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  Salt Lakes - An Unnatural History

  Caroline Tracey

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  More than a hundred salt lakes dot Earth's surface, most of them hidden away in remote desert valleys. But today nearly all of them are at risk of drying up. Their death is a harbinger of rising sea levels, life-threatening dust storms, and environmental collapse. 
   
  Writer and geographer Caroline Tracey didn't know this when she began crossing paths with salt lakes during her early twenties. From the Great Salt Lake to the Aral Sea, across the American West and around the world, the unusual beauty of these shimmering, uncanny bodies of water captured her imagination. In Salt Lakes, Tracey travels across four continents to seek out and describe these extraordinary vanishing lakes and the people dedicated to saving them. 
   
  Running parallel to Tracey's environmental journey is an intimate, human one: her story of finding queer love and building a home in a world fast being remade by ecological crises. By the end of Salt Lakes, she shows us how seeing the environment through a queer lens could help save our water system. 
   
  An exquisite blend of travel writing, memoir, and reportage, Salt Lakes is an inspiring call to fight for all that is fragile in our lives.

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  Java and Data Structures - Code...

  Anthony Carter

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  For every learner of Java programming and basic data structures, this book is a useful and comprehensive manual to tap into. Both freshers and those who have some coding experience can rely on its methodical structure "Java and Data Structures: Code Your Future: A Comprehensive Exploration of Java Programming."  
  The starting point is the most basic syntax of Java, the programming concept that forms the basis of an understanding. After that, the book introduces OOP, mastering such important topics as polymorphism, inheritance, encapsulation, classes, and objects. 
  Mastering one's proficiency in every concept is done through activities and examples so that readers will easily remember and be able to apply the things learned. In the course of the journey, readers learn more complex subjects such as generics, lambda expressions, Java's Collections Framework, and the very powerful Stream API-all of which make data processing more effective and efficient. 
  The book proceeds further into important data structures that equip learners with skills needed to conquer tough programming problems. These include arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, and hash tables. Focusing on real applications, "Java and Data Structures" challenges the reader to use real-world applications that support each subject. 
  By the end of this book, readers should have learned how to develop scalable, effective Java code and understand the reasoning behind data manipulation and management. Students, potential developers, and experts can all use this book since it takes an integrated approach on how to be a competent and confident Java programmer.

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  Find More Birds - 111 Surprising...

  Heather Wolf

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  A trove of 111 ingenious tips for seeing more birds wherever you are—from crowd favorites (hummingbirds, owls, eagles) to species you've never spotted before 
   
   
   
  Seeing more birds than you ever imagined and witnessing exciting avian drama is possible—whether you're on the go or in your own neighborhood, local park, or backyard. As Heather Wolf explains, it all comes down to how you tune in to the show happening around you, the one in which birds—highly skilled at staying under the radar—are the stars. In Find More Birds, Heather shares her very best tactics. 
   
   
   
  ● Look for birds at their favorite "restaurants"—from leaf litter to berry bushes, and ball fields to small patches of mud. 
   
   
   
  ● Watch for "tree bark" that moves . . . you may find it has feathers. 
   
   
   
  ● Try simply sitting on the ground for a revealing new perspective. 
   
   
   
  Plus, special tips point the way to crowd favorites such as hummingbirds, owls, and eagles—and can't-miss bird behaviors. As your senses sharpen and "noticing" becomes second nature, Find More Birds will turn your daily routines into bird-finding adventures. Whether you're strolling down the block or parking your car, you never know what will surprise you next!

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  Sustainable Urban Development -...

  Lyric Vale

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  Sustainability in urban contexts represents a pivotal concept in addressing the challenges posed by rapid urbanization and environmental degradation. As cities grow exponentially, they have become both the epicenters of human activity and the focal points of environmental stress. Defining sustainability in the urban realm requires a holistic understanding of how economic, social, and environmental systems can coexist harmoniously within densely populated areas. The essence of sustainable urban development lies in creating cities that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to thrive. 
  Urban sustainability emphasizes the importance of balancing growth and development with environmental stewardship. This involves minimizing the negative impacts of urbanization, such as pollution, resource depletion, and biodiversity loss, while enhancing the quality of life for residents. Sustainable cities are designed to be inclusive, equitable, and resilient, promoting social cohesion and economic vitality alongside ecological preservation. Key principles include efficient resource management, integration of renewable energy, sustainable transportation systems, and the adoption of green infrastructure. 
  Central to this concept is the recognition that cities are complex, interdependent systems. Housing, transportation, energy, water, and waste management are all interconnected elements that must be addressed cohesively to achieve sustainability. For example, designing energy-efficient buildings can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but such efforts must be complemented by policies that encourage renewable energy adoption and sustainable urban planning. Similarly, enhancing public transportation systems can alleviate traffic congestion and reduce emissions while improving accessibility for marginalized communities.

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  Seniors and Epilepsy

  Edmonton Epilepsy Association

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  Whether you are a senior who has lived with epilepsy for many years or a newly diagnosed senior, you may have questions regarding the condition and how it may affect you. This booklet is designed to address some of the issues regarding seniors and epilepsy and to offer helpful tips. Most epilepsy associations have useful resource materials as well as a staff committed to answering your questions and providing information. Associations may also be able to connect you with self-help and support groups, and with trained professionals. Learning about epilepsy and sharing that information with others, finding the medical treatment best for you, using your network of family and friends who support and care about you, and pursuing what matters in your life, are all important steps.

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  Sleep hypnosis to overcome a...

  Stuart Newman

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  Do you struggle with a fear of failure?  
  If so, then it’s time to try sleep hypnosis with Stu Newman.  
  Sleep hypnosis is an incredibly powerful tool that can help you overcome your fear of failure and unlock the potential within yourself.  
  With this method, Stu Newman will guide you through a deep relaxation exercise while providing positive affirmations that will reprogram your subconscious mind and create new neural pathways in order to reduce anxiety and stress associated with failing or making mistakes.  
  This technique has been proven effective for many people who have used it to break free from their fears and achieve success in life.  
  Give DST Hypno a try today – there’s no reason why it won’t work for you too!

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