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  American Monsters: The History...

  Editors Charles River

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  People have always been fascinated with the hidden, the mysterious, and the unexplained. Every society has its tall tales and ghost stories, its odd legends, and heroes. Also, every society has its stories of strange beasts, dangerous or benign, that live in the twilight world between the everyday and the legendary. Through most of history, people have been closely tied to nature, hunting in forests and having an intimate knowledge of the animals in their regions. So-called “primitive” peoples were walking encyclopedias of the natural world, and yet most believed there were more creatures lurking in those woods than the ones they usually encountered. Even as the world becomes more connected, the belief in strange creatures continues as strong as ever. 
  	As a result, in one sense it shouldn’t be surprising that people across the United States have reported seeing weird cryptids, including giant birds, sea serpents, wolfmen, and a creature so bizarre it defies any rational classification. The only thing these monsters have in common is that all have been seen regularly and reported by seemingly sober, rational witnesses in the United States, even as conventional science suggests these monsters cannot exist and that all the sightings are mistakes, misidentifications, or hoaxes.  
  	In some cases, this may be true, but in others, it’s harder to accept. For example, one story about a 10-year-old boy being carried off by a giant bird was witnessed by several other people. Likewise, the Gloucester sea serpent seen by hundreds of people and carefully and scientifically investigated, and during one week in 1909, hundreds if not thousands of people reported seeing the Jersey Devil. Sightings of wolf-like creatures walking on two legs have been reported for more than 100 years. 

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  The Heat and the Fury - On the...

  Peter Schwartzstein

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  As a journalist on the climate security beat, Peter Schwartzstein has been chased by kidnappers, badly beaten, detained by police, and told, in no uncertain terms, that he was no longer welcome in certain countries. Yet these personal brushes with violence are simply a hint of the conflict simmering in our warming world. 
   
   
    
  Schwartzstein has visited ravaged Iraqi towns where ISIS used drought as a recruiting tool and weapon of terror. And he has heard the fear in the voices of women from around the world who say their husbands' tempers flare when the temperature ticks up. 
   
   
    
  In The Heat and the Fury, he not only puts listeners on the frontlines of climate violence but gives us the context to make sense of seemingly senseless acts. As Schwartzstein deftly shows, climate change is often the spark that ignites long smoldering fires, the extra shove that pushes individuals, communities, and even nations over the line between frustration and lethal fury. What, he asks, can ratchet down the aggression? 
   
   
    
  Schwartzstein's incisive analysis of geopolitics, unparalleled on-the-ground reporting, and keen sense of human nature offer the clearest picture to date of the violence that threatens us all.

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  Principles of Physics -...

  Mark Hedges

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  Physics is the branch of science that seeks to understand the fundamental principles governing the universe. It explores the nature of matter, energy, space, and time, and investigates the forces and interactions that shape the behavior of physical systems. Physics provides the foundation for understanding natural phenomena, from the motion of celestial bodies to the behavior of subatomic particles. It is both a theoretical and experimental science, combining mathematical models with empirical observations to describe and predict physical behavior. 
  The origins of physics can be traced back to ancient Greece, where philosophers such as Aristotle and Democritus speculated about the nature of matter and motion. However, modern physics began to take shape during the Scientific Revolution in the 16th and 17th centuries with the work of Galileo Galilei, Johannes Kepler, and Sir Isaac Newton. Galileo introduced the concept of systematic experimentation and mathematical analysis, while Kepler’s laws of planetary motion provided empirical support for the heliocentric model of the solar system. Newton’s formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation established a comprehensive framework for understanding the mechanics of bodies in motion. 
  Physics is traditionally divided into classical and modern physics. Classical physics encompasses theories developed before the 20th century, including Newtonian mechanics, thermodynamics, and classical electromagnetism. Newtonian mechanics describes the motion of macroscopic objects using concepts such as force, mass, and acceleration. Thermodynamics studies the relationships between heat, work, and energy, while classical electromagnetism, formulated by James Clerk Maxwell, explains the behavior of electric and magnetic fields and their interactions with charged particles.

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  How to Choose Children’s Toys...

  Owen Jones

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  This comprehensive manual is designed to assist parents, guardians, and caregivers to tackle the often overwhelming task of selecting toys for children. With an array of options available, ranging from traditional favourites to the latest trends, it can be challenging to make informed decisions that prioritise both fun and developmental benefits.  
  This guide aims to demystify the toy-buying process by offering practical advice and insights. From understanding age-appropriate choices to considering safety, educational value, and durability, each aspect of toy selection is explored in detail.  
  By equipping adults with the knowledge and tools necessary to make thoughtful choices, we hope to enhance children’s play experiences and support their overall development.  
  Come with us as we explore the world of children’s toys and empower caregivers to create enriching play environments that foster creativity, learning, and joy.

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  Predictive Analytics - Unlocking...

  Chuck Sherman

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  "Predictive Analytics: Unlocking the Power of Data for Business Success" is a comprehensive guide to using data analysis and prediction to drive business success. Written by a team of experts in the field, the book covers everything from the fundamentals of data analysis and statistical inference to the latest techniques in predictive analytics. 
  The authors provide practical examples of how predictive analytics can be used in a variety of applications, including customer churn prediction, fraud detection, recommender systems, sales forecasting, healthcare analytics, and supply chain optimization. They explore a range of techniques, including linear regression, logistic regression, decision trees, random forests, gradient boosting, neural networks, and deep learning. 
  The book also covers time series forecasting and text analytics, with detailed explanations of ARIMA models, seasonal decomposition, exponential smoothing, text preprocessing, text classification, sentiment analysis, topic modeling, and named entity recognition. 
  The authors discuss ethical considerations in predictive analytics, including bias and fairness, privacy and security, transparency and accountability, and regulation and compliance. They also look to the future of predictive analytics, discussing advances in AI and machine learning, new techniques for big data analysis, the impact of quantum computing, and the rise of augmented analytics. 
  With its accessible writing style and detailed examples, "Predictive Analytics: Unlocking the Power of Data for Business Success" is an essential resource for anyone interested in using data to gain a competitive advantage in their industry. Whether you are a student, a researcher, or a business professional, this book will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in the world of predictive analytics. 
   

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  BLOCKCHAIN BASICS BIBLE:...

  Nakamoto Satoshy

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  Do you want to invest, but it seems so complicated? 
  What if there was an easy way? 
  Keep reading to discover everything you need about Blockchain and how to mine to make high profits. 
  More than 1 Billion Dollars have been invested into Blockchain. Hundreds of startups and financial organizations are working on improving and scaling this technology. So what exactly is it? 
  Millionaires are being made because of this new opening in the market. Do you want to stand aside and watch? Or do you want to seize the opportunity? Inside this book, you will learn :Basics of Blockchain: All the necessary fundamentalsHow Blockchain works and the way it doesApplications of Blockchain and how to useWhat makes Blockchain so specialHow to Profit from BlockchainInvesting strategies and potential risksFuture of Blockchain:Discover how mining and cryptocurrency Works 
  The good thing is that Blockchain is still in the early stages. Most people think cryptocurrency mining is too complicated, and you need to be tech-savvy to be a miner; this is far from the truth. 
  I'm giving away all the secrets for you to start cashing in on this tremendous opportunity!  
  I'll show you how to mine, and you get to keep everything! 
  Now It's your turn to take action!  
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