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The Alchemy of Us: How Humans and Matter Transformed One Another
In "The Alchemy of Us," Ainissa Ramirez reveals how materials like clocks, steel, and silicon don’t just serve us—they shape our habits, culture, and even how we sleep. This isn’t a story about human mastery over stuff; it’s about a two-way street where inventions quietly rewrite the rules of daily life. Who’s really in control—the makers or the materials?
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