"The Carbon Age: How Life's Core Element Has Become Civilization's Greatest Threat" by Eric Roston, a non-fiction book published in 2020, delves into the complex and crucial role of carbon in shaping our world. The book explores how carbon, the fundamental building block of life, has transitioned from a vital element that enabled the emergence of life on Earth to a primary driver of climate change and environmental degradation. Roston meticulously traces the historical trajectory of carbon's influence, from its role in the Industrial Revolution and the subsequent rise of fossil fuels to its current impact on the global climate. He examines the scientific, economic, and political forces that have propelled us into this carbon-dominated era. Through compelling storytelling and insightful analysis, the book reveals the interconnectedness of carbon's influence on the planet, human society, and our future. Roston provides a thought-provoking examination of the challenges we face in navigating the carbon age and explores potential solutions for a sustainable future.