About the Book: Speed by Vaclav Smil is a thought-provoking popular science book that explores how the pursuit of speed has shaped technology, transportation, communication, society, and the natural world. Combining scientific research, historical analysis, and fascinating real-world examples, Smil challenges the belief that faster is always better while examining the complex relationship between innovation, sustainability, and human progress. Ideal for readers interested in science, technology, environment, innovation, history, and understanding the forces driving the modern world.