How the World Really Works: The Science Behind How We Got Here and Where We're Going
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Select a product to estimate shipping.Vaclav Smil’s How the World Really Works offers a comprehensive exploration of the historical and scientific forces that have shaped our modern world. It’s a deep dive into the interconnectedness of energy, technology, and societal development, providing a framework for understanding our present and anticipating future trends.
Key Highlights
- Examines the crucial role of energy in driving technological and societal change.
- Provides a historical perspective on the evolution of transportation, agriculture, and industry.
- Offers insights into the complex relationships between population growth, resource availability, and economic development.
- Explores the scientific basis behind major historical events and advancements.
- Presents a detailed analysis of global trends and their potential long-term consequences.
Useful Facts
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Publication Date: February 4, 2025
- Language: English
- Print Length: 336 pages
- ISBN-10: 0593297083
- ISBN-13: 978-0593297087
- Item Weight: 9.3 ounces
- Dimensions: 5.49 x 0.7 x 8.25 inches
Good Fit For
- Readers interested in history, economics, and science.
- Students and researchers studying global development and sustainability.
- Anyone seeking a broader understanding of the forces shaping our world.
| Main Specification | |
|---|---|
| Kihirdetés dátuma | 2025 or február 4. |
| Márka | by Vaclav Smil (Author) Format: Paperback |
| Elem súlya | 9,3 uncia |
| Product information | |
| Nyelv | Angol |
| Others | |
| Terméktípus | Public Affairs & Policy |
| Kiadó | Pingvin könyvek |
| Nyomtatási hossz | 336 oldal |
| ISBN- 10 | 0593297083 |
| ISBN- 13 | 978-0593297087 |
| Méretek | 5.49 x 0.7 x 8.25 inches |
| ISBN10 | 0593297083 |
| ISBN13 | 978-0593297087 |