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  Earthopolis - A Biography of Our...

  Carl H. Nightingale

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  This is a biography of Earthopolis, the only Urban Planet we know of. It is a history of how cities gave humans immense power over Earth, for good and for ill. Carl Nightingale takes readers on a sweeping six-continent, six-millennium tour of the world’s cities, culminating in the last 250 years, when we vastly accelerated our planetary realms of action, habitat, and impact, courting dangerous new consequences and opening prospects for new hope. In Earthopolis we peek into our cities’ homes, neighborhoods, streets, shops, eating houses, squares, marketplaces, religious sites, schools, universities, offices, monuments, docklands, and airports to discover connections between small spaces and the largest things we have built. The book exposes the Urban Planet’s deep inequalities of power, wealth, access to knowledge, class, race, gender, sexuality, religion, and nation. It asks us to draw on the most just and democratic moments of Earthopolis’s past to rescue its future.

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  Large Language Model-Based...

  Shreyas Subramanian

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  In Large Language Model-Based Solutions: How to Deliver Value with Cost-Effective Generative AI Applications, Principal Data Scientist at Amazon Web Services, Shreyas Subramanian, delivers a practical guide for developers and data scientists who wish to build and deploy cost-effective large language model (LLM)-based solutions. In the book, you'll find coverage of a wide range of key topics, including how to select a model, pre- and post-processing of data, prompt engineering, and instruction fine-tuning. 
   
   
   
  The author sheds light on techniques for optimizing inference, like model quantization and pruning, as well as different and affordable architectures for typical generative AI (GenAI) applications, including search systems, agent assists, and autonomous agents. You'll also find: 
   
   
   
  ● Effective strategies to address the challenge of the high computational cost associated with LLMs 
   
   
   
  ● Assistance with the complexities of building and deploying affordable generative AI apps, including tuning and inference techniques 
   
   
   
  ● Selection criteria for choosing a model, with particular consideration given to compact, nimble, and domain-specific models

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  Invasive Species - A Very Short...

  Dustin J. Welbourne, Julie Lockwood

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  Today there is no place on Earth that does not harbor invasive exotic species. Invasive plants and animals can be found on every continent, including Antarctica, and within all waterbodies, including all oceans. In our increasingly connected world, with speedy commercial and recreational travel and the global movement of biological matter for food, invasive species are showing up at such a fast rate that there is no way to accurately count how many currently exist or how many are likely to emerge in the coming decades. Monitoring these species and controlling their spread is essential, as we increasingly understand the negative impacts they pose: their threat to our health; the toll they take on our commercial production; and the threat they pose to native ecosystems. 
   
   
   
  This Very Short Introduction provides a clear definition of an invasive species, and considers the myriad ways they are moved around the globe, and the ecological, social, and economic impacts they often impose. Exploring the way Earth's biodiversity is being affected by global change, Julie Lockwood also discusses policy and management approaches to combating the ill-effects of invasive species, and how invasive species fit within the broader context of environmental change.

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  The Olive Farm - A Memoir of...

  Carol Drinkwater

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  This memoir of buying and transforming an abandoned olive farm “describes life in the South of France with lush, voluptuous appreciation” (Publishers Weekly). Presented with an opportunity to purchase a ten-acre property near Cannes, actress Carol Drinkwater and her film-producer fiancé, Michel, decide to take the plunge. It will take all their savings just for the down payment, but the beauty of the surrounding countryside and the promise of a new adventure seem worth the risk. As they work to clear the weeds and rehabilitate the abandoned farm, they meet Provence’s quirky locals, puzzle through France’s legal bureaucracy, explore the nearby Mediterranean islands, and encounter the region’s wildlife. This colorful memoir from the Sunday Times–bestselling author recounts one couple’s remarkable journey from being inspired but inexperienced new landowners to realizing their dream of a fulfilling, peaceful life on their own little plot of paradise. “Good-humored and well-written.” —The Washington Post “A fantasy come true, as it will be for many of the readers who yearn to experience the magic of southern France.” —The Austin Chronicle

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  Dermatology - Skin Diseases and...

  Ava Westwood

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  Dermatology is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of skin, hair, and nail disorders. It plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health, as the skin is the body’s largest organ and serves as a protective barrier against environmental factors. Dermatologists are trained to treat a wide variety of conditions, ranging from common skin issues like acne and eczema to life-threatening diseases such as melanoma. 
  The importance of skin health cannot be overstated. Skin diseases can affect an individual’s quality of life, often causing physical discomfort, emotional distress, and social stigma. Early detection and treatment are vital to prevent complications and improve outcomes. Dermatology is not only about managing diseases but also about enhancing cosmetic appearance and improving skin function, contributing to patients' self-esteem and overall well-being. 
  Skin functions as the first line of defense against external factors such as bacteria, viruses, pollutants, and harmful UV radiation. It also plays a role in regulating body temperature, preventing dehydration, and producing vitamin D. Understanding the skin’s structure and functions is fundamental to diagnosing and treating dermatologic conditions. The skin is composed of three primary layers: the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. The epidermis serves as the outermost layer, providing a waterproof barrier and containing melanocytes responsible for skin pigmentation. Beneath it lies the dermis, which houses blood vessels, hair follicles, sweat glands, and nerve endings, playing a crucial role in sensation and temperature regulation. The deepest layer, the subcutaneous tissue, contains fat and connective tissue that insulate and protect internal organs.

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  Amazon FBA 2022 In The Zone -...

  Amber Newton

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  Amazon FBA is a service provided by Amazon to sellers that can help them to build highly successful reseller businesses far more quickly and effectively than would otherwise be possible. Here, a company is letting Amazon take care of the heavy lifting when it comes to storage and logistics, meaning that all the brand has to do is choose the right products and market! 
  Now anyone can make a killing selling the next hit product, and in this AudioBook, you’re going to learn exactly how to get started. 
  This book will show you:The 5 Steps you Need to Know to Sell on AmazonThe Power of Online BusinessUnderstanding Amazon FBAHow to Create an Amazon Seller AccountHow to Identify Products People Want to BuyHow to Find High-Quality Product Sources that will Support Your Amazon BusinessTools That You Will Need to Get StartedLaunching Products with AmazonManaging Your Seller AccountAutomate the Process so that You Can Sell Products While You SleepHow to convert your items to fulfillment by Amazon items.Marketing StrategiesWhen to and not to use Amazon FBA?Secrets and Tips for Your SuccessBonus Content: How to Use Digital Ads to Grow Your Sales and Revenues 
  This journey towards financial freedom may not be possible overnight, but with the right push, it can help you supplement your income and potentially leave your job and enjoy financial security on your own terms. 
  You are taking the first step in your research, and I commend you for it.

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