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  Africa's Wild Dogs - A survival...

  Jocelin Kagan

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  There are roughly 6,600 wild dogs left in Africa yet they have cast such a spell on top wildlife photographer and naturalist Jocelin Kagan that she is determined to help save them. 
  If left to their own devices, they are more than capable of thriving, as this sumptuous photographic natural history shows. Jocelin has called in world experts to add their latest findings about these resourceful, graceful and highly skilled family groups.
  Nomadic predators whose territories range thousands of kilometres, they hunt co-operatively, preying on small herbivores. Non-confrontational, they form complex bonds as this book reveals.
  Now restricted to small populations and threatened by some shoot-to-kill policies, habitat fragmentation, diseases from domestic dogs, climate change and snares, as well as natural predation from hyenas and lions, Africa's wild dogs will be supported by all the royalties from this book.

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  Invasive Plants - Guide to...

  Sylvan Ramsey Kaufman, Wallace...

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  Newly updated: “Invasive plants are ecological tumors that degrade food webs wherever they go. The third edition of [this book] is an invaluable reference.” —Douglas Tallamy, New York Times–bestselling author of Nature’s Best Hope   This easy-to-use, wide-ranging guide to invasive plants in North America features full-color photos and descriptions of more than 250 alien species—both terrestrial and aquatic—that are in some cases changing the landscape to an almost unimaginable degree. Accompanying text describes the plant’s environmental and economic impacts as well as management techniques used to control it. Also included is an explanation of what an invasive is and a step-by-step identification key. Used by U.S. Forest Service botanists, this is an essential guide to understanding this unprecedented environmental challenge that is threatening biodiversity—and the human population that depends on it to survive.   “A colorful, general field guide to the major invasive plants of North America…packed with relevant information.” —Great Plains Research: A Journal of Natural and Social Sciences   “A wonderful guide.” —The Roanoke Star

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  Selenology - The Study of the...

  Mike Crawford

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  The Moon has captivated human curiosity for millennia, and its origin remains one of the most intriguing questions in planetary science. Various theories have been proposed to explain how Earth’s only natural satellite came into existence, each offering insights into the early history of the solar system. Through extensive research and lunar sample analysis, scientists have narrowed down the most plausible explanations, with the Giant Impact Hypothesis standing as the leading theory. 
  One of the earliest theories, the Fission Hypothesis, suggested that the Moon was once part of Earth and was flung into space due to the planet’s rapid rotation. This idea, proposed in the 19th century, attempted to explain similarities in composition between the Earth and Moon, but it failed to account for the Moon’s distinct isotopic ratios and angular momentum. Similarly, the Capture Hypothesis posited that the Moon was an independent celestial body that Earth’s gravity later captured. While this could explain some differences in composition, it does not align with the Moon’s nearly circular orbit or its close chemical resemblance to Earth’s mantle. The Co-formation Hypothesis, which argues that Earth and the Moon formed together from the same primordial disk of dust and gas, also struggles to explain the Moon’s unique density and lack of a substantial iron core.

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  The Big Bang of Numbers - How to...

  Manil Suri

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  Our universe has multiple origin stories, from religious creation myths to the Big Bang of scientists. But if we leave those behind and start from nothing—no matter, no cosmos, not even empty space—could we create a universe using only math? Irreverent and boundlessly creative, The Big Bang of Numbers invites us to try. 
   
   
   
  In this new mathematical origin story, mathematician and novelist Manil Suri creates a natural progression of ideas needed to design our world, starting with numbers and continuing through geometry, algebra, and beyond. He reveals the secret lives of real and imaginary numbers, teaches them to play abstract games with real-world applications, discovers unexpected patterns that connect humble lifeforms to enormous galaxies, and explores mathematical underpinnings for randomness and beauty. With evocative examples ranging from multidimensional crochet to the Mona Lisa's asymmetrical smile, as well as ingenious storytelling that helps illuminate complex concepts like infinity and relativity, The Big Bang of Numbers charts a playful, inventive course to existence. Mathematics, Suri shows, might best be understood not as something we invent to explain Nature, but as the source of all creation, whose directives Nature tries to obey as best she can.

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  The Future Of Sleep - A...

  Catherine Ball PhD

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Sleep is not spare time. It is infrastructure for memory, mood, and clear thinking. This decade your bedroom becomes the quiet centre of health, enable by new and emerging technologies. In this punchy, fun, and practical field guide, futurist Catherine Ball cuts through the hype and shows you how to use technology that actually helps, skip what does not, and own your night. 
  From magical rings and smart beds to private, on‑device AI, you will learn how to turn small signals into simple habits that stick. Rooms that keep time with light, temperature, sound, and air. A privacy stance that keeps your data yours. Zero fluff, all action, written in her typical wit and humour. 
  Inside, you will discover 
  A future-filled playbook that makes sleep easier to repeat 
  How to use wearables for trends without falling into score anxiety 
  An AI co‑pilot for timing light, caffeine, travel and shift weeks 
  Cooling, lighting, sound and air fixes that make real bedrooms calm 
  Midlife sleep tools for hot nights and foggy mornings, explained without jargon 
  Safe infant nights and calmer parent sleep, plus teen timing that works with school 
  Digital CBT‑I, breath pacing, HRV biofeedback and tVNS, and when each belongs 
  A buyer's guide to the sleep economy and how to keep your data private 
  Who it is for? 
  Busy professionals who want sharper days. Parents who need nights that work in real homes. Teens and students who need timing that fits biology. Shift workers and leaders who design rosters. Clinicians who want clean handouts for patients. Anyone who is done with hype and ready for proof. 
  If you are tired of being tired, start here. Make the right sleep easy, private, and boring in the very best way.

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  Deep Learning - Understanding...

  Et Tu Code

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  This comprehensive audiobook provides an introduction to the fundamentals of deep learning, a subset of machine learning that involves the use of artificial neural networks to model and solve complex problems. The book covers the key concepts, techniques, and applications of deep learning, including the basics of neural networks and backpropagation, CNNs, RNNs, generative models, and ethical considerations. 
  With a focus on practical applications, the book explores the use of deep learning in various fields such as computer vision, natural language processing, and robotics. It also discusses future trends in deep learning, including advancements in hardware, software, and algorithms. 
  Each chapter is designed to build upon previous ones, making it easy for readers to follow along and gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter. The book includes summaries, examples, and exercises to help reinforce key concepts and apply them to real-world scenarios.

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