Every human activity entails the conversion of energy. Changes in the fundamental sources of energy, and in the use of energy sources, are a basic dimension of the evolution of society. Our appreciation of the significance of these processes is essential to a fuller understanding of world history. Vaclav Smil offers a comprehensive look at the role
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Vaclav Smil offers a comprehensive look at the role of energy in world history, ranging from human muscle-power in foraging societies and animal-power in traditional farming to preindustrial hydraulic techniques and modern fossil-fueled civilization.
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Energy and Society -- Energy in Prehistory -- Traditional Agriculture -- Preindustrial Prime Movers and Fuels -- Fossil-Fueled Civilization -- Energy in World History -- Basic Measures -- Power in History -- Suggested Readings
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Product details
ISBN
9780367008925
Published
2019-04-18
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight
750 gr
Height
235 mm
Width
152 mm
Age
U, G, 05, 01
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Number of pages
320
Author