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  Disneyland and the Rise of...

  Roland Betancourt

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  A history of the engineering marvels behind one of America's most innovative and beloved entertainment experiencesWhen Disneyland opened to the public in 1955, it demystified the hidden world of factory automation through its extraordinary new attractions. In this fascinating book, Roland Betancourt tells the story of how the visionary engineers and designers at Disney transformed the technologies of the postwar assembly line into an entertainment experience unlike anything the world had ever seen.Disneyland and the Rise of Automation traces the origins and evolution of these technical innovations during the theme park's first three decades in operation, exploring how engineers reimagined the systems and machines of industrial manufacturing and the military. The magnetic tape used to test ballistic missiles was repurposed to animate the talking macaws in the Enchanted Tiki Room. Programmable Logic Controllers, widely used on automotive assembly lines, brought to life the spectacular rides of the Matterhorn Bobsleds and Space Mountain. Betancourt shows how these and other attractions helped to allay fears about automation and job displacement in 1950s America. Along the way, he situates Disneyland's remarkable creations within a broader history of the technologies that increasingly order and construct the world around us, from the Fordist factory to artificial intelligence.Essential listening for anyone interested in engineering, corporate histories, or popular culture, Disneyland and the Rise of Automation invites us to consider how technology and the logic of automation become integrated into our lives through entertainment.

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  awfully hilarious period pieces

  Heather Hendrie, Angelina...

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  Awfully Hilarious Period Pieces: The Stories We (Probably) Shouldn’t Tell 
  🚨 WARNING: This book may cause uncontrollable laughter, deep sighs of relief, and the realization that you are absolutely not alone. 🚨 
  In an intimate, courageous, and transformative collection, 26 girls and women of all ages share poems and stories exploring the ups and downs of menstruation, from first period to post-menopause. 
  From the award-winning, bestselling Awfully Hilarious series comes Period Pieces—a no-holds-barred, laugh-out-loud collection of true stories about periods, PMS, dating disasters, and all the wildly awkward, messy, and unforgettable moments that come with being a woman. 
  If you’ve ever… 
  ✔️ Bled through your white pants at the worst possible time 
  ✔️ Wished someone had told you that about being a woman sooner… 
  Then welcome, friend—you’re in good company. 
  Featuring hilariously raw, deeply relatable, and sometimes shockingly honest stories from women of all ages, this book is for anyone who has ever felt embarrassed, empowered, or just plain exhausted by their own body. It’s a celebration of womanhood in all its messy, crampy, awkward glory—because if we don’t laugh about it, what else can we do?

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  Chilean Salmon - Shared...

  Teodoro Wigodski

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  Chilean Salmon: Shared Responsibility offers a revealing look at salmon aquaculture in Chile, an industry at the crossroads of business ethics and environmental sustainability. Through an engaging narrative, Teodoro Wi- godski S., a distinguished academic and business director, explores the com- plexities and challenges of this prominent industry, which is vital to both the national economy and global well-being.
  Drawing from his experience as president of the Puerto Montt Port Company and his handling of the ISA virus crisis, Wigodski delves deeply into the con- flicts with local communities and environmental organizations, highlighting the opportunities for a development that respects economic, social, and en- vironmental values.
  This book is the result of rigorous research, including visits and interviews in both Chile and Norway. This journey, both intellectual and physical, not only unveils the internal challenges faced by the industry but also serves as a call to action to foster sustainable practices.
  Poised to become an essential resource in the debate over the future of aqua- culture, the book functions as an educational tool for students and profes- sionals from various disciplines. More than a mere collection of data, the work invites dialogue about shared responsibility in the sustainable develop- ment of the salmon industry.
  Discover the intricate relationship between business ethics, environmental sustainability, and economic development. This book is essential reading for those committed to building a future where harmony between industry and
  nature prevails.

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  We Are All Stardust - Scientists...

  Stefan Klein

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  A sterling roster of natural and social scientists in conversation with top-flight journalist Stefan Klein—shedding new light on their work, their lives, and what they still hope to discover 
  When acclaimed science writer Stefan Klein asks Nobel Prize–winning chemist Roald Hoffmann what sets scientists apart, Hoffmann says, “First and foremost, curiosity.” In this collection of intimate conversations with nineteen of the world’s best-known scientists (including three Nobel Laureates), Klein lets us listen in as today’s leading minds reveal what they still hope to discover—and how their paradigm-changing work entwines with their lives outside the lab. 
  From the sports car that physicist Steven Weinberg says helped him on his quest for “the theory of everything” to the jazz musicians who gave psychologist Alison Gopnik new insight into raising children, these scientists explain how they find inspiration everywhere.  
  Hear from renowned scientists including: evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins on selfishness,anthropologist Sarah Hrdy on motherhood,primatologist Jane Goodall on animal behavior,neuroscientist V. S. Ramachandran on consciousness,geographer Jared Diamond on chance in history, andmany other luminaries.

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  Cryptocurrency Investing - From...

  Owen Harrington

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  Welcome to the world of investing in cryptocurrencies! Cryptocurrencies have attracted investors' attention and imagination on a global scale in recent years. Cryptocurrencies have emerged as a popular investment choice for experienced and novice investors due to their decentralized structure, innovative design, and potential for huge returns. 
  This thorough guide will be your go-to resource if you are new to cryptocurrencies. It will give you the information and resources you need to understand the fascinating and always-changing world of cryptocurrency investing. This e-book will serve as your guide whether your objective is to diversify your investment portfolio, look into new business options, or comprehend the basics of this category of digital assets. 
  The comprehensive e-book "Cryptocurrency Investing: From Beginner to Investor- A Comprehensive Handbook on Successful Cryptocurrency Investing" provides a detailed journey that begins with the fundamentals and advances to more complex ideas. We'll delve into various cryptocurrencies, examine their underlying technology, and arm you with the information you need to make wise investing choices.

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  Java and Data Structures - Code...

  Anthony Carter

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  For every learner of Java programming and basic data structures, this book is a useful and comprehensive manual to tap into. Both freshers and those who have some coding experience can rely on its methodical structure "Java and Data Structures: Code Your Future: A Comprehensive Exploration of Java Programming."  
  The starting point is the most basic syntax of Java, the programming concept that forms the basis of an understanding. After that, the book introduces OOP, mastering such important topics as polymorphism, inheritance, encapsulation, classes, and objects. 
  Mastering one's proficiency in every concept is done through activities and examples so that readers will easily remember and be able to apply the things learned. In the course of the journey, readers learn more complex subjects such as generics, lambda expressions, Java's Collections Framework, and the very powerful Stream API-all of which make data processing more effective and efficient. 
  The book proceeds further into important data structures that equip learners with skills needed to conquer tough programming problems. These include arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, and hash tables. Focusing on real applications, "Java and Data Structures" challenges the reader to use real-world applications that support each subject. 
  By the end of this book, readers should have learned how to develop scalable, effective Java code and understand the reasoning behind data manipulation and management. Students, potential developers, and experts can all use this book since it takes an integrated approach on how to be a competent and confident Java programmer.

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