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Energy: A Beginner’s Guide
8₹510.27Explore the fascinating world of energy with Vaclav Smil’s “Energy: A Beginner’s Guide.” From E=mc2 to everyday life, discover how energy powers everything. Learn about its role in our bodies, transportation, and the quest for sustainable fuels. Uncover the science behind global warming and how our choices impact energy consumption. Get informed and amazed by the truths and myths surrounding this fundamental concept (ISBN: 9781786071330).
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How to Feed the World
11Original price was: ₹899.00.₹764.15Current price is: ₹764.15.Discover the challenges and potential solutions to feeding a growing global population in “How to Feed the World” by Vaclav Smil. Explore sustainable agriculture, technological advancements, and the complex interplay of factors shaping our food future. Smil’s insightful analysis provides crucial insights into one of the 21st century’s most pressing issues. ISBN: 9780241645406
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How to Feed the World: A Factful Guide
0Original price was: ₹699.00.₹524.25Current price is: ₹524.25.Explore the complex realities of global food systems with Vaclav Smil’s “How to Feed the World: A Factful Guide.” This essential read from The Bookish Owl tackles urgent questions: Why do food-producing nations face undernourishment? How can we combat massive food waste? Is a vegan future viable and healthy? Smil, a leading scientist, delivers a data-driven, myth-busting exploration of where our food comes from, our dietary needs, and their profound planetary impact. Discover how we can sustainably feed a growing global population without destroying the Earth. This rigorously researched guide offers crucial insights for a thriving future. “A fascinating deep dive… a wonderful fact-based tour” – Hannah Ritchie.
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OIL
0Original price was: ₹699.00.₹510.27Current price is: ₹510.27.Explore the vital resource powering our modern world in ‘Oil: A Beginner’s Guide’ by acclaimed scientist Vaclav Smil. This comprehensive book unveils the secrets of oil, from its ancient origins to its indispensable role in transportation, manufacturing, and global politics. Discover fascinating facts about its discovery, extraction, and the ongoing controversies surrounding its use. Essential reading for anyone curious about the ‘black stuff’ that shapes our daily lives and future. Understand humanity’s deep-seated dependence on this sought-after resource. Get your copy from The Bookish Owl today and become an expert on the energy source that fuels everything.
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Size
22Original price was: ₹599.00.₹509.15Current price is: ₹509.15.Size, by Vaclav Smil, explores the profound impact of size on everything from organisms to empires. From the smallest bacteria to the largest blue whales and from tiny microchips to sprawling megacities, Smil reveals the surprising laws that govern growth, development, and complexity across scales. Discover how size shapes our world in this insightful and thought-provoking read. ISBN: 9780241992142
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Speed: How it Explains the World
0Original price was: ₹1,099.00.₹824.25Current price is: ₹824.25.Discover how speed shapes our world in Vaclav Smil’s “Speed: How it Explains the World.” This compelling book, lauded by Bill Gates, delves into the profound influence of speed on everything from geological timescales to the swiftness of wildlife and human innovation. Smil, a master of data-driven insights, challenges common perceptions, revealing counterintuitive truths about our planet’s pace and the evolution of technology. Through captivating statistics and sharp analysis, explore the intricate connections between speed, nature, and modern life. Uncover the theoretical limits governing our societies and gain a fresh perspective on the fundamental force that defines our existence. A must-read for curious minds at The Bookish Owl.
