Books matching: environmental impact of sand mining
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Who knew sand could be this riveting? Beiser’s well-researched deep dive makes you see our built world in a new light - and realize that running out of sand could be a much bigger deal than you ever imagined.
The World in a Grain by Vince Beiser explores the surprising significance of sand in modern civilization. It details how sand is crucial for various industries, including construction and technology, detailing the history of its use and the urgent issue of its dwindling supply. Beiser approaches the topic with engaging stories and vivid insights, illustrating how our reliance on sand is intertwined with urbanization, infrastructure, and even environmental concerns.
Beiser's writing is both informative and entertaining, making complex topics accessible to the reader. His journalistic style presents a thorough examination of sand mining, its environmental impact, and the challenges of overconsumption. The book combines proven research with light-hearted anecdotes, providing ample talking points while encouraging deeper thought about sustainable living and the potential consequences if we do not reconsider our resource usage.
All told, according to a Dutch research group, human beings since 1985 have added 5,237 square miles of artificial land to the world’s coasts—an area about as big as Connecticut or the nation of Jamai...August 2018•305 pages
