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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN: 978-1250211101
Reader’s Age: Teens 13–17 and Adults 18+
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Author: Leigh Bardugo
Release Date: October 16, 2018
Genre: Fiction

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Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo – A Thrilling Heist Fantasy Novel

About the Book

Six of Crows follows six outcasts from the criminal underworld of Ketterdam as they team up for a heist that could make them rich beyond their wildest dreams, if it does not get them killed first. This is a fast paced fantasy novel built around trust, betrayal, and second chances.

About the Author

Leigh Bardugo is a bestselling author known for creating the Grishaverse, a richly built fantasy world that has earned praise from readers and critics for its depth and originality. Her storytelling has made her one of the most recognized names in modern young adult fantasy.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for readers who enjoy fantasy stories with morally grey characters, clever plotting, and found family dynamics. If you love heist stories mixed with magic and high stakes, this one is for you.

Do you enjoy stories where every character has a secret? Six of Crows gives you six of them at once.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Six of Crows a standalone book or part of a series?
Six of Crows is the first book in a duology, followed by Crooked Kingdom. It works best when read in order for full context.

Do I need to read the Shadow and Bone trilogy before Six of Crows?
No, Six of Crows can be read on its own since it follows new characters, though reading Shadow and Bone first adds extra background to the Grishaverse.

What age group is Six of Crows suitable for?
Six of Crows is generally recommended for teens 13 and up as well as adult readers who enjoy young adult fantasy with darker themes.

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Weight	2 g
Dimensions	5.55 × 3.05 × 8.45 cm

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Material World by Ed Conway

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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-0753559161
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+
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Author: Ed Conway
Release Date: June 10, 2025
Genre: Science & Technology

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Explore the Hidden Materials That Built Our Modern Civilization

About the Book

Material World takes you on an extraordinary global adventure to uncover the six raw materials that underpin our entire modern existence. From the silicon in your smartphone to the copper wiring your home, from ancient salt roads to tomorrow’s lithium batteries, Ed Conway masterfully weaves together geology, economics, politics, and human ingenuity. This isn’t just a book about materials—it’s a revelation about how the physical world shapes power, progress, and our collective future. Prepare to see the everyday objects around you in an entirely new light.

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“We live in a Material World—but most of us have no idea where anything actually comes from. This book will change that forever.”

Every skyscraper, every smartphone, every electric vehicle depends on these six fundamental building blocks. Ed Conway takes us from remote mines to cutting-edge factories, revealing the hidden networks that sustain modern life and the geopolitical battles being fought over their control.

About the Author

Ed Conway is the award-winning Economics Editor of Sky News and one of Britain’s most trusted voices on economics and policy. With decades of experience translating complex subjects for mainstream audiences, Conway brings his signature clarity and storytelling prowess to this ambitious work. His unique background in both journalism and economics allows him to connect global supply chains with personal impact, making the invisible infrastructure of our world suddenly visible and fascinating.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for curious readers who want to understand the hidden systems that power modern civilization. Whether you’re interested in technology, economics, sustainability, geopolitics, or simply love well-told stories about how the world works, Material World delivers profound insights without requiring technical expertise. Ideal for professionals in business and policy, students of economics or environmental science, and anyone who’s ever wondered where things actually come from and why that matters for our future.

What You’ll Discover

Readers will gain a deep appreciation for the intricate global networks that extract, refine, and transport the materials we take for granted every day. You’ll understand why certain nations hold strategic advantages, how material shortages could reshape geopolitics, and what the transition to renewable energy really means in physical terms. Most importantly, you’ll develop a new lens for viewing economic and environmental challenges—one grounded in the tangible realities of the material world rather than abstract theories.

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What are the six materials covered in Material World?
The book explores sand (silicon), salt, iron, copper, oil, and lithium—the fundamental materials that built everything from ancient trade routes to modern smartphones and electric vehicles.

Is Material World suitable for readers without a science background?
Absolutely. Ed Conway writes for general audiences with engaging storytelling and clear explanations. No technical knowledge required—just curiosity about how the world works.

How does Material World relate to current events and the future?
The book directly addresses today’s supply chain challenges, the green energy transition, and geopolitical competition over critical resources like lithium and rare earths. It’s highly relevant to understanding current affairs.

Does the book discuss environmental and sustainability issues?
Yes. Conway examines the environmental costs of material extraction and processing, while exploring how these same materials are essential for renewable energy technologies. It presents a balanced, nuanced view of sustainability challenges.

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Weight	610 g
Dimensions	15.2 × 4.2 × 23.3 cm

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Material World reveals the untold story of six essential materials that built our modern world and will define our future. Through vivid storytelling and ground-level reporting from mines, factories, and laboratories across the globe, you'll discover why lithium powers the green revolution, how sand became the foundation of the digital age, and why copper shortages could derail climate goals. This eye-opening journey transforms everyday objects into fascinating narratives about human innovation, environmental challenges, and the geopolitical race for resources that will shape the 21st century.