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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ISBN
9780367008925
Publisert
2019-04-18
Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Vekt
566 gr
Høyde
235 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
U, G, 05, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
320

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Biographical note

Vaclav Smil teaches at the University of Manitoba. He has written thirteen books, including Energy, Food, Environment: Realities, Myths, Options; General Energetics; and Global Ecology, Environmental Change, and Social Flexibility .