Symphony in C: Carbon and the Evolution of (Almost) Everything

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Exploring the profound significance of carbon, the book delves into its omnipresence in our lives, from birth to death. It highlights carbon's dual nature, essential for life yet capable of causing disease when imbalanced. Through poetic storytelling, earth scientist Robert M. Hazen investigates carbon's role in understanding the origins of Earth and its future, revealing the element's mystery and importance in addressing humanity's greatest questions.