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  Hubris - The Rise Fall and...

  Thomas Trappe, Johannes Kruse

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  Humans are the most intelligent beings this planet has ever produced. But how is it that we find ourselves faced with an existential crisis that threatens to overwhelm us? 
   
   
   
  Leading archaeogeneticist Johannes Krause and journalist Thomas Trappe investigate what DNA can tell us about how we got where we are and what our future might be. They show how the first humans were defeated again and again and suffered fatal setbacks, and how Homo sapiens succeeded in conquering continents, overcoming natural borders, and bringing other species under its control. But the genetic blueprint that enabled us to get to the place where we are today had one flaw: it didn't factor in planetary boundaries. Now that we are approaching those boundaries for the first time after millions of years of evolution, an urgent question arises: can we learn to live within the planetary limits, or are we doomed by our DNA to continue to expand, consume, and absorb the resources around us to the point of exhaustion, consigning ourselves and other species to extinction? 
   
   
   
  While the looming climate crisis does not augur well for humanity's capacity to adapt to the new situation in which it finds itself, we are not at the mercy of our DNA—or at least we don't have to be. But can we harness the lessons of the past to survive the present?

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  How To Raise Guinea Pigs - Your...

  HowExpert, Suzanne Abel

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  If you want to learn how to raise guinea pigs by someone who has real life experience in this topic, then get "How To Raise Guinea Pigs". 
  This is an easy guide for those who want to enrich their lives with a guinea pig or two. The guide is written in a question-and-answer format with very simple instructions, suitable for both children and adults. 
   Step-by-Step Instructions on How to Raise Guinea Pigs 
  - The different guinea pig breeds and how they are classified 
  - Description of guinea pig behaviors and what they mean 
  - What to look for when you buy a guinea pig 
  - Daily care for your guinea pig 
  - The guinea pig's diet 
  - How to set up and maintain a cage for your guinea pig(s) 
  - Socialization with your guinea pig 
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  Fowl Play - A History of the...

  Sally Coulthard

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  Sally Coulthard tells the fascinating – and sometimes shocking – story of the domestic chicken. 
  The chicken can fly only a few metres but – somehow – this unlikely evolutionary descendant of Tyrannosaurus Rex has conquered the world. Earth is now home to more than twenty billion chickens, at least ten times more than any other bird. For every human on the planet, there are three chickens. In Fowl Play, Sally Coulthard charts the chicken's fascinating journey from dinosaur to domestication to exploitation, exploring every aspect of the history of Gallus gallus domesticus: its importance to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans as food source and fighting bird; its symbolic roles in religion and folklore and metaphorical function in the language we use; its homely place as egg-providing companion on farms, smallholdings and in suburban back gardens; and its darker modern-day fate as battery bird raised to satisfy society's unquenchable addiction to wings and nuggets. Of all animals, chickens perhaps best represent the contradictory way we humans treat other species; both beloved pet and cheap commodity, symbol of a sustainable good life and brutalised object of factory farming. The chicken is also a bird we feel deeply familiar with and yet know very little about. As informative as it is entertaining, Fowl Play tells a remarkable tale of evolutionary change, epic global travel and ruthless exploitation – as well as of companionship, ingenuity and the folly of human nature.

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  Natural Disasters and...

  Virversity Online Courses

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  Natural Disasters and Preparedness is a comprehensive course designed to provide students with a deep understanding of natural disasters and practical strategies for effective preparedness. Learners will gain essential knowledge to assess risks, plan responses, and help build resilient communities that enhance personal and public safety.The course covers the scientific causes and types of natural disasters, including earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. It explores Earth's structure, atmospheric conditions, and climate influences, while linking the increasing frequency of disasters to climate change. Students will learn to assess risks and identify vulnerable areas through hazard mapping, develop and implement disaster preparedness plans, and apply mitigation strategies to reduce impacts.Key topics include community resilience, emergency management fundamentals, and the use of technology for disaster monitoring and early warning systems. Real-world case studies provide insight into past disasters and best practices, while psychological impacts and mental health support are also addressed. The curriculum concludes with an exploration of future trends, innovations, and international cooperation in disaster mitigation.By completing this course, students will acquire critical scientific knowledge, strategic planning skills, and practical tools to respond effectively to natural disasters, support community safety, and reduce vulnerabilities in both personal and professional contexts.

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  Sorry For Your Loss

  Kate Marshall, Linda Watson-Brown

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  Following Kate Marshall’s first year in the mortuary at a north of England NHS hospital, with each month exploring the people she meets, in life and death, as well as her own growing awareness of life behind the veil. Meet Mr X Found in his apartment months after his death, Mr X has no relatives that can be traced. He is the longest-serving resident of the mortuary, having been there for almost a year while the search for his elusive family continues. The staff talk to him like an old friend, but Mr X is disintegrating and a decision has to be made soon.  Her baby girl has been lost in the 15th week of pregnancy, Mary’s last chance to have a child. Mary won’t allow Abigail to leave the mortuary until she has finished reading a book to her. She visits twice each day, sitting with her baby, reading to her, speaking to no one, until she finally opens up to Kate.  A loving husband and father who has died suddenly of a heart attack. Joe is visited by his wife, his children – and his mistress. On the day that all his worlds collide, Kate witnesses how death can finally reveal the truth of years of lies.  
  Sorry for Your Loss is haunting, uplifting and informative, with many moments of laughter, and shows us that the way we approach death can make life all the more precious.

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  Domain-specific LLMs RAG AI &...

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  Unlock the full potential of language models with Domain-specific LLMs, RAG AI & Prompt Engineering! This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to build custom Language Models, Retrieval Augmented Generative AI, and fine-tune prompt engineering. Learn how to tailor your models to specific domains, improve their performance with retrieval augmentation, and create effective prompts for maximum generation accuracy. With practical examples and exercises throughout the book, you'll be able to apply these techniques to real-world applications. Whether you're a seasoned AI developer or just starting out, this guide is essential for anyone looking to push the boundaries of language modeling. Get ready to take your language models to the next level!

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