angering those with magic, and sought to control his own magic as a way of fighting back.

The most common reasons are curiosity, or a desire to learn how to control one's special abilities.

This is an interesting analysis of William's struggle between traditional beliefs and scientific thinking. His decision to try magic shows how desperate the situation had become, while also highlighting his journey toward finding practical solutions through knowledge and innovation.