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  Out of the Shadow of a Giant -...

  John Gribbin, Mary Gribbin

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  The authors of Ice Age “present a well-documented argument that [Newton] owed more to the ideas of others than he admitted” (Kirkus Reviews).   Robert Hooke and Edmond Halley, whose place in history has been overshadowed by the giant figure of Newton, were pioneering scientists within their own right, and instrumental in establishing the Royal Society.   Although Newton is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientists of all time and the father of the English scientific revolution, John and Mary Gribbin uncover the fascinating story of Robert Hooke and Edmond Halley, whose scientific achievements neatly embrace the hundred years or so during which science as we know it became established. They argue persuasively that, even without Newton, science would have made a great leap forward in the second half of the seventeenth century, headed by two extraordinary figures, Hooke and Halley.   “Science readers will thank the Gribbins for restoring Hooke and Halley to the prominence that they deserve.”—Publishers Weekly   “Engaging . . . They offer proof that Hooke was an important scientist in his own right, and often had physical insights that were borrowed (usually without acknowledgement) by Newton.”—Choice

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  How to Catch a Lobster in...

  Christina Lemieux Oragona

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  An insider’s look at the daily lives of Maine’s lobster fishermen.What is it like to live and work in a lobster fishing village in one of the most remote parts of Maine? The extreme weather conditions of the Maine coast, unreliable fishing seasons and an ever-present element of danger are just a few of the challenges encountered by lobster fishermen. They must adapt to constant change and balance exploiting the natural resource for personal profit with a duty to conserve lobster stocks for future generations. Despite the challenges, most would not trade the benefits of their job—from the independence it offers to unique pastimes like lobster boat racing. These fishermen aren’t just the masters of their ships, they are the captains of their souls. From a family of four generations of lobster fishermen, Christina Lemieux Oragano provides a glimpse inside these lobstering communities and celebrates it for those lucky enough to live it—the trials, triumphs and even a few of her favorite lobster recipes.“Her first book is a comprehensive, authentic, and honest insider’s look at the life of a Maine lobsterman. The book covers the strategy involved (they don’t just plunk those traps anywhere), the complexities of the market, the perils of the profession, the finer points of lobster-boat design, and even the unwritten rules that lobstermen use to police their waters (they are strictly, if unofficially, enforced).” —Colby Magazine“With an abundance of romanticized and dramatic fishing stories on the shelves, Christina wanted to tell the story in an accurate way and felt a responsibility not just to the fishermen but to her family also.” —Machias Valley Observer “Christina lived in Cutler, worked in the industry and then interviewed a number of people to make this book possible. My first question for her is when will the next book come out?” —Maine Coastal News

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  Guide to Peter Wohlleben's The...

  Instaread

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  PLEASE NOTE: This is a companion to Peter Wohlleben’