Material World : A Substantial Story of Our Past and Future by Ed Conway 9780753559178

Material World : A Substantial Story of Our Past and Future

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Embark on a riveting journey through the annals of human progress with Material World: A Substantial Story of Our Past and Future by Ed Conway, a Sunday Times bestseller and Radio 4 Book of the Week. This critically acclaimed work, shortlisted for prestigious accolades, unveils the profound impact of six essential materials on our civilization.

From the gritty grains of sand to the gleaming crystals of lithium, Conway meticulously examines how these seemingly mundane substances have sculpted our past and continue to mold our future. With the precision of a detective and the flair of a storyteller, he illuminates the often-overlooked role of:

  • Salt - the seasoning of life that has shaped trade
  • Iron - the backbone of industry and innovation
  • Copper - the conductor of progress
  • Oil - the lifeblood of modern economies
  • Sand - the foundation of our digital age
  • Lithium - the element powering our future technologies

As we grapple with pressing challenges such as climate upheaval and energy predicaments, Conway's globe-trotting investigation reveals a clandestine world of resource control. His keen observations and incisive analysis demonstrate why these six materials are more crucial than ever, shaping the geopolitical landscape of tomorrow.

Material World is not merely a chronicle of substances; it is a substantial narrative that reframes our understanding of the past and offers a prescient glimpse into our future. Prepare to view the world through a new lens, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the foundations of our existence are laid bare.

Product Information

ISBN: 9780753559178
Author: Ed Conway
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: W H Allen
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
Dimensions: 126 x 198 x 34 mm
Publication Date: 01 August, 2024
Pagination: 512 pages
Weight: 342g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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