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  Medieval Society and Culture -...

  Harris Ropes

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  This comprehensive volume brings together five essential topics—Feudalism, Knights and Chivalry, Medieval Education, Medieval Monasticism, and Medieval Medicine—offering a vivid and informative picture of the world between the 5th and 15th centuries. 
  Feudalism unpacks the political and economic system that defined medieval Europe, where land ownership, vassalage, and loyalty structured society and dictated power dynamics. This section reveals how feudal ties affected governance, warfare, and daily life for peasants and nobles alike. 
  Knights and Chivalry delves into the romanticized but complex world of the knight—examining the code of chivalry, the ideals of honor and loyalty, and the brutal realities of medieval warfare and training. It also explores the cultural and symbolic roles knights played in literature and legend. 
  Medieval Education traces the development of learning during the Middle Ages, from cathedral schools to the birth of universities. It examines how knowledge was preserved, transmitted, and expanded by scholars, monks, and philosophers amid religious and political shifts. 
  Medieval Monasticism explores the role of monasteries as spiritual havens and centers of literacy, medicine, and agricultural innovation. Monastic life shaped religious thought, preserved classical texts, and influenced social and economic development across Europe. 
  Medieval Medicine reveals how health and healing were understood in a time when science was interwoven with religion and superstition. This section covers medical practices, key figures, and the influence of classical and Islamic knowledge on medieval health care. 
  Together, these five studies provide a rich understanding of the social fabric and cultural evolution of the medieval world, uncovering the foundations that would influence Europe for centuries.

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  Drones - What Everyone Needs to...

  Sarah E. Kreps, James Patton Rogers

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  The second edition of Drones: What Everyone Needs to Know® provides a comprehensive and updated look at the rapidly evolving world of drones, otherwise known as unmanned or uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs). Covering the past, present, and future of military and civilian applications, this book explores how drones have transformed—and are transforming—industries and warfare. It delves into the ethical, legal, and safety concerns raised by their widespread use, examining issues from privacy violations to international security.While the US has historically been a dominant force in drone development, this fully updated volume addresses the global proliferation of drones. They quickly became one of the most effective weapons in the Russia-Ukraine War, and states like China, Iran, and Turkey are now supplying drones to states and violent non-state actors around the world. Drones also expands beyond the air to cover ground and maritime drones, and projects the future of drone technology across multiple domains with a focus on autonomous vehicles and lethal autonomous weapons. A must-listen for anyone seeking a well-rounded understanding of this pivotal technology, Drones: What Everyone Needs to Know® provides crucial insights into how UAVs are reshaping modern warfare, domestic security, and civilian life.

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  Literary Theory for Robots - How...

  Dennis Yi Tenen

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  Literary Theory for Robots reveals the hidden history of modern machine intelligence, taking listeners on a spellbinding journey from medieval Arabic philosophy to visions of a universal language, past Hollywood fiction factories, and missile defense systems trained on Russian folktales. In this provocative reflection on the shared pasts of literature and computer science, former Microsoft engineer and professor of comparative literature Dennis Yi Tenen provides crucial context for recent developments in AI, which holds important lessons for the future of humans living with smart technology. 
   
   
   
  Intelligence expressed through technology should not be mistaken for a magical genie, capable of self-directed thought or action. Rather, in highly original and effervescent prose with a generous dose of wit, Yi Tenen asks us to read past the artifice—to better perceive the mechanics of collaborative work. Something as simple as a spell-checker or a grammar-correction tool, embedded in every word-processor, represents the culmination of a shared human effort, spanning centuries. 
   
   
   
  With its masterful blend of history, technology, and philosophy, Yi Tenen's work ultimately urges us to view AI as a matter of labor history, celebrating the long-standing cooperation between authors and engineers.

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  Raided by the Roman Soldiers...

  Archer Vale

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  I have a secret—something that’s consuming my life. 
  Strength…it’s what matters most in the military. If you’re skinny and weak like me, then you need allies. You need to prove your worth. 
  You go into the woods with more powerful men. 
  You open your mouth and thank them while they use you. 
  Then you go back to camp and cook their food. You make their beds. You fall to your knees and beg to do it all again tomorrow. 
  That’s how life is for boys like us. We’re born to be controlled. 
  It’s natural. 
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  The Republic

  Plato

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  What is justice—and who should rule?
  In this timeless philosophical dialogue, Plato explores the nature of justice, the structure of an ideal society, and the responsibilities of leadership. Through Socrates' probing conversations, readers confront enduring questions about morality, education, freedom, and truth—culminating in the famous Allegory of the Cave, one of the most powerful metaphors in all of philosophy.
  
  Hailed as "the cornerstone of Western political thought," The Republic has shaped ideas about government, ethics, and human nature for over two thousand years. Its arguments remain provocative, challenging readers to rethink power, virtue, and the pursuit of the good life.
  
  If you seek clarity on society's deepest questions and ideas that still define our world, this essential classic is indispensable.
  
  Open the book—and enter the dialogue that still governs how we think about justice and truth.

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  The Millennial Methuselah -...

  John Harpoon

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  The story of the woman destined for a millennium begins in an unassuming town, far removed from the glare of the modern world. Born in an era where tradition met the dawn of technological innovation, her arrival into the world was marked by a profound sense of wonder. Family and friends often recalled the unusual calmness that surrounded her birth, as if the universe had whispered its secrets into her soul. 
  From a young age, it was evident she was no ordinary child. While other infants stumbled through their milestones, she seemed to glide through them with ease. Her uncanny intelligence and serenity often left those around her in awe. Stories emerged of her ability to comprehend complex ideas long before she could even articulate them fully. Her parents, though proud, were often perplexed by the depth of her curiosity and the unusual insights she shared about life and time. 
  As she grew older, this sense of otherworldliness only deepened. Teachers noted her extraordinary memory and ability to absorb knowledge as if it were second nature. Yet, it wasn’t just her intellect that set her apart. She exhibited an almost preternatural physical vitality. Cuts healed faster, illnesses seemed to bypass her, and her energy rarely wavered, even during grueling tasks. What some dismissed as good fortune or strong genetics was, in truth, the first sign of something extraordinary—something that would come to define her life.

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