In "How the World Really Works - A Scientist’s Guide to Our Past, Present and Future," Vaclav Smil offers a rigorous and wide-ranging analysis of the fundamental forces shaping human civilization. This work dives deep into the interplay of energy, environment, technology, and society, providing a grounded perspective on the realities that underpin historical progress and contemporary challenges. Smil's scientific approach demystifies commonly held assumptions and invites readers to reconsider the complexity of global systems and the prospects for future development.

• Energy as the foundation: Energy consumption and transformation are central to understanding societal...
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