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  Monkeyluv - And Other Essays on...

  Robert M. Sapolsky

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  How do imperceptibly small differences in the environment change one’s behavior? What is the anatomy of a bad mood? Does stress shrink our brains? What does People magazine’s list of America’s “50 Most Beautiful People” teach us about nature and nurture? What makes one organism sexy to another? What makes one orgasm different from another? Who will be the winner in the genetic war between the sexes?Welcome to Monkeyluv, a curious and entertaining collection of essays about the human animal in all its fascinating variety, from McArthur fellow Robert M. Sapolsky, America’s most beloved neurobiologist/primatologist. Organized into three sections, each tackling a Big Question in natural science, Monkeyluv offers a lively exploration of the influence of genes and the environment on behavior; the social and political—and, of course, sexual—implications of behavioral biology; and society’s shaping of the individual. From the mating rituals of prairie dogs to the practice of religion in the rain forest, the secretion of pheromones to bugs in the brain, Sapolsky brilliantly synthesizes cutting-edge scientific research with wry, erudite observations about the complexity of being human. Thoughtful, engaging, and infused with pop-cultural insights, this collection will appeal to the inner monkey in all of us.

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  A Garden in the City

  Miriam Myers

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  Flowers and other forms of nature exist almost everywhere, but are especially abundant in the country. Anne soon realizes this when she visits her friend, Maria, in the country. But Anne longs to see the birds and flowers in the city, too. So, Anne takes action. With her neighbor, Mrs. Hill, she turns an empty lot into a beautiful garden. The science connection is understanding the importance of protecting the environment.

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  Borderline Personality Disorder...

  Amanda Allan

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  BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER 
  Borderline Personality Disorder is one of the most misunderstood disorders, and it can be especially difficult for loved ones to cope with and understand. People with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) are almost constantly experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. Even the smallest of things can trigger some really strong emotions, which can be incredibly difficult for these people to regulate. 
  As with most mental disorders, there is a lot of confusion, misunderstanding, and stigma surrounding BPD. This book aims to remove this stigma by educating the reader on what it actually means to have BPD, as well as through detailing what the treatment process may look like. 
  There is a lot of hope for people with BPD. As you will soon find out, there are numerous treatment methods including pharmaceutical, therapeutic, and alternative treatment options. These treatments, along with the education and support of loved ones can often provide transformative relief from BPD symptoms and help to keep the person with BPD safe, healthy, and living an enjoyable life.

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  The Serpent and the Butterfly

  Dr. Ben Reebs, ND

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  In The Serpent & The Butterfly: The Seven Laws of Healing, Dr. Ben Reebs offers a life-altering perspective on the attainment of optimal health. Learn about the seven laws of nature and how to live in harmony with the body.When we work with rather than against our innate healing capacity, well-being and good health spring forth naturally, and normal structure and function can be restored.The epidemic of chronic disease can be stopped in its tracks when patients and practitioners adapt and implement this new paradigm of health.

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  Back-of-the-Envelope Physics

  Clifford Swartz

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  From an award-winning teacher, “a delightful and instructive accessory to an introductory physics course” (Physics World). 
   
  Physicists use “back-of-the-envelope” estimates to check whether or not an idea could possibly be right. In many cases, the approximate solution is all that is needed. This compilation of 101 examples of back-of-the-envelope calculations celebrates a quantitative approach to solving physics problems. Drawing on a lifetime of physics research and nearly three decades as the editor of The Physics Teacher, Clifford Swartz—a winner of two awards from the American Association of Physics Teachers—provides simple, approximate solutions to physics problems that span a broad range of topics. What note do you get when you blow across the top of a Coke bottle? Could you lose weight on a diet of ice cubes? How can a fakir lie on a bed of nails without getting hurt? Does draining water in the northern hemisphere really swirl in a different direction than its counterpart below the equator? 
   
  In each case, only a few lines of arithmetic and a few natural constants solve a problem to within a few percent. Covering such subjects as astronomy, magnetism, optics, sound, heat, mechanics, waves, and electricity, this book provides a rich source of material for teachers and anyone interested in the physics of everyday life. 
   
  “This is a book that will help make the study of physics fun and relevant.” —Mark P. Silverman, author of Waves and Grains: Reflections on Light and Learning

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  Curious Little Chicken - Farm...

  Dr Vlad

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  A captivating story about a baby chick who just hatched and learns to grow from a weak hatchling to a beautiful vibrant chicken. Encouraging young kids to keep adventuring and discover what the world has for them.

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