How Infrastructure Works: Inside the Systems That Shape Our World

Deb Chachra, a computer scientist and engineer, examines the physical systems that underpin modern life, arguing that infrastructure is not merely a backdrop but a primary driver of social, economic, and political outcomes. Moving beyond the digital realm, she explores how the design and maintenance of roads, power grids, water systems, and supply chains shape inequality, resilience, and daily experience. The book connects technical engineering principles with broader societal questions, offering a framework for understanding how material constraints and choices influence human behavior and community stability.

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