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Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of the Dark - Hardcover

$28.80

by Leigh Ann Henion (Author)From a New York Times bestselling nature writer comes a celebration of what goes on outside in the dark, from blooming moon gardens to nocturnal salamanders, from glowing foxfire and synchronous fireflies that blink in unison like an orchestra of light. In this glorious celebration of the night, New York Times bestselling nature writer Leigh Ann Henion invites us to leave our well-lit homes, step outside, and embrace the dark as a profoundly beautiful part of the...

War Gardening And Home Storage Of Vegetables - Paperback

$17.86

by National War Garden Commission (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough t...

Cryptids: The Fascinating World of Unknown Creatures (A Deep Dive Into the Cryptids, Folklore, and Hidden Stories From Coast) - Paperback

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by James Bell (Author)This book takes you into the mysterious woods of Oregon, where the line between the real and the supernatural is fuzzy. Find the elusive Sasquatch, who is said to live in the thick forests, meet the mysterious Colossal Claude in the deep seas, and learn the scary stories of the roams the high deserts. This book tells about strange creatures that people have seen and heard, and it also talks about their cultural importance. Each part paints a vivid picture of the supernat...

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by Paul-Henri Nargeolet (Author), Laura Haydon (Translator)September 1, 1985. The RMS Titanic, which has been missing since April 15, 1912, is found in the North Atlantic where it lies at a depth of 3,821 metres.Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a commander in the French Navy, directed underwater research of part of many expeditions to the wreck, from 1987 until his untimely death in 2023.With hundreds of hours of diving to the liner and more than five thousand objects brought to the surface, including b...

Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures - Hardcover

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by Merlin Sheldrake (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A "brilliant [and] entrancing" (The Guardian) journey into the hidden lives of fungi--the great connectors of the living world--and their astonishing and intimate roles in human life, with the power to heal our bodies, expand our minds, and help us address our most urgent environmental problems. "Grand and dizzying in how thoroughly it recalibrates our understanding of the natural world."--Ed Yong, author of An Immense World ONE OF THE B...

The Story of More: How We Got to Climate Change and Where to Go from Here - Paperback

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by Hope Jahren (Author)The essential pocket primer on climate change that will leave an indelible impact on everyone who reads it. "Hope Jahren asks the central question of our time: how can we learn to live on a finite planet?" (Elizabeth Kolbert, author of The Sixth Extinction). "Hope Jahren is the voice that science has been waiting for." --Nature Hope Jahren is an award-winning scientist, a brilliant writer, a passionate teacher, and one of the seven billion people with whom we share thi...

The Exhausted of the Earth: Politics in a Burning World - Paperback

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by Ajay Singh Chaudhary (Author)Climate change is not only about the exhaustion of the planet, it's about the exhaustion of so many of us, our lives, our worlds, even our minds. So, what is to be done? To answer this question, Ajay Singh Chaudhary brings together both the science and the politics of climate change. He shows how a new politics particular to the climate catastrophe demands a bitter struggle between those attached to the power, wealth, and security of "business-as-usual" and all...

Feedback: How to Destroy or Save the World - Paperback

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by P?ter ?rdi (Author)The book offers an exciting, non-technical intellectual journey around applying feedback control to emerging and managing local and global crises, thus keeping the world on a sustainable trajectory. There is a narrow border between destruction and prosperity: to ensure reasonable growth but avoid existential risk, we must find the fine-tuned balance between positive and negative feedback. This book addresses readers belonging to various generations, such as: young people...

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by Nikola Tesla (Author)Nikola Tesla dreamed of a wireless future. In this volume we have collected thirteen of his essays having to do with wireless. These include the "True Wireless " "Tesla's Wireless Light " "The Transmission of Electrical Energy Without Wires " "The Future of the Wireless Art " "Nikola Tesla Sees A Wireless Vision " and many others. Nikola Tesla has been called the most important man of the 20th Century. Without Tesla's ground-breaking work we'd all be sitting in the dar...

Soil Organisms: Deciphering the Life Beneath Our Feet - Paperback

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by Moonisa Aslam Dervash (Author), Abrar Yousuf (Author), Mohammad Amin Bhat (Author)Back JacketSoil biota is an important and fundamental part of terrestrial ecology. The soil organisms include all those life forms which pass significant proportion of their life within a soil profile. The range of organisms may vary from microscopic entities to a macro level organisms. These organisms are the hidden beauties which take up the task of food chain regulation, organic matter decomposition, and n...

Professional Publications of an Ol' Psychology Professor - Paperback

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by Mark W. Durm (Author)This book is not like most books. Whereas, most books will quote research to prove or disprove a point, this book offers you the actual research.In the peer-reviewed section, you have the actual research study that asks, "Is the Belief in a Just World Rational?"; a study about the relationship between "Children of Divorce and its Effect on their Self Esteem"; one about "Relation of Self-acceptance and Acceptance of Others"; another about the moon "Lunar Phase and Actin...

