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  The Language of Climate Politics...

  Genevieve Guenther

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  In an illuminating analysis, Dr. Genevieve Guenther shows that the climate debate is not, in fact, neatly polarized, with Republicans obstructing climate action and Democrats advancing climate solutions. Partisans on the right and the left often repeat the same fossil-fuel talking points, and this repetition produces a centrist consensus upholding the status quo, even as global heating accelerates. 
   
   
   
  Weaving this analysis through fascinating critical histories of the terms that dominate the language of climate politics—the words we, alarmist, cost, growth, "India and China," innovation, and resilience—Dr. Guenther shows how this consensus is established. Fossil-fuel interests weaponize the discourses of science, economics, and activism, co-opting and twisting climate language to help greenwash their plans for ongoing extraction. But all too often climate scientists, economists, and even advocates will unwittingly echo the false and dangerous assumptions of their supposed political opponents. This apparent agreement between foes, filtered through the news media, not only influences our commonsense yet mistaken views about the climate crisis but also enables powerful decisionmakers to justify the corporate and policy actions that threaten us all. Revealing this dynamic, Guenther shows how to transform it.

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  TV Lobotomy The Scientific Truth...

  Michel Desmurget

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  "TV unleashes the imagination and feeds intelligence." • "A child deprived of TV risks social isolation." • "TV dumbs you down." • "TV makes you obese." It seems that everything—and its opposite—has already been said about TV. But what is it really? How can we distinguish between the radical "No TV" of some and the supposedly entertaining virtues touted by others? Michel Desmurget, a doctor in neuroscience, has sifted through and synthesized thousands of research articles published over the last fifty years in the most rigorous international journals. The conclusion is unequivocal—we must stop watching television for good, whatever the program. All content, even that meant to teach, can never come close to any other learning method. The data is clear—television viewing is detrimental to school performance. For a child in elementary school, for example, every hour spent daily watching television increases the likelihood that he or she will one day leave the school system without any qualifications. For specialists, there is no doubt that television has a negative influence, not only on intellectual development but also on behavior. Thus, certain eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia) are related to a frantic consumption of—television programs! In short, watching television has an impact on our life expectancy. However, the harmful impact of this risk is largely underestimated, because of the large sector of the public exposed to television (more than 85% of Western households have at least one television set), and because of a debate on the subject that has become inaudible and confused. Moreover, the results of the research initiated by the big media groups on the subject remain "proprietary," i.e., closed to the general public. Believing that we is facing a real public health problem, Michel Desmurget wants to act as a responsible scientist—with a clear, concise and rigorously referenced book, the message cannot go unnoticed. Michel Desmurget is a doctor of neuropsychology. He attended several major American universities (MIT, Emory, UCSF) and is now a research director at INSERM in cognitive neuroscience. He is particularly interested in the problems of brain organization and plasticity. He is the author of the book TV Lobotomy (Max Milo, 2022), which is based in part on his personal history. Exasperated by having to constantly justify the choice not to have television at home—and to prevent his children from having access to it—and not to be seen as a sociopath in the eyes of those around him, he has done a massive job to argue his point. 
  This audiobook is read by a synthesized voice.

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  ClustERPuck - 21 Critical ERP...

  Shane Williams

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  Want to keep your ERP on track? 
  In ClustERPuck, Shane Williams breaks down the common pitfalls that can derail even the most well-intentioned enterprise resource planning (ERP) projects. This insightful guide reveals the often chaotic and problematic nature of mismanaged ERP implementations, offering practical advice and strategies to avoid turning your ERP project into a costly disaster. Written for small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) manufacturers, this book provides clear, actionable steps to ensure successful ERP adoption, helping business leaders navigate the turbulent waters of digital transformation with confidence and clarity.

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  Enchanted Plants - A Treasury of...

  Varla A. Ventura

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  From fairy tales to your garden, Enchanted Plants is a treasure trove of the lore and magic in the kingdom of plants. Take a walk through mystical, magical, and folkloric gardens and discover the plants and flowers that have captured our hearts and minds for centuries. Will you dare to pick a golden apple or seize the perfect rose? Will you sneak through the gilded gates of the poison garden where plants both alluring and life-saving intertwine? From the baneful bog to the garden gate, plant lover and lover of the bizarre Varla Ventura brings together forgotten lore of plants for the ultimate romp through a botanical wonderland, including excerpts from fairy tales and a lively discussion of each plant's legendary magical and medicinal properties. Don't forget your scissors. Enchanted Plants is arranged by general environment: cultivated plants and edibles; toxic plants; meadowlands; the woods; marshes and swamps; and tropical plants. 
    
  Each chapter contains a cultivated selection of plants with additional information, including botanical name, common names, folklore, ethnobotanical properties, magical and occult properties, and modern usage if applicable.

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  Data Analyses - Detailed...

  Benjamin Farrar

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  An extensive guide to help you analyze data more effectively.  
  Learn more about how to analyze data now! Explore the field of data science and the way to analyze big and small data. This elaborate guide will take you on a journey to multiple aspects of this skill. There is a trick, a science, to doing it the right way, and some of the most important secrets will be revealed in the chapters ahead of you. Dive into the complicated matter of analyzing and mining for data correctly. Forget about intuition or assumptions.  
  You’ll learn, among others:Linear, probabilistic, and other models to use in the visualization and analysis of data you have found.Systems such as clustering, viewing genetic algorithms, and neural methods.Assessment analysis strategies, organization, and numeric predictions.Modeling data and imagining.The three Vs of big data and what to do with them.Software recommendations and applications.Purposes for health care, business, and industrial data.Tips on analyzing decision trees, regression, and sentiment.Attributes, classifications, data sets, and kinds of learning you must recognize to fully be aware of that with which you are dealing.Data quality and data quantity thoughts.Data-mining procedure steps, including CRISP-DM and SEMMA.Machine algorithms and interesting side notes regarding them.Instructions, infrastructure, edition, and other methods. 
  Data creates truths you can trust in if you draw the right conclusions. Drawing those conclusions involves clear skills and a background in information that leads to the correct steps. If this is up your alley, the best thing to do for you right now is to start listening.  
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  Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)

  May Sherry

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  In a world where change is the only constant, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) stands out as a proven approach to achieving excellence and sustained success. "Continuous Improvement (Kaizen): Embracing a Culture of Incremental Progress" offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing Kaizen principles in both organizational and personal contexts. 
  Rooted in Japanese management philosophy, Kaizen emphasizes the power of incremental changes and employee involvement to drive continuous progress. This book delves into the core principles of Kaizen, exploring its historical background, key techniques, and practical applications. From the foundational concepts of 5S and the PDCA cycle to real-world case studies of successful Kaizen implementations, readers will gain valuable insights into how small, consistent improvements can lead to significant long-term gains. 
  Ideal for leaders, managers, and individuals seeking to foster a culture of continuous improvement, this book provides actionable strategies for creating a Kaizen-driven environment. Discover how to engage employees, overcome common challenges, and measure the impact of your improvement efforts. Whether you’re looking to enhance organizational performance, advance personal development, or apply Kaizen principles to community projects, this book offers the tools and knowledge you need to make lasting progress. 
  With a forward-looking perspective on emerging trends and global perspectives, "Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)" equips you with the strategies to not only implement Kaizen effectively but also to sustain and evolve it in the face of future challenges. Embrace the Kaizen philosophy and unlock the potential of continuous improvement in every aspect of your life and work. 
   

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