Beiser, Vince

The World in a Grain: The Story of Sand and How It Transformed Civilization

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ISBN 13:
9780399576447
author:
Beiser, Vince
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Penguin USA
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
22.7 x 15.4 x 2.7 centimetres (0
Genre:
Science, Environment, Science,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£13.39

Description

The World in a Grain: The Story of Sand and How It Transformed Civilization Sand is the natural resource we consume more than any other, playing a crucial role in our lives. From the concrete buildings and paved roads that surround us to the silicon chips that power our technology, sand is an essential ingredient in modern life. Yet, despite its importance, we're running out of it. Vince Beiser's compelling true story takes readers on a journey across the globe, from the United States to remote corners of India, China, and Dubai, to explain why sand is so crucial to modern life. Along the way, he encounters world-changing innovators, entrepreneurs, and individuals who are fighting to preserve this vital resource. The result is an entertaining and eye-opening work that reveals the fascinating details and surprising characters behind the world's most overlooked commodity. As Beiser delves deep into the world of sand, he exposes the serious human and environmental costs incurred by our dependence on it. This thought-provoking examination sheds light on the complexities of sand mining, trade, and use, and the impact it has on our planet.

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