Smil, Vaclav
Energy and Civilization: A History (Energy and Civilization)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262536165
- author:
- Smil, Vaclav
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 568
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 3.33 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, World History, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Energy and Civilization: A History by Vaclav Smil A comprehensive account of how energy has shaped society throughout history, from pre-agricultural foraging societies to today's fossil fuel-driven civilization. This monumental history explores how innovations in humans' ability to turn energy into heat, light, and motion have driven cultural and economic progress over the past 10,000 years. The conversion of energy on Earth is a universal force, shaping the planet and human civilization alike. From the power of plate tectonics to the cumulative effects of raindrops, energy is essential for getting anything done. Humans have come to rely on various energy flows, including fossil fuels and photovoltaic generation of electricity, to sustain their civilized existence. Vaclav Smil provides a panoramic and interdisciplinary overview of humanity's energy eras, offering a magisterial account of how energy has shaped society.
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