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  The Philosophy of Social Ecology...

  Murray Bookchin, Todd McGowan

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  What is nature? What is humanity's place in nature? And what is the relationship of society to the natural world? In an era of ecological breakdown, answering these questions has become of momentous importance for our everyday lives and for the future that we and other life-forms face. In the essays of The Philosophy of Social Ecology, Murray Bookchin confronts these questions head on: invoking the ideas of mutualism, self-organization, and unity in diversity, in the service of ever expanding freedom. 
   
   
   
  Refreshingly polemical and deeply philosophical, these essays take issue with technocratic and mechanistic ways of understanding and relating to, and within, nature. More importantly, they develop a solid, historically and politically based ethical foundation for social ecology, the field that Bookchin himself created and that offers us hope in the midst of our climate catastrophe.

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  A Brief History of the...

  Sally Coulthard

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  A Waterstones Best Book of 2024: Nature Writing 
  The untold story of rural Britain revealed through its artefacts 
  'A really lovely, fascinating book. I dived straight into this clever, joyous, celebration of nature, history, and – of course – the countryside.' Charles Spencer, author of The White Ship 
  For most of human history, we were rural folk.  
  Our daily lives were bound up with working the land, living within the rhythm of the seasons. We poured our energies into growing food, tending to animals and watching the weather. Family, friends and neighbours were often one and the same. Life revolved around the village and its key spaces and places – the church, the green, the school and the marketplace. 
  And yet rural life is oddly invisible our historical records. The daily routine of the peasant, the farmer or the craftsperson could never compete with the glamour of city life, war and royal drama. Lives went unrecorded, stories untold. 
  There is, though, one way in which we can learn about our rural past. The things we have left behind provide a connection that no document can match; physical artefacts are touchstones that breathe life into its history. From farming tools to children’s toys, domestic objects and strange curios, the everyday items of the past reveal fascinating insights into an often-forgotten way of life. Birth, death, celebration, work, crime, play, medicine, beliefs, diet and our relationship with nature can all be read from these remnants of our past. 
  From ancient artefacts to modern-day memorabilia, this startling book weaves a rich tapestry from the fragments of our rural past. 
  In her non-fiction book A Brief History of the Countryside in 100 Objects, Sally Coulthard explores the social and cultural dynamics of rural life in Europe. The book, steeped in anthropology and environmental conservation, emphasises the importance of regional studies and the protection of our environment. 
  For fans of Jane Cooper (The Lost Flock), Charles King (Every Valley), Lee Alan Dugatkin (Mr. Jefferson and the Giant Moose), James Rebanks (The Shepherd's View), and Clara Parkes (Vanishing Fleece). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  Six Easy Pieces - Essentials of...

  Richard P. Feynman

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  Learn how to think like a physicist from a Nobel laureate and "one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century" (New York Review of Books) with these six classic and beloved lessons It was Richard Feynman's outrageous and scintillating method of teaching that earned him legendary status among students and professors of physics. From 1961 to 1963, Feynman delivered a series of lectures at the California Institute of Technology that revolutionized the teaching of physics around the world. Six Easy Pieces, taken from these famous Lectures on Physics, represent the most accessible material from the series. In these classic lessons, Feynman introduces the general reader to the following topics: atoms, basic physics, energy, gravitation, quantum mechanics, and the relationship of physics to other topics. With his dazzling and inimitable wit, Feynman presents each discussion with a minimum of jargon. Filled with wonderful examples and clever illustrations, Six Easy Pieces is the ideal introduction to the fundamentals of physics by one of the most admired and accessible physicists of modern times. "If one book was all that could be passed on to the next generation of scientists it would undoubtedly have to be Six Easy Pieces."- John Gribbin, New Scientist

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  Information Theory for Beginners...

  James Ferry

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  "Information Theory for Beginners: Demystifying Information Theory. A Beginner's Guide" is an accessible and comprehensive beginner's guide that unravels the complexities of information theory, making it easily understandable for readers new to the subject. Whether you're a student, researcher, or enthusiast eager to delve into the fascinating world of information theory, this book serves as your indispensable companion on the journey to mastering this fundamental discipline. 
  In this book, author [Insert Author Name] takes readers on a captivating exploration of information theory, from its foundational principles to its practical applications in various fields. Through clear explanations, illustrative examples, and engaging anecdotes, readers will gain a deep understanding of key concepts such as entropy, Shannon's information theory, coding theory, and more. 
  With a focus on simplicity and clarity, "Information Theory for Beginners" breaks down complex topics into digestible chunks, empowering readers to grasp the underlying principles of information theory without getting lost in technical jargon. Whether you're interested in understanding the mathematics behind data compression, error correction, or cryptography, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the intricacies of information theory with confidence. 
  "Information Theory for Beginners: Demystifying Information Theory. A Beginner's Guide" is not just a book—it's your gateway to unlocking the secrets of information theory and gaining a deeper appreciation for the remarkable insights and innovations that have emerged from this field. Whether you're embarking on your academic journey or simply seeking to broaden your intellectual horizons, this beginner's guide will inspire and enlighten you on the fascinating journey through the world of information theory. 
   

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  New York's Secret Subway - The...

  Matthew Algeo

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  In the nineteenth century, Manhattan's streets were so choked with pedestrians, horses, vehicles, and vendors that a trip from City Hall to Central Park could take hours. Alfred Beach had the perfect solution: build a giant pneumatic tube underneath Broadway from the Battery to Harlem. Air pressure would shoot passengers up and down the island in clean, quiet carriages. But Beach was up against the operators of the horse-drawn streetcars and the politicians in their pay, most conspicuously William M. Tweed, the notorious "Boss" of Tammany Hall.New York's Secret Subway: The Underground Genius of Alfred Beach and the Origins of Mass Transit tells a classic story of good versus evil, pitting the mild-mannered Beach, a visionary inventor and entrepreneur, against the oafish tyrant Tweed, the exemplar of corruption in the Gilded Age. It also tells the story of one of the most astonishing feats of engineering in American history, the surreptitious creation of the nation's first operational subway. Unfortunately, political lethargy and greed would conspire to deny the city a subway for another thirty years. Yet Alfred Beach still proved conclusively the feasibility of underground railways in Manhattan, and paved the way for modern mass transportation systems. Although this true story took place more than a century ago, it will at times sound surprisingly familiar.

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  Stories from the cockpit

  Audio4You, Michael Weber

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  Exciting and funny stories from the cockpit collected by a pilot during his 30 year flying career. Michael Weber, an experienced pilot, tells stories from the cockpit from the perspective of a pilot. Numerous incidents remain hidden from passengers because the door to the cockpit is closed. Pilots are only human and mistakes happen in the cockpit like everywhere else. In this book, experience the perspective from the cockpit on an entertaining and funny way.

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