Green Energy Solutions: A Guide to Practical Strategies for Implementing Renewable Energy Technologies in Your Home and Energy Storage - Paperback

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by Lewis Finan (Author)Transform Your Home with Green Energy Solutions Are you tired of high electricity bills and the environmental impact of traditional energy sources? Discover practical solutions to implement renewable energy technologies right in your home with "Green Energy Solutions." This comprehensive guide addresses common concerns such as affordability, reliability, and ease of integration, making green energy accessible to everyone. About This Book: Learn step-by-step strategies ...

Urban Artificial Intelligence: A Guidebook for Understanding Perceptions and Ethics - Paperback

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by Tan Yigitcanlar (Author)This volume thoroughly explores the perceptions and ethical considerations surrounding urban artificial intelligence (AI). Tan Yigitcanlar delves into the complex public and professional views on AI, offering invaluable insights for policymakers, urban planners, and developers.As the world rapidly advances technologically, the role of AI has become increasingly significant. AI's transformative power spans various sectors, revolutionising how we operate and innovate ...

Novel Insights in Horse Breeding and Genetics - Hardcover

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by Isabel Cervantes (Guest Editor), Mar?a Dolores G?mez Ortiz (Guest Editor)The aim of this Special Issue is to provide readers and researchers with the latest insights into horse breeding and genetics, combining scientific research with practical applications in biological sciences. With 12 distinguished manuscripts of high scientific caliber, addressing a range of topics from welfare to genomics investigations, this reprint explores various facets of equine genetics and genomics. It offers ...

Lessons from Follow the Science: Insights And Reflection For Implementing Sharyl Attkison Principles - Paperback

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by Andrey Matts (Author)Follow the Science: How Big Pharma Misleads, Obscures, and Prevails equips you with the insights needed to uncover the hidden truths behind the pharmaceutical industry's practices. Learn how to: Recognize the pervasive influence of Big Pharma on healthcare, media, and government. Identify the conflicts of interest and misinformation that compromise medical education and patient care. Challenge the unethical behaviors and policies that prioritize profits over public he...

UFOs Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to Spotting And Understanding the Unknown - Paperback

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by Craig Danae (Author)"UFOs Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to Spotting and Understanding the Unknown" by Craig Danae, published by Revitalized Occult and Strange under Bald and Bonkers Network LLC, is an essential resource for anyone new to the world of UFO research. Danae, a seasoned expert in the field, provides a clear and accessible introduction to identifying and documenting UFO sightings. The book covers fundamental techniques for beginners, including how to distinguish between genuin...

Advanced Applications of Dopamine Detox: Expanding Your Toolkit with Cutting-Edge Strategies - Paperback

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by Ajna Serenity (Arranged by), Evelyn Sawyer (Author)Are distractions sabotaging your productivity? Ever wondered how much more you could achieve if you could just harness your focus?"Advanced Applications of Dopamine Detox: Fine-Tuning Focus and Productivity" by Dr. Evelyn Sawyer is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to expand their toolkit with cutting-edge, science-backed strategies for mental clarity. This book delves deeply into the psychology of productivity, offering a structured a...

Peak Performance: Leveraging Dopamine Detox for Professional and Personal Growth - Paperback

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by Ajna Serenity (Arranged by), Olivia Everett (Author)Do you feel overwhelmed by constant distractions, struggling to maintain focus in a world of endless interruptions? Are you ready to unlock your full potential and achieve unparalleled productivity in both your personal and professional life?In *Peak Performance: Strategies for Optimal Focus and Efficiency*, Olivia Everett provides a transformative guide to mastering focus and reclaiming control over your time and energy. This book combin...

Scientific Thought and Research Methodology: Concepts, Principles, Philosophy of Science, and Ontological Dimension - Hardcover

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by Aydin Beraha (Author)This book presents an easy introduction for undergraduate students, graduate students, research assistants, and researchers new to the profession. It is very important to come to a state of scientific mind who are interested in both social and natural sciences. This book provides fertile content, including ontological, cognitive, technic, logical, philosophical, and ethical dimensions of making science. It presents the roles of science, such as classification along wit...

Improving laboratory animal welfare: A critical evaluation of literature search strategies used in systematic reviews of animal studies - Paperback

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by Nieky L. J. N. Van Veggel Msc (Author)Systematic reviews of animal experiments (SR of AE) have a great potential to improve laboratory animal welfare. However, at the moment they are not commonly used in laboratory animal science, even though they are generally regarded by professionals in the field of evidence-based medicine as the highest level of medical evidence, and they are already standard practice for clinical studies. Systematic reviews of animal experiments allow others to replic...

Medical Anthropology in the Late Middle Ages: Pietro d'Abano on Body, Soul, and the Virtues - Hardcover

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by Matthew Klemm (Author)This book considers the introduction of materialist and physiological reasoning into late medieval discourse on the soul in the work of Peter of Abano (d.1316); in this, it adds a vital component to our understanding of this important period in the history of medicine and of the philosophy of human nature. Peter was an influential physician and philosopher whose activities spanned from Paris to Padua to Constantinople, where he played a vital role in the appropriation...

