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  The Wind in the Willows

  Kenneth Grahame

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  This much-loved story follows a group of animal friends in the English countryside as they pursue adventure … and as adventure pursues them! The chief characters - Mole, Rat, and Toad - generally lead upbeat and happy lives, but their tales are leavened with moments of terror, homesickness, awe, madcap antics, and derring-do.Although classed as children’s literature, The Wind in the Willows holds a gentle fascination for adults too. The vocabulary is decidedly not “Dick and Jane”, and a reader with a love of words will find new ones to treasure, even if well-equipped for the journey. Parents will appreciate the themes of loyalty, manners, self-restraint, and comradeship which are evident throughout the book. When the characters err, they are prompt to acknowlege it, and so a reading of this book can model good behavior to children, who will otherwise be enchanted with the many ways in which the lives of these bucolic characters differ from modern life.This book was so successful that it enabled the author to retire from banking and take up a country life somewhat like that of his creations. It has been adapted for screen, stage, and even a ride at the original Disneyland.(Summary by Mark F. Smith)

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  Dividing Lines - How...

  Deborah N. Archer

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  Our nation's transportation system is crumbling. But as acclaimed scholar and ACLU president Deborah Archer warns in Dividing Lines, before we can think about rebuilding and repairing, we must consider the role race has played in transportation infrastructure, from the early twentieth century and into the present day. 
   
   
   
  As Archer demonstrates, the success of the Civil Rights movement and the fall of Jim Crow in the 1960s did not mean the end of segregation. With state-sanctioned racism no longer legal, officials across the country turned to transportation infrastructure to keep Americans divided. A wealthy white neighborhood could no longer be "protected" by racial covenants and segregated shops, but a multilane road, with no pedestrian crossings, could be built along its border to make it difficult for people from a lower-income community to visit. Highways could not be routed through Black neighborhoods based on the race of their residents, but those neighborhoods' lower property values—a legacy of racial exclusion—could justify their destruction. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on a wealth of sources, including interviews with people who now live in the shadow of highways and other major infrastructure projects, Archer presents a sweeping, national account—from Atlanta and Houston to Indianapolis and New York City—of our persistent divisions.

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  Hypnosis Past Life Regression -...

  Empowered Living

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  The advantages of hypnosis therapy are widespread. A lot of individuals report positive changes with hypnosis and it's recognized as a valid type of holistic alternative medicine.  
  Hypnosis is a popular technique utilized for weight loss, overcoming addiction, healing, achieving goals, relaxation and stress relief. It's utilized to get rid of undesired behaviors and beliefs and to manifest new desires and achieve goals in life. 
    
  If you wish to influence your subconscious mind to accept new programming for positive alterations hypnosis is an effective technique for doing that. 
  Among the chief advantages of hypnosis is that when you in a hypnotic state brain wave frequencies decelerate. You center or focus your awareness and you're actually much more aware than usual. A state of centered awareness almost feels as though you're more of an observer of thought and images rather than a part of them. This allows you to bypass the "gatekeepers" at the entrance to the subconscious and superconscious so you are able to access these levels of consciousness directly, and the brain is much more receptive to suggestion. 
  The unconscious, or subconscious may then be reprogrammed so it lets go of old patterns, beliefs and feelings that no longer serve you. They may be replaced with suggestions that are favorable and affirming. The superconscious mind may open you into fresh insights and originative ideas.  
  Put this audio on each night before you go to bed and listen to it right before you fall asleep. If you have time also listen to it first thing upon waking. Do this for at least 21 days consistently so that positive change can take affect in your life.

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  Science for a Green New Deal -...

  Eric A. Davidson

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  Since it was first proposed in the US House of Representatives, the Green New Deal has been hotly debated. The intent was not simply to fight climate change or address a specific environmental concern, but rather to tackle how climate change and other environmental challenges affect the economy, the vulnerable, and social justice—and vice versa. 
   
   
   
  In Science for a Green New Deal, Eric Davidson dissects this legislative resolution. He also shows how green new deal thinking offers a framework for a convergence of the natural sciences, social science, economics, and community engagement to develop holistic policy solutions to the most pressing issues of our day. Davidson weaves the case for linkages among multiple global crises, including a pandemic that has reversed progress on fighting poverty and hunger, an acceleration of climate change, and a renewed awareness of profound social injustices highlighted by the Black Lives Matter movement. 
   
   
   
  Illustrating these points with his personal life experiences as a child growing up in Montana and as a famed researcher leading a large scientific society, Davidson relates these complex challenges to our everyday lives and decision-making. Science for a Green New Deal is a realistic and optimistic look at how we can attain a more sustainable, prosperous, and just future.

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  Machine Learning Mastery:...

  Daniel Foster

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  Machine Learning Mastery: Shaping the Future with Algorithms: Unlocking Insights Through Predictive Machine Learning is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the fast-paced field of machine learning. The ideas, techniques, and applications of machine learning are covered in detail in this book, which is suitable for both new and experienced users. 
  In its parts, the book breaks down difficult ideas like supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning in a way that is easy to understand. Readers will learn how to use strong algorithms to get useful information from very large datasets. This will help them make smart choices in many fields, such as technology, healthcare, and finance. 
  One thing that makes this book stand out is that it combines theoretical background with real-life examples and hands-on tasks. This gives readers the skills to use well-known computer languages and frameworks to implement machine learning techniques, which helps them fully grasp how these algorithms work in real life. 
  Also, the book stresses how important prediction modeling is and shows how data-driven insights can lead to new ideas and better operations. By the end of this journey, readers will have the information and skills they need to confidently move through the changing world of machine learning.

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  Gen AI LLM & Prompt Engineering...

  Et Tu Code

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  Gen AI, LLM & Prompt Engineering: A Comprehensive Guide 
  Unlock the potential of Generative AI, Large Language Models, and Prompt Engineering with this definitive guide. 
  This book delves into the fascinating world of generative AI, a powerful technology capable of creating new and original content, from text and images to music and code. 
  Part 1: Generative AI DemystifiedExplore the fundamentals of generative AI: Learn about its history, different types of models, training methods, and the underlying mathematics.Navigate the research landscape: Gain insights from key research papers shaping the field.Discover real-world applications: See generative AI in action across various industries, from drug discovery to product design. 
  Part 2: Mastering Large Language Models (LLMs)Demystify the inner workings of LLMs: Understand the basics of Natural Language Processing and delve into model architectures, training, and evaluation.Become an LLM developer: Learn to collect, preprocess data, design models, and fine-tune them for specific tasks.Explore popular LLMs: Discover prominent models like GPT-3 and learn how to integrate them into your applications. 
  Part 3: The Art of Prompt EngineeringUnleash the power of prompts: Understand the psychology behind effective prompts and how to craft them for optimal results.Fine-tune prompts for different models: Learn how prompts can be adapted to various AI models for specific tasks.Explore advanced techniques and future directions: Discover innovative prompt engineering methods and delve into the ethical considerations.

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