Summary:
The book provides a comprehensive examination of growth in nature and society, analyzing patterns from the scale of microorganisms to the complexities of megacities. It delves into the principles of energetic and material flows that define the growth and development across various systems, including biological entities, human economies, and civilizations.
Key points:
1. Universal Growth Patterns: Smil notes that growth often follows a common S-curve pattern across different systems, including organisms, populations, and cities.
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