$2.99 | Numbers Don't Lie: 71 Stories to Help Us Understand the Modern World (eBook) by Vaclav Smil

Unlock the World’s True Story: Dive into “Numbers Don’t Lie”!From the visionary author of How the World Really Works, Vaclav Smil delivers an essential guide to decoding our complex world through the power of numbers. Prepare to challenge conventional wisdom and gain profound insights into the forces shaping our existence.Explore Critical Topics:Vaclav Smil, a renowned environmental scientist and policy analyst, embarks on a fascinating fact-finding adventure. He uses surprising statistics and illuminating graphs to explore a wide range of topics, including:

• Energy & the Environment: Uncover the real impact of our daily lives.
• Groundbreaking Technology: Understand its true role in global progress.
• Global Transportation Systems: Delve into how we move and its consequences.
• Sustainable Food Production: Examine the systems that feed our planet.
• Societal Trends & Population Dynamics: Gain clarity on the human element.

In Numbers Don’t Lie, Smil tackles intriguing questions such as: What’s worse for the environment—your car or your phone? How much do the world’s cows weigh (and what does it matter)? And what truly makes people happy?Challenge Your Perceptions:Through a captivating blend of science, history, and sharp wit, this book is packed with fascinating information and memorable examples. Discover eye-opening truths and challenge what you thought you knew:

• The surprising global rise in chicken consumption trends.
• Why vaccination yields an unparalleled return on investment.
• The often-overlooked realities and potential of electric cars (yet!).

Presented in engaging, bite-sized chapters on a broad range of topics, Numbers Don’t Lie is **urgent and essential** for anyone ready to interrogate what they take to be true and truly understand the world around them.Product DetailsAuthor: Vaclav SmilPublisher: Penguin BooksPublication Date: May 4, 2021Print Length: 368 pages