Integrated Review Guide for The Power of Mathematics - Hardcover

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by Patrick B. Pirilla (Author)Algebra is the language of problem solving. The notations and conventions used in algebra developed because they gave mathematicians the power to discuss more and more complicated situations in the world. This textbook serves as a companion to The Power of Mathematics: A Survey of Problem-Solving Strategies. Following both books, you will be introduced to algebra topics here just before they become useful there. If it has been a while since you have thought about...

Dollars Want Me, the new Road to Opulence: A Soul Culture Lesson - Paperback

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by Henry Harrison Brown (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved...

Cybernetic Capitalism: A Critical Theory of the Incommunicable - Hardcover

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by Jan Overwijk (Author)A Conceptual Interrogation of Capital in a Cybernetic Environment Cybernetic Capitalism presents a groundbreaking synthesis of Niklas Luhmann's systems theory and critical theory. Overwijk examines how neoliberal capitalism now thrives on the management of incommunicability rather than the pursuit of total communicability, harnessing ecological complexity as its driving force. Contrary to earlier critiques that highlighted capitalism's push to render all social life f...

Science Societies: Resources for Life in a Technoscientific World - Paperback

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by Sarah R. Davies (Author)What role do science and technology play in society? What is the nature of expert knowledge? What is science's relation to democracy? This introduction to science, technology, and society answers these questions, and more, by exploring contemporary research on topics such as expertise, activism, science policy, and innovation. It offers a comprehensive resource for considering the place that science and technology have in contemporary societies, and the roles that t...

New Hollywood and Countercultural Whiteness: Affective Affinities and the Politics of Male Expressivity - Hardcover

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by Till Kadritzke (Author)In the late 1960s, the white counterculture enters the screens with Bonnie and Clyde and Easy Rider; in 1976, a backlash seems to have taken place with white male protagonists such as Travis Bickle, Howard Beale, and Rocky Balboa being surrounded by non-white and female others. But these films cannot be neatly identified as left-wing or right-wing, liberal or conservative; in their politics of affect, they rather express important affinities. This study proposes the...

People the Planet Needs Now: Voices for Justice, Science, and a Future of Promise - Hardcover

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by Dudley Edmondson (Author), Shelton Johnson (Foreword by)Find inspiration to affect global change with stories and perspectives from people the planet needs now: 25 Black and Brown scientists and activists.From climate change and industrial waste to social injustice and poverty, the challenges that our world faces are daunting. To make matters worse, many people are turning away from scientific fact in favor of their own beliefs and biases. Yet there is reason for hope. Heroes among us are ...

Werner's Nomenclature of Colours: Adapted to Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Mineralogy, Anatomy, and the Arts - Hardcover

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by Patrick Syme (Author)Read & Co. presents this new edition of Werner's Nomenclature of Colours. First published in 1814, this small volume comprises a collection of 110 swatches displaying nature's colour palette together with their poetical descriptions. In the 18th century, German geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner set out to establish a standard reference guide to colour for use in the general sciences. Scottish flower painter Patrick Syme later enhanced and extended Werner's work to i...

Spiders of the World: A Natural History - Hardcover

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by Norman I. Platnick (Author), Rudy Jocqué (Contribution by), Gustavo Hormiga (Contribution by)A stunningly illustrated natural history of spiders Spiders are among the most versatile creatures on the planet, inhabiting six of the seven continents and thriving in environments ranging from deserts and rain forests to Arctic tundra and cities. Spiders of the World is a captivating look at these wondrously adaptable and endlessly intriguing arachnids, written by six of the world's leading exper...

The Possibility of Life: Science, Imagination, and Our Quest for Kinship in the Cosmos - Hardcover

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by Jaime Green (Author)*An NPR Science Friday Book Club Pick**A "Next Big Idea Book Club" Must Read**A Gizmodo New Release Pick for April**A BookRiot Science Book to Add to Your TBR**A Wired Book to Read for Spring**A TODAY Show Summer Book**A Washington Post Book to Read This Summer**One of the Chicago Tribune's 52 Books for Summer 2023*"A dazzling feat of imagination and synthesis."--Ed Yong, Pulitzer Prize winner and author of An Immense WorldA spellbinding exploration of alien life and t...

The Great Quake: How the Biggest Earthquake in North America Changed Our Understanding of the Planet - Paperback

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by Henry Fountain (Author)New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice - A riveting narrative about the biggest earthquake in North American recorded history--the 1964 Alaska earthquake that demolished the city of Valdez and swept away the island village of Chenega--and the geologist who hunted for clues to explain how and why it took place. At 5:36 p.m. on March 27, 1964, a magnitude 9.2. earthquake--the second most powerful in world history--struck the young state of Alaska. The violent shak...

Free Agents: How Evolution Gave Us Free Will - Hardcover

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by Kevin J. Mitchell (Author)An evolutionary case for the existence of free will Scientists are learning more and more about how brain activity controls behavior and how neural circuits weigh alternatives and initiate actions. As we probe ever deeper into the mechanics of decision making, many conclude that agency--or free will--is an illusion. In Free Agents, leading neuroscientist Kevin Mitchell presents a wealth of evidence to the contrary, arguing that we are not mere machines responding ...