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  Can Medicine be Cured?

  Seamus O'Mahony

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  A fierce, honest, elegant and often hilarious debunking of the great fallacies that drive modern medicine. 
  Seamus O'Mahony writes about the illusion of progress, the notion that more and more diseases can be 'conquered' ad infinitum. He punctures the idiocy of consumerism, the idea that healthcare can be endlessly adapted to the wishes of individuals. He excoriates the claims of Big Science, the spending of vast sums on research follies like the Human Genome Project. And he highlights one of the most dangerous errors of industrialized medicine: an over-reliance on metrics, and a neglect of things that can't easily be measured, like compassion. 
  'A deeply fascinating and rousing book' MAIL ON SUNDAY 
  'What makes this book a delightful, if unsettling read, is not just O'Mahony's scholarly and witty prose, but also his brutal honesty' THE TIMES

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  Cornerstone at the Confluence -...

  Jason A. Robison

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  Signed on November 24, 1922, the Colorado River Compact is body of laws colloquially called the "Law of the River" that governs how human beings use water from the river system dubbed the "American Nile." No fewer than forty million people have come to rely on the Colorado River system in modern times—a system immersed in an unprecedented, unrelenting megadrought for more than two decades. Attempting to navigate this "new normal," policymakers are negotiating new management rules for the river system, a process coinciding with the compact's centennial that must be completed by 2026. 
   
   
   
  Animated by this remarkable confluence of events, Cornerstone at the Confluence leverages the centennial year to reflect on the compact and broader "Law of the River" to envision the future. It is a volume inviting dialogue about how the river system's flows should be apportioned given climate change, what should be done about environmental issues such as ecosystem restoration and biodiversity protection, and how long-standing issues of water justice facing Native American communities should be addressed. 
   
   
   
  These topics touch on the concept of "equity" embedded within the compact—a concept that tees up what is perhaps the foundational question confronted by Cornerstone at the Confluence: Who should have a seat at the table of Colorado River governance?

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  Fundamentals of Enterprise...

  Tanu McCabe

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  With the increasing complexity of modern cloud-based systems, an effective enterprise architecture program is more critical than ever. In this practical book, author Tanu McCabe from Capital One provides proven frameworks and practices to define an effective enterprise architecture strategy—one that will enable software and enterprise architects to create and implement great architecture strategies. 
   
   
   
  You'll learn how to create shared alignment across business and technology, embed architecture practices into processes and tooling, incorporate technology and business trends, and instill contextual understanding over siloed decision-making. Complete with examples of patterns and antipatterns, this book provides reusable templates, assessment tools, and practical advice. 
   
   
   
  With this book, you will understand exactly what enterprise architecture is, and why it's important to build an effective enterprise architecture practice; learn who needs to be involved to define and implement architecture strategies; examine common pitfalls that inhibit effective architecture strategies; assess the current state of your organization's architecture practice to identify opportunities for improvement; define your own architecture strategy at both an organizational and personal level by applying the book's frameworks; and more.

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  Crystals and Healing Stones:...

  Silvia Hill

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  Learn everything you ever wanted to know about healing crystals and see how it changes your life today! 
  Do you have a long-standing fascination with crystals and gemstones? 
  Have you heard about the powers of healing that can come from these rocks and minerals? 
  Do you want to learn about crystals and how to use them for healing? 
  If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place! This straightforward book will answer your questions and provide you with many things to think about. You can use crystals for healing; they can help you find the answers to your problems, but you must know how to use them. 
  In this book, you will: 
  ·      Understand how to use the power of crystals for healing 
  ·      Learn how to become a “crystal whisperer” 
  ·      Learn how to properly protect yourself with crystal 
  ·      Learn about true crystal healing, including heart chakra clearing and spirit work. 
  ·      Understand how to use crystals directly on your physical, emotional, and spiritual problems 
  ·      Find out more about the best crystal for your zodiac sign 
  ·      Learn how to create your crystal grids, making them as simple or as elaborate as you wish 
  ·      Learn all about chakras and their associated crystals 
  ·      Discover how to shield yourself from the Evil Eye and negativity 
  ·      Learn how to use crystals for protection from radiation and electromagnetic smog 
  Click the “add to cart” button now and discover how crystals are used to heal and protect!

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  The New World on Mars - What We...

  Robert Zubrin

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  When Robert Zubrin published his classic book The Case for Mars a quarter century ago, setting foot on the Red Planet seemed a fantasy. Today, manned exploration is certain, and as Zubrin affirms in The New World on Mars, so too is colonization. 
   
   
   
  We will settle on Mars, and with our knowledge of the planet, analyzed in depth by Dr. Zubrin, we will utilize the resources and tackle the challenges that await us. What we will we build? Populous Martian city-states producing air, water, food, power, and more. Zubrin's Martian economy will pay for necessary imports and generate income from varied enterprises, such as real estate sales—homes that are airtight and protect against cosmic space radiation, with fish-farm aquariums positioned overhead, letting in sunlight and blocking cosmic rays while providing fascinating views. Zubrin even predicts the Red Planet customs, social relations, and government that will overcome traditional forms of oppression to draw Earth immigrants. 
   
    
   
  With all of this in place, Zubrin's Red Planet will become a pressure cooker for invention, benefiting humans on Earth, Mars, and beyond. We can create this magnificent future, making life better, less fatalistic. The New World on Mars proves that there is no point killing each other over provinces and limited resources when, together, we can create planets.

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  Ultimate Midjourney for Creative...

  Pawan Nayar

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  Expand your imagination. Redefine creativity. Master the future of AI-driven art.
  Book Description
  Midjourney is revolutionizing creativity, empowering professionals to produce visually stunning, AI-driven designs with unmatched precision and impact. This book is your ultimate guide to mastering Midjourney, whether you're new to AI tools or an experienced creator ready to elevate your work to new heights.
  Start with the fundamentals of crafting effective prompts and navigating Midjourney’s features. Through 700+ striking visuals and 55+ hands-on projects, you’ll learn to refine your artistic style, design captivating compositions, and tell compelling stories using AI. Discover how to seamlessly blend creativity with technology to turn your concepts into breathtaking realities.
  Dive deeper into advanced techniques to apply Midjourney across branding, marketing, education, and personal projects. By the final chapter, you’ll possess the skills and vision to innovate and lead in your field. Whether you're aiming to enhance your career, inspire your audience, or achieve creative breakthroughs, this book is your key to unlocking limitless possibilities. Don’t just imagine—create. Start your journey to become a Creative Pro today!
  Table of Contents
  1. Introduction to Midjourney
  2. Basic Techniques in Midjourney
  3. Advanced Strategies for Midjourney
  4. Visual Storytelling and Concept Development
  5. Midjourney in Branding and Marketing Visuals
  6. Educational and Explanatory Content
  7. Publication and Editorial Design
  8. Advanced Artistic Techniques and Style Mastery
  9. Integrating Midjourney in Advanced Creative Workflows
  10. The Future of AI in Creative Industries       APPENDIX A Beyond the Said       
  
  Index

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