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  Off-Earth - Ethical Questions...

  Erika Nesvold

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  Can we do better in space than we've done here on Earth? 
   
   
   
  We've pinpointed the destination, refined the technology, designed the habitat. Are we forgetting something? A timely reminder that it's not just rocket science, this book explores the all-too-human issues raised by the prospect of settling in outer space. Accordingly, her work highlights the complex ethical challenges that accompany any other-worldly venture—questions about the environment, labor rights, and medical ethics, among others. 
   
   
   
  Any such venture, Nesvold contends, must be made on behalf of all humanity, with global input and collaboration. Off-Earth thus includes historical and contemporary examples from outside the dominant Western/US, abled, and privileged narrative of the space industry. Nesvold calls on experts in ethics, sociology, history, social justice, and law to launch a hopeful conversation about the potential ethical pitfalls of becoming a multi-planet species—and, ideally, to shed light on similar problems we presently face here on Earth. 
   
   
   
  Space settlement is rapidly becoming ever more likely. Will it look like the utopian vision of Star Trek? Or the dark future of Star Wars? Nesvold challenges us to decide.

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  The Plague

  Anónimo

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  The Plague explores the profound changes and enduring continuities that shaped European society in the wake of the Black Death and other crises of the 1300s. Through a series of thematic chapters, the book examines the resilience of communities, the evolution of social and economic structures, the persistence of faith, and the seeds of cultural and intellectual transformation. Far from being an age of unmitigated darkness, the fourteenth century emerges as a dynamic period of adaptation, creativity, and the quiet beginnings of the modern world.

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  The Secret Lives Of Anglers -...

  T.E.WEST

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  For the average Joe, fishing may be considered a pretty tedious affair… 
  Long hours spent on the bank by some muddy pond in the middle of nowhere, hunched over a rod, waiting for a bite. 
  Early starts, foul weather, wriggling worms and writhing maggots are enough to turn most people off straight away. But for the staunch angler, this sweeping assumption couldn’t be further from the truth… 
  From wild conspiracies and wacky theories to absurd angling drama, the sport of fishing is more bizarre than most could ever imagine. From the ridiculous ghost story of a man-eating catfish to glorious angling embellishments, The Secret Lives Of Anglers reveals the hidden truths of this puzzling pastime.

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  Distributed Programming for...

  Saimon Carrie

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  Dive into the world of distributed programming with confidence using "Distributed Programming for Beginners." Whether you're a novice programmer or an experienced developer looking to expand your skill set, this comprehensive guide equips you with the knowledge and techniques needed to build scalable and reliable distributed systems from the ground up. 
  From understanding the core concepts of distributed computing to mastering essential programming techniques, this book provides a step-by-step journey through the fascinating realm of distributed programming. You'll explore the history and evolution of distributed computing, uncovering the benefits and challenges it presents in today's technology landscape. 
  With a focus on practicality, "Distributed Programming for Beginners" covers fundamental concepts such as concurrency, parallelism, communication protocols, fault tolerance, and scalability in a clear and accessible manner. You'll learn how to choose the right hardware and software components, set up development environments, and employ basic distributed programming techniques effectively. 
  Delving deeper, the book guides you through the intricacies of working with distributed databases, including understanding the CAP theorem, data partitioning, consistency models, and replication strategies. Armed with this knowledge, you'll be ready to design, develop, and deploy your first distributed application with confidence. 
  "Distributed Programming for Beginners" empowers you to tackle complex challenges with ease. With its practical approach, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises, this book serves as your indispensable companion on the journey to mastering distributed programming. Unlock the potential of distributed systems and embark on a path to building scalable and resilient applications that meet the demands of today's interconnected world. 
   

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  Be An Awesome GP - 50 challenges...

  Dr Christopher J Timms

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  General practice is in crisis. 
  Family doctors face numerous challenges, from emerging ones like social media influencers through to age old problems like finding more time in the day. In this book, Dr Christopher Timms outlines the challenges a modern primary care physician in Australia faces, in pursuit of being an Awesome GP. 
  Dr Timms examines fifty common challenges in general practice and the principles he has drawn from them. The modern family doctor must navigate serving patients, serving ourselves, working in a team, persisting old challenges and new ones that have arisen. He provides a humorous and insightful look at how we can find a way through these challenges to serve our patients better. Never have we needed good primary care more. 
  This audiobook is an essential listen for any doctor working in general practice, as well as anyone who wants to understand the challenges faced by family doctors today. Available for the price of a cup of coffee to be read over a cup of coffee. 
  Get your copy today!

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  A Pocket Guide to Pigeon...

  Rosemary Mosco

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  Part field guide, part history, part ornithology primer, and altogether fun. 
   
   
   
  Fact: Pigeons are amazing, and until recently, humans adored them. We've kept them as pets, held pigeon beauty contests, raced them, used them to carry messages over battlefields, harvested their poop to fertilize our crops—and cooked them in gourmet dishes. Now, with A Pocket Guide to Pigeon Watching, listeners can rediscover the wonder. Equal parts field guide and quirky history, it covers behavior: Why they coo; how they flock; how they preen, kiss, and mate (monogamously); and how they raise their young (on chunky pigeon milk). Anatomy and identification, from Birmingham Roller to the American Giant Runt to the Scandaroon. Birder issues, like what to do if you find a baby pigeon stranded in the park. And our lively shared story together, including all the things we've taught them—Ping-Pong, for example. "Rats with wings?" Think again. 
   
   
   
  Pigeons coo, peck and nest all over the world, yet most of us treat them with indifference or disdain. So Rosemary Mosco, a bird-lover, science communicator, writer, and cartoonist, is here to give the pigeon's image a makeover, and to help every town- and city-dweller get closer to nature by discovering the joys of birding through pigeon-watching.

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