From Microorganisms to Metropolises. Searching for a Compromise Between Progress and the Future of the Planet

The books of Vaclav Smil, one of the most authoritative thinkers of our time, are always noticeable and evoke a wide public and scientific resonance because they address global problems of humanity that concern each of us.
The new book by... the world-renowned scientist and writer is dedicated to exploring the concept of growth in nature and society, from tiny organisms to empires and civilizations. Growth governs the lives of microorganisms and galaxies, our brains and economy. Growth is involved in the development of a child and the spread of cancer cells, the increase of population and cities. The books of Vaclav Smil, one of the most authoritative thinkers of our time, are always noticeable and evoke a wide public and scientific resonance because they address global problems of humanity that concern each of us.