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Energy : a human history /​ Richard Rhodes

by Richard Rhodes

This study explores five centuries of energy transitions, detailing the shift from wood and coal to oil and electricity. It examines technological breakthroughs and social impacts, providing historical context for contemporary energy and environmental challenges.

Accession 15843 ISBN 9781501105357 Publisher Simon & Schuster
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