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  Senedd

  Trevor Fishlock

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  This is the story of an astonishing transformation as Wales entered the twenty-first century embracing a new democratic direction. The Senedd, designed by architect Richard Rogers, rose as the country’s distinctive ultramodern forum, the expression of the people’s voices and diversity.  
   
  Senedd documents the rise of Cardiff as a city and place of government through to the concepts, challenges and final acheivements of the Senedd building itself, superbly photographed by Andrew Molyneux.  
   
  Trevor Fishlock’s rigorously researched account provides an extensive background, highlighting not only the unique design of the building and the process of its completion but also the even greater significance of what it continues to represent for Wales. The book also includes a conversation conducted by Fishlock with the late architect Richard Rogers and firm partner Ivan Harbour on their vision for the project and its execution.

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  The Fisherman's Ocean - How...

  David A Ross

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  This volume “clearly explains how marine science can help saltwater anglers catch more and bigger fish . . . comprehensive yet accessible” (Booklist). Here at last, in layman’s terms, is a fisherman's guide to the habitat and behavior of saltwater fish. The author, an oceanographer and avid fly fisherman, explains the marine environment and the factors that affect where game fish congregate—everything from how they move with tides and currents to what they see, smell, taste, and hear.   The copiously illustrated text covers inshore and offshore habitat and will prove invaluable to anyone who fishes in saltwater, whether in the surf, on the flats, or out at sea. The ocean is vast. It pays to be educated.

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  Natural Language Processing for...

  Steve Abrams

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  Dive into the fascinating world of Natural Language Processing (NLP) with "Natural Language Processing for Beginners: Comprehensive Introduction to Language and Technology," a thorough and accessible guide designed to introduce beginners to the rich field of NLP and its myriad applications. This book serves as a bridge between theoretical concepts and practical applications, offering readers a solid foundation in both the linguistic and computational aspects of NLP. 
  Starting with a clear explanation of what NLP is and its significance in today's digital age, the book covers essential linguistic principles and computational techniques. Readers will learn about the historical evolution of NLP, key components like syntax, semantics, and machine learning algorithms that enable computers to understand and generate human language. The guide simplifies complex ideas such as tokenization, neural networks, and deep learning, making them accessible to those without a background in computer science or linguistics. 
  Practicality is at the heart of this book, which includes step-by-step tutorials on using popular NLP libraries such as NLTK, SpaCy, and frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch. These tools are illustrated through exciting projects like building a sentiment analyzer, developing a conversational chatbot, and creating a multilingual translator. 
  "Natural Language Processing for Beginners" also addresses contemporary challenges and ethical considerations in NLP, discussing bias, fairness, and the future potential of NLP technology. Whether you are a student, a budding data scientist, or a curious tech enthusiast, this book will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to start your journey into NLP, opening the door to a world of possibilities where language and technology meet. 
   

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  Beastly Britain - An Animal History

  Karen R. Jones

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  The remarkable history of Britain and its animals, told through ten iconic species Have you ever wondered why we count sheep to get to sleep? Or where the phrase "red herring" comes from? Across British history, animals have been written about in poetry, painted in oils, and even recorded in law. Loved or feared, familiar or endangered, animals are everywhere to be seen. In this enchanting study, Karen R. Jones takes a journey through the history of ten animals to show the extraordinary story of "beastly" Britain. Jones looks at animals including foxes and hedgehogs, newts and beetles, ghostly hounds, and even the Loch Ness Monster. She reveals the place of animals in British cultural identity and sheds new light on the most iconic moments of British history, from the Black Death to World War II. The story of these isles may be told by human voices, but it is fully brought to life by listening to the squawks, bellows, and howls that make Britain what it is.

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  Challenges and Future of Aquatic...

  Santiago Machain

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  As human activities continue to push aquatic ecosystems to the brink, the urgency to protect, restore, and sustain these environments has never been greater. Challenges and Future of Aquatic Ecosystems explores the most pressing threats facing our oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands, from pollution and climate change to overfishing, habitat destruction, and biodiversity loss. Through a compelling narrative, this book examines global conservation policies, innovative restoration efforts, and the role of technology in safeguarding aquatic life. 
  This book not only highlights the challenges but also presents actionable solutions at all levels—government policies, corporate responsibility, community-based conservation, and individual action—to inspire a collective movement toward a healthier future for aquatic ecosystems. It is an essential read for students, environmental professionals, policymakers, and anyone passionate about the protection of our planet's water systems.

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  Returning the Self to Nature -...

  Jeanine M. Canty

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  Using the lens of ecopsychology, Returning the Self to Nature shows that the pervasive and extreme forms of narcissism we find in many modern societies are fundamentally the result of alienation from the natural world. But it doesn't have to be that way. 
   
   
   
  Returning the Self to Nature is written for the person who no longer wishes to function in a world that revolves around selfish, disconnected identity models and yearns to step into healthy relationships with one's self, one's community, and our planet. 
   
   
     
  Seeing the suffering of the planet and that of humans as inseparably linked—the ecological crisis as psychological crisis, and vice versa—opens the door to a mutuality of healing between people and nature. At the heart of both chronic and acute forms of narcissism is a socially constructed false self. 
   
    
   
  Through unflinching analysis and meditation practices that encourage visualizing and embodying the wild naturalness of being human, the listener will gain skills to begin experiencing a courageous, pluralistic, and ecological self. This book is an invitation to wake up from the dream of the false self and join the movement toward social and planetary healing.

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