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  Novelty - A History of the New

  Michael North

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  If art and science have one thing in common, it’s a hunger for the new—new ideas and innovations, new ways of seeing and depicting the world. But that desire for novelty carries with it a fundamental philosophical problem: If everything has to come from something, how can anything truly new emerge? Is novelty even possible? In Novelty, Michael North takes us on a dazzling tour of more than two millennia of thinking about the problem of the new, from the puzzles of the pre-Socratics all the way up to the art world of the 1960s and ’70s. The terms of the debate, North shows, were established before Plato, and have changed very little since: novelty, philosophers argued, could only arise from either recurrence or recombination. The former, found in nature’s cycles of renewal, and the latter, seen most clearly in the workings of language, between them have accounted for nearly all the ways in which novelty has been conceived in Western history, taking in reformation, renaissance, invention, revolution, and even evolution. As he pursues this idea through centuries and across disciplines, North exhibits astonishing range, drawing on figures as diverse as Charles Darwin and Robert Smithson, Thomas Kuhn and Ezra Pound, Norbert Wiener and Andy Warhol, all of whom offer different ways of grappling with the idea of originality. Novelty, North demonstrates, remains a central problem of contemporary science and literature—an ever-receding target that, in its complexity and evasiveness, continues to inspire and propel the modern. A heady, ambitious intellectual feast, Novelty is rich with insight, a masterpiece of perceptive synthesis.

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  The Gift of the Unexpected -...

  Jillian Benfield

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  What if the unexpected is the beginning of becoming your truest self?  
   
  Jillian Benfield was living life in the spotlight as a TV journalist, but after receiving a life-altering diagnosis for her unborn son, she realized no camera-ready outfit could dress up her grief.  
   
  Overcoming this unexpected circumstance wasn't an option. She would have to undergo it instead. In doing so, she discovered who she was and who God wanted her to become.  
   
  In this riveting story filled with grit and grace, Jillian helps you: 
   
  ● break down the false constructs you've built around God and your identity 
  ● learn to feel your pain in a healing way 
  ● discover how your internal transformation leads to external purpose 
   
  No matter what you're going through, you're invited to open this gift: The Gift of the Unexpected. 
   
  "Intense. Stunning. Needed. Jillian's words will help you discover beauty in the unexpected."--LESLIE MEANS, creator of Her View From Home 
  	 
  "Thoughtful and honest, Jillian's story of transformation reminds us that God is present and pursuing us, even in the most unexpected moments of our lives. Read and be changed."--KAYLA CRAIG, author of To Light Their Way and creator of Liturgies for Parents

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  Social Capital: Life online in...

  Aoife Barry

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  A David and Goliath story about Ireland’s role as prime real estate for the world’s largest tech multinationals, and the considerable impact it has had on us as individuals. 
  At the start of the millennium, the Tech giants landed on Ireland’s shores. Dublin, once one of Europe’s poorest cities, became a beacon of Silicon Valley’s promise of progress and power. As the face of the capital was remade in the image of Big Tech, Irish society embraced technology like no other. Romantic Ireland was dead and gone: social media was here to stay. 
  In this provocative account, Aoife Barry explores the human cost of Ireland’s Faustian pact with Big Tech, from the local communities uprooted by Google to the traumatised moderators squirrelled in the capital’s pockets, keeping the internet safe at a terrible price. Unsettling, insightful, and wryly funny, she paints a portrait of a country addicted to the internet, refreshing the news, refreshing Twitter, scrolling and scrolling towards a feverish future. She turns an equally honest eye on her own life online, from her humble beginnings using dial-up in her parent’s kitchen to working for Ireland’s first digital-only newsroom, and asks what we bargain in exchange for life in the metaverse. 
  Social Capital is the coming of age story of Ireland 3.0: set against the backdrop of the tech revolution, it chronicles how we collapse the boundary between physical and virtual reality, and where we might go from here. 
  Barry's new book, Social Capital, is a popular science exploration into the world of computers and information technology. It's a top pick for anyone interested in the intersection of culture, economics, and the latest developments in the tech industry. 
  For fans of Bill Gifford (Ledyard), Britney Spears (The woman in me), Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love), Bono (Surrender), and Ian H. Robertson (How Confidence Works). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Educating for a Sustainable...

