Charles Fishman Books
Charles Fishman is an American journalist and author known for his investigative works on business, technology, and social issues. He has written for Fast Company and other major publications, focusing on how people and organizations adapt to change and innovation.
Known for: The Big Thirst: The Secret Life and Turbulent Future of Water
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The Big Thirst: The Secret Life and Turbulent Future of Water
The Big Thirst explores the complex relationship between humans and water, revealing how we take this essential resource for granted and how our future depends on rethinking its use. Charles Fishman investigates the global water crisis, the economics of water, and innovative solutions emerging around the world to ensure sustainable water management.
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The End of Abundance
For most of the modern era, we’ve lived in what I call the Age of Abundance. Turn the tap, and water flows. Flush the toilet, and everything disappears. It’s the infrastructure of invisibility—so reliable that we’ve stopped thinking about it. But now, around the world, that illusion is cracking. Cit...
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The Hidden Life of Water
The greatest marvel of modern life may be that we can move trillions of gallons of water every day without seeing it. Water flows invisibly through every aspect of our existence. When you brush your teeth, that’s direct use. But when you slip on a T-shirt or turn on a laptop, invisible rivers are be...
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About Charles Fishman
Charles Fishman is an American journalist and author known for his investigative works on business, technology, and social issues. He has written for Fast Company and other major publications, focusing on how people and organizations adapt to change and innovation.
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