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  Marx for Cats - A Radical Bestiary

  Leigh Claire La Berge

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  At the outset of Marx for Cats, Leigh Claire La Berge declares that "all history is the history of cat struggle." Revising the medieval bestiary form to meet Marxist critique, La Berge follows feline footprints through Western economic history to reveal an animality at the heart of Marxism. She draws on a twelve-hundred-year arc spanning capitalism's feudal prehistory, its colonialist and imperialist ages, the bourgeois revolutions that supported capitalism, and the communist revolutions that opposed it to outline how cats have long been understood as creatures of economic critique and liberatory possibility. By attending to the repeated archival appearance of lions, tigers, wildcats, and "sabo-tabbies," La Berge argues that felines are central to how Marxists have imagined the economy, and by asking what humans and animals owe each other in a moment of ecological crisis, La Berge joins current debates about the need for and possibility of eco-socialism. In this playful and radical bestiary, La Berge demonstrates that class struggle is ultimately an interspecies collaboration.

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  Networking and Cybersecurity For...

  Daniel Greene

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  Networking and Cybersecurity: Strategies, Tools, and Tips for the Digital Age dives deep into the essential realms of digital networking and the critical field of cybersecurity, offering readers a comprehensive guide through the complex, ever-evolving landscape of our connected world. This book is meticulously crafted to bridge gaps in understanding, providing a foundational knowledge base for beginners while offering advanced insights for seasoned professionals in the IT and cybersecurity domains. 
  The journey begins with an exploration of the digital age, tracing the evolution of networking and cybersecurity and their pivotal roles in shaping our modern world. Readers are then guided through the fundamentals of networking, including network types, topologies, protocols, and the intricacies of IP addressing and subnetting. The narrative seamlessly transitions into the domain of cybersecurity, unpacking the principles of protecting data integrity, confidentiality, and availability against an ever-growing threat landscape. 
  A distinctive feature of this book is its holistic approach, intertwining networking and cybersecurity concepts to reflect their real-world interdependence. It offers an in-depth look at network security measures, from firewalls and intrusion detection systems to sophisticated endpoint protection strategies. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are examined for their profound impacts on networking and cybersecurity practices. 
  This book is your gateway to mastering the critical disciplines of networking and cybersecurity. Join us in exploring the foundations and future directions of these indispensable fields, and arm yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the digital age. 
   

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  Astrophysicist Carl Sagan...

  Carl Sagan

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  Carl Edward Sagan (November 9, 1934 - December 20, 1996), born in Brooklyn, NY, was an American astronomer and astrophysicist. His best-known scientific contribution was his research on the possibility of extraterrestrial life, including experimental demonstration of the production of amino acids from basic chemicals by exposure to light. He assembled the first physical messages sent into space, the Pioneer plaque and the Voyager Golden Record, which were universal messages that could potentially be understood by any extraterrestrial intelligence that might find them. The following is a lecture Sagan gave in 1977 during which he discussed life on earth and other planets.

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  Breaking Through Bytes - Women...

  Kelly Vero

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  Breaking Through Bytes celebrates the indomitable spirit of women who redefined technology. The book provides vivid portraits of eighteen female pioneers who cracked the digital code, women who dared to question, create and conquer, describing the evolution of technology through an inspiring lens. 
   
  The book spans millennia, tracing the impact of trailblazing women in technology. In early chapters, meet historical figures from the first century to the early 1800s, whose contributions laid the groundwork for today's advancements. Dive into stories of mixed digital artist Thea Baumann, actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr, and pioneering programmer Betty Snyder alongside virtual reality specialist Claire Blackshaw. Discover modern innovators like Kayleigh Oliver, a woman of color waving the flag for programming all whilst balancing motherhood and tech, and Rocio Evenett, a fashion technologist revolutionizing the supply chain. 
   
  Breaking Through Bytes uniquely explores women's contributions to STEM and digital technologies, focusing on underrepresented innovators across the centuries. It blends detailed technical achievements with personal stories to inspire readers interested in the history of technology, gender diversity, and modern digital innovations.

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  Eat Drink & Be Merry - America's...

  M.D. Dean Edell

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  ""Help me, Dr. Dean! I want to be healthy, but I just don't know where to turn for advice."" 
  No wonder. How often have you felt whipsawed by the experts, confused by conflicting advice, or torn with guilt over what you eat, drink, think? Prepare yourself for a shock: You can relax, enjoy life, and still be healthy. 
  Renowned for candid straight talk on radio and television, Dr. Dean Edell applies his unique common-sense perspective to America's growing obsession with health. Frank and iconoclastic, Dr. Edell walks readers through a lifetime of experience from deep inside the twin worlds of media and medicine. As one of the first media doctors, he knows better than anyone the dangers of distorted medical reporting. With colorful detail, he shows how medical consumers are made neurotic at a time when people are healthier than ever before. Dr. Edell sorts through the morass of research, distinguishing fact from panic-inducing fiction. With trademark humor, grace, and style, he shares with us the essential reassuring facts about our health: you can be fatter than you think; too much exercise might kill you; and yes, sex will add years to your life!

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  Experience on Demand - What...

  Jeremy Bailenson

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  An in-depth look at virtual reality and how it can be harnessed to improve our everyday lives 
  Virtual reality is able to effectively blur the line between reality and illusion, pushing the limits of our imagination and granting us access to any experience imaginable. With well-crafted simulations, these experiences, which are so immersive that the brain believes they’re real, are already widely available with a VR headset and will only become more accessible and commonplace. But how does this new medium affect its users, and does it have a future beyond fantasy and escapism? 
  In Experience on Demand, Jeremy Bailenson draws on two decades spent researching the psychological effects of VR and other mass media to help listeners understand this powerful new tool. He offers expert guidelines for interacting with VR and describes the profound ways this technology can be put to use―not to distance ourselves from reality, but to enrich our lives and influence us to treat others, the environment, and even ourselves better. In the world of VR, a football quarterback plays a game against a competing team hundreds of times before even stepping onto the field; members of the United Nations embody a young girl in a refugee camp going through her day-to-day life; and veterans once again walk through the streets where they had experienced trauma. 
  There are dangers and many unknowns in using VR, but it also can help us hone our performance, recover from trauma, improve our learning and communication abilities, and enhance our empathic and imaginative capacities. Like any new technology, its most incredible uses might be waiting just around the corner. Experience on Demand is the definitive look at the risks and potential of VR―a must-listen for navigating both the virtual and the physical worlds ahead.

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