  Brian Gibson

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  What if education could heal the planet, restore equity, and reimagine what it means to be human? 
  In Educating for a Sustainable Future, Brian Gibson invites readers to embark on a bold intellectual and moral journey—one that redefines learning in the age of climate crisis, social inequality, and economic uncertainty. With clarity, compassion, and vision, Gibson challenges the limitations of capitalist models that have shaped our schools, societies, and sense of purpose. 
  Drawing on critical pedagogy, ecological philosophy, and contemporary ethics, this book examines how education can become a transformative force, cultivating empathy, creativity, and sustainability in every learner. It proposes a radical rethinking of how we teach, what we value, and why we learn. 
  Through thought-provoking analysis and inspiring real-world examples, Gibson shows that true education is not about competing for success, but about co-creating a just, sustainable, and flourishing world. 
  Inside you’ll discover: 
  •	How current education systems perpetuate inequality and ecological harm 
  •	What a post-capitalist framework for learning might look like 
  •	Ways to cultivate ethical, democratic, and environmentally conscious classrooms 
  •	Strategies for aligning education with the values of justice, care, and sustainability 
  Educating for a Sustainable Future is a powerful call to educators, policymakers, and global citizens who believe that a better world begins in the classroom—and that learning itself must evolve if humanity is to thrive.

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  Memory Improvement Guidebook:...

  PETER GOLDBERG

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  Unlock the Secrets to a Stronger Memory and Sharper Mind 
  Are you struggling with forgetfulness or suspect you might have a memory disorder? If so, it's time to take action. A strong memory is crucial for both academic success and professional performance, and it all starts with the health of your brain. 
  In "Memory Improvement Guidebook," you'll discover:A Comprehensive Overview of Memory: Understand what memory is, the different types, and how it functions.The Science of the Brain: Dive into the structure of the brain, its stages, and how memory lasts.Mind Mapping Techniques: Learn how mind mapping can revolutionize the way you memorize information.Stress Management for Memory Improvement: Discover the impact of stress on memory and how to manage it effectively.Nutrition for Your Brain: Explore the relationship between food and memory and the key foods that support optimal brain health.Dealing with Memory Disorders: Get a detailed look at common memory disorders like dementia and Alzheimer's disease, including their signs, symptoms, and causes. 
  This book is a step-by-step blueprint to unlocking your true potential and acquiring powerful skills that usually take weeks or years to master. With a healthy cognitive ability, you can enhance your ability to learn new information and improve your memory, regardless of your age. 
  What step will you take today to repair your memory? 
  Click the "BUY NOW" button to embark on your journey to a healthier brain and a vital memory.

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  The Backwoods Writer Writing a...

  Leigh Macfarlane

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  Are you someone who has always wanted to write a novel but hasn't known how to start? This might be the book for you. 
  Are you someone who never in your wildest imagination considered writing a book... until recently? This might be the book for you. 
  This book contains all the things you need to know about novel writing. It discusses the parts of a novel, gives some grammar cheat sheets, and takes a specific look at the one element of grammar writers seem to struggle with the most -- the comma. As well, you will find a deep dive into writing characters, into plot, and into writing good dialogue. 
  None of that makes this book unique. What does, is that inside this book there is so much more. 
  You will find: 
  -Tips learned the hard way from an author with over twenty published books. 
  -Information on the resistance you might find inside your own mind when you try to write a novel -- and how to manage the headspace of a writer. 
  -What to learn from making big mistakes. 
  -How to do your own editing effectively. Plus, 
  -Information on publishing options as a traditional and as an indie author. 
  Leigh Macfarlane has a Master's degree in Creative Writing and has more than twenty published books to her credit. the Backwoods Writer Writing a Novel is the first of Macfarlane's educational books.

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