Author Alex Epstein examines fossil fuels’ advantages like natural gas, coal, and oil in The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels. The book explores the numerous fallacies surrounding fossil fuels and discusses the tremendous and advantageous consequences of using such fuels on society. Furthermore, fossil fuel use is a moral choice because its advantages to humanity surpass any current environmental worries.
Color: A Natural History of the Palette explores the fascinating and peculiar tales behind the uncovering of pigments and the application of paints. It delves into various accounts, including the ancient use of ochre in cave paintings and the prohibition of white paint in the twentieth century. These bites provide intriguing and vibrant insights into the world of color.
In A Brief History of Time, Stephen Hawking explores the history of scientific theory and how our understanding of the universe has changed over time. While covering topics such as black holes, big bangs, and the smallest particles in the universe, Hawking also outlines the history of the universe and the complex science underlying it in a way that even readers who are unfamiliar with these ideas can easily comprehend.
In her 2014 book The Price of Thirst, Karen Piper exposes how private water businesses, in their pursuit of profit, have failed to provide everyone with access to clean water and have contributed to environmental degradation and political unrest.
As artificial intelligence and robots remain a topic of debate, The New Breed presents a refreshing viewpoint. Rather than viewing robots as replacements for humans or threats, the author bases her argument on our longstanding relationship with autonomous animals, which have increased our productivity and helped us feel better.
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Taking a peek at the microbes' microscopic world, I Contain Multitudes (2016) provides a fascinating glimpse into how they influence our lives. By forming vital and remarkable partnerships, ancient microbes have contributed to the survival of all the living creatures on this planet.
Underbug explores the intriguing world of termites, a bug that is often disliked even more than cockroaches. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with experts in biology, entomology, and genetics, Lisa Margonelli aims to restore the reputation of this underappreciated insect. Throughout the book, she highlights the remarkable architectural abilities of termites, analyzes their bizarre relationship with an ancient fungus, and explores how the microbes in their digestive systems could contribute to a more sustainable future.
In Homo Deus (2015), we are explained how we became the world's dominant species and what the future holds for humanity. It analyzes humanism, individual choice, and our devotion to the individual. It also reveals how technology and science will eventually subordinate humans to computer algorithms.
Seven Brief Lessons on Physics provides a valuable overview of the origins of two fundamental aspects of modern physics: Einstein's general relativity theory and quantum mechanics. Carlo Rovelli, the author, explores the fascinating world made possible by these theories, as well as the secrets, mysteries, and paradoxes they've uncovered.
Eradication (2011) discusses the efforts of medical professionals to eradicate particular illnesses from the Earth. Also, it examines the success and failure of illness eradication in the past and the complex political problems that have arisen in the process.
Throughout history, mankind has struggled against nature. This book explores how engineers, scientists, and others are trying to fix the problems that arise when we win that battle. It’s our duty to explore all available remedies for the serious damage we’ve caused, whether quaint or grand, quirky or dreadful.
In The Reason for Flowers (2015), we explore how flowers arise, reproduce, and impact our lives. It also explains why flowers are so beautiful, how they have sex, and why humans are fascinated by them.
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