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  Dust and Light - On the Art of...

  Andrea Barrett

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  The celebrated National Book Award–winning writer's intimate exploration of how fact is transformed into fiction. 
   
   
   
  In this thoughtful collection of essays, Andrea Barrett draws from her experiences writing some of the most acclaimed historical fiction of our time to explore the mysteries and delights of the genre. Inspiration found in the past, she argues, can illuminate fiction, just as dust scatters light and makes the unseen visible. Delving into some of the largest questions in the genre—How does a writer find meaningful subject matter beyond the confines of their life? How are scraps of history transformed into a fully formed narrative?—Barrett explores how she came to create some of her beloved works and explores lessons gleaned from the work of such masters of historical fiction as Toni Morrison, Leo Tolstoy, Hilary Mantel, and Colm Tóibín. Candid and elegant, Dust and Light is the perfect book for anyone who loves reading fiction set in the past, as well as for anyone aspiring to write it.

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  A Moon Will Rise from the...

  Francesca Albanese, John Dugard,...

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  Israel's genocide in Palestine and the complicity of powerful Western states is undermining international human rights and the UN system. The United States has imposed sanctions on lawyers, UN experts, and Palestinian officials in an attempt to bully and intimidate them into silence. One prominent example is UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese, who has played an important role in documenting Israel's atrocities and those who profit from its oppression of Palestinians. 
   
  This book compiles Albanese's indispensable and damning reports on Israel's conduct in Palestine since October 2023. First outlining the case that this period should be understood as a genocide, Albanese goes on to explain how the ongoing violence fits into a longer history of Israel's settler colonialism, and finally presents a devastating indictment against the international corporations that treat mass killing and destruction as a business opportunity. 
   
  The volume also features a reflection by Albanese on the current state of affairs; revelations by her predecessors Richard Falk, John Dugard, and Michael Lynk of their experiences as UN special rapporteurs; and a preface by Lex Takkenberg, a thirty-year veteran of UNRWA, coauthored with scholar Mandy Turner.

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  This Must Be the Place - How...

  Shain Shapiro

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  This Must Be the Place explores how music can make cities better. 
   
   
   
  This Must Be the Place introduces and examines music's relationship to cities. Not the influence cities have on music, but the powerful impact music can have on how cities are developed, built, managed, and governed. 
   
   
   
  Told in an accessible way through personal stories from cities around the world—including London, Melbourne, Nashville, Austin, and Zurich—This Must Be the Place takes a truly global perspective on the ways music is integral to everyday life but neglected in public policy. 
   
   
   
  Arguing for the transformative role of artists and musicians in a post-pandemic world, This Must Be The Place not only examines the powerful impact music can have on our cities, but also serves as a how-to guide and toolkit for music-lovers, artists, and activists everywhere to begin the process of reinventing the communities they live in.

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  Webfare - A Manifesto for...

  Maurizio Ferraris

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  From time immemorial, humans have been making deals, consuming goods, cultivating interests, thereby manifesting specific forms of life. Now, these forms of life solidify automatically by transforming into data. Webfare, a form of digital welfare, seeks to initiate a Copernican revolution that places need instead of merit at the center of society. In 21st-century welfare, consumption and production will be considered as the two faces of the same reality. The possibility to create new value is precisely what sets Webfare apart from traditional welfare: it recognizes the new value created by the Web, and aims to use it for everyone's well-being.

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  Thermal and Statistical Physics...

  Mark Hedges

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  This bundle explores the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and the fascinating world of chaos and nonlinear dynamics. Thermodynamics examines the principles governing heat, energy, and work within systems, emphasizing the laws of energy conservation, entropy, and the transformation of matter. This book also delves into statistical mechanics, providing insight into how microscopic interactions of particles give rise to macroscopic phenomena like temperature, pressure, and volume. Understanding these principles is key to unraveling the behavior of systems in equilibrium and those far from it. 
  The study of chaos and nonlinear dynamics extends these ideas by focusing on systems that exhibit sensitive dependence on initial conditions, where small changes can lead to drastically different outcomes. This text bridges the gap between predictable and unpredictable phenomena, exploring how randomness and disorder emerge in physical systems. The principles outlined have profound implications across many fields, from thermodynamic engines and material science to weather patterns and biological systems. This book offers a comprehensive overview of how heat, disorder, and randomness govern both natural and engineered systems, making complex processes understandable through the lens of statistical physics.

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  Lit Vibes: Urban Insights on...

  Bastian Larkfield

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  Lit Vibes: Urban Insights on Classic Tales 
  Are you eager to explore classic tales through a fresh and vibrant perspective?  
  Looking for an all-encompassing guide that includes everything you need to dive deep into these timeless stories? 
  Your search stops here! 
  This guide serves as your essential companion for expanding your understanding and embracing hands-on exercises that bring these narratives to life. With it, you're set for an enlightening experience. 
  Updated to reflect the latest insights on classic tales. 
  Key features of this enriched guide: 
  - In-depth analysis of classic literary works 
  - Comprehensive explanations of key themes and characters 
  - Effective strategies for engaging with and interpreting these stories 
  Our guide stands out for its extensive coverage, ensuring your exploration is thorough and enriching. Concepts are examined with depth rather than being glossed over. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource and is not affiliated with any official literary organization. 
  Crafted with a clear structure and straightforward language, our guide guarantees easy navigation between topics. Say goodbye to confusing terminology and embrace clear, concise, and accurate content. 
  So, why hesitate? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey into the vibrant world of classic tales!

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