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Children of the Sun: A History of Humanity's Unappeasable Appetite for Energy,Used
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A master historian's spirited survey of humanity's strategies for tapping sun energy, past and future. We don't often recognize the humble activity of cooking for the revolutionary cultural adaptation that it is. But when the hearth fires started burning in the Paleolithic, humankind broadened the exploitation of food and initiated an avalanche of change. And we don't often associate cooking with drilling for oil, but both are innovations that allow us to tap the sun energy accumulated in organic matter. Alfred W. Crosby, a founder of the field of global history, reveals how humanity's successes hinge directly on effective uses of sun energy. But dwindling natural resources, global warming, and environmental pollution all testify to the limits of our fossilfuel civilization. Although we haven't yet adopted a feasible alternativejust look at the embarrassment of 'cold fusion' or the 2003 blackout that humbled North Americaour ingenuity and adaptability as a species give us hope. 10 illustrations, map.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Children of the Sun'? A: 'Children of the Sun' explores humanity's historical relationship with energy, particularly focusing on our reliance on solar energy throughout different eras.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Alfred W. Crosby, a recognized historian known for his contributions to global history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Children of the Sun' was published on January 17, 2006.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 208 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Children of the Sun' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the evolution of energy consumption, the historical significance of cooking, and the implications of dwindling natural resources.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book includes 10 illustrations and a map that complement the text.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Children of the Sun' is categorized under Economics.