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  Woman in Science

  John Augustine Zahm

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  A history of woman's role in science through the ages and the many contributions she has made. (summary by Guero)

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  COPOUT - How governments have...

  Nick Breeze

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  ‘Wry and passionate first-hand observations from the global climate negotiations – essential for capturing the spirit of this endlessly frustrating struggle’ – Bill McKibben 
  Most people tend to turn away, perhaps understandably, from the key existential issue of the day: climate change or, some would say more accurately, climate collapse. Nick Breeze tells the engaging, very human story of successive COP conferences over the past decade: it is a tale of imperfection, failure even, but not yet defeat. 
  So far, the UN process has achieved almost the exact opposite of what it first set out to achieve at the Rio Earth Summit in 1992. Nick shows clearly that it is not Extinction Rebellion, Just Stop Oil nor any other climate protesters who are the extremists; the true extremists are the policymakers who consistently undermine faltering efforts to reduce emissions. Repeatedly claiming to be saving us whilst allowing carbon emissions to continue rising, governments have failed their people on climate. Nick shows us how, why and what we can do about it. 
  The public remains largely uninformed about climate change and, for the most part, those who seek to draw attention to the issue are seen as ‘crazy’. There remains a terrifying gap between scientific reality and political action. 
  Packed with his own experiences and insights from expert interviewees, Nick’s page-turning account is less about the intricacies of the science and more about the mainstream perception of how we are understanding and responding to the problem.

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  The Shaking Woman or A History...

  Siri Hustvedt

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  While speaking at a memorial event in 2006, Siri Hustvedt suffered a violent seizure from the neck down. Despite her flapping arms and shaking legs, she continued to speak clearly and was able to finish her speech. It was as if she had suddenly become two people: a calm orator and a shuddering wreck. Then the seizures happened again and again. The Shaking Woman tracks Hustvedt's search for a diagnosis, one that takes her inside the thought processes of several scientific disciplines, each one of which offers a distinct perspective on her paroxysms but no ready solution. In the process, she finds herself entangled in fundamental questions: What is the relationship between brain and mind? How do we remember? What is the self? 
   
   
   
  During her investigations, Hustvedt joins a discussion group in which neurologists, psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, and brain scientists trade ideas to develop a new field: neuropsychoanalysis. She volunteers as a writing teacher for psychiatric in-patients at the Payne Whitney clinic in New York City and unearths precedents in medical history that illuminate the origins of and shifts in our theories about the mind-body problem. Hustvedt synthesizes her experience and research into a compelling mystery: Who is the shaking woman? In the end, the story she tells becomes, in the words of George Makari, "a brilliant illumination for us all."

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  Coding for Beginners - A...

  Alexander Cane

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  You've probably read the phrase "anyone can learn how to code" many times before you landed this book. 
  While setting goals high is great, realistically speaking, coding isn't the most beginner-friendly skill to learn. 
  In fact, the resources available online usually make learning how to code sound too easy, but you'll soon find out that the book, tutorial or any other guide assumes you already know the basics and have the semblance of coding skills. By the time you figure this out, you're midway through a book you don't understand and just wasted your precious time. 
  This book was written specifically to: 
  Give beginners a road map to follow, after choosing the type of project they want to do 
  Make the content as straightforward as possible for kids, teens and non-tech adults to understand 
  How to Get the Most out of this Book 
  For starters, don't skip between chapters. You might get your light-bulb moment as you read through the first chapter, but make sure you understand all your options before deciding on one particular coding project. 
   

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  Evolutionary Intelligence - How...

  W. Russell Neuman

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  It is natural for us to fear artificial intelligence. But does Siri really want to kill us? Perhaps we are falling into the trap of projecting human traits onto the machines we might build. In Evolutionary Intelligence, Neuman offers a surprisingly positive vision in which computational intelligence compensates for the well-recognized limits of human judgment, improves decision making, and actually increases our agency. Neuman takes the listener on an exciting, fast-paced ride, all the while making a convincing case about a revolution in computationally augmented human intelligence. 
   
   
   
  Neuman argues that, just as the wheel made us mobile and machines made us stronger, the migration of artificial intelligence from room-sized computers to laptops to our watches, smart glasses, and even smart contact lenses will transform day-to-day human decision making. If intelligence is the capacity to match means with ends, then augmented intelligence can offer the ability to adapt to changing environments as we face the ultimate challenge of long-term survival. Tapping into a global interest in technology's potential impacts on society, economics, and culture, Evolutionary Intelligence demonstrates that our future depends on our ability to computationally compensate for the limitations of a human cognitive system that has only recently graduated from hunting and gathering.

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  Useless Sleep Trivia That Will...

  Calmy Heart

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  Are sleepless nights keeping you awake? Say goodbye to tossing and turning with Useless Sleep Trivia That Will Lull You to Sleep Fast! This quirky and delightful audiobook is your ticket to dreamland, packed with the most random, obscure, and utterly useless facts you never knew you needed. From bizarre bedtime stories about ancient sleep rituals to fascinating (and oddly soothing) trivia about yawns, this audiobook is designed to gently distract your racing mind and guide you into a peaceful slumber. 
  Perfect for insomniacs, overthinkers, or anyone who just wants to relax with a smile, these nuggets of useless knowledge are delivered in a calm, soothing voice that’s guaranteed to help you unwind. By the time you hear about the history of sleep masks or why some animals sleep with one eye open, you’ll be drifting off effortlessly. 
  If counting sheep isn’t working, let Useless Sleep Trivia That Will Lull You to Sleep Fast do the hard work for you. It’s fun, it’s relaxing, and most importantly, it works. Turn sleepless nights into restful ones—press play and let the magic happen!

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