With one famous equation Emc 2 Einstein proved all matter can be described as energy It is everywhere & it is everything In this newly updated & engaging introduction renowned scientist Vaclav Smil explores energy in all its facets
- from the inner workings of the human body to what we eat the car we drive & the race for more efficient & eco-friendly fuels Energy A Beginner's Guide highlights the importance of energy in both past & present societies by shedding light on the science behind global warming & efforts to prevent it & by revealing how our daily decisions affect energy consumption Whether you're looking for dinner table conversation or to further your own understanding this book will amaze & inform uncovering the truths & exposing the myths behind one of the most important concepts in our universe