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How the World Really Works: The Science Behind How We Got Here and Where We're Going by Vaclav Smil
adelinad's review against another edition
Very little storytelling, very many facts.
kimball_hansen's review against another edition
5.0
Finally a lot of crappy books until now! This was a really good science book that talks about all things involved in society interacting with our living planet.
I'm glad the author recognizes and supports the obvious advantages of nuclear energy.
China made as much concrete in 2 years that the USA did in 50 years.
I like how he subtly addresses that veganism doesn't work and neither do alternative forms of energy (besides nuclear).
There has been no danger of a shortage of oxygen from the rain forests burning. Stupid French President. You should be in prison for your weak attempt of mass hysteria in order to line your pockets.
I'm glad the author recognizes and supports the obvious advantages of nuclear energy.
China made as much concrete in 2 years that the USA did in 50 years.
I like how he subtly addresses that veganism doesn't work and neither do alternative forms of energy (besides nuclear).
There has been no danger of a shortage of oxygen from the rain forests burning. Stupid French President. You should be in prison for your weak attempt of mass hysteria in order to line your pockets.
prhodes98's review against another edition
challenging
informative
fast-paced
4.0
Will probably return to certain chapters
Not a feel good story
Not a feel good story
bookreviews1's review against another edition
challenging
dark
informative
reflective
slow-paced
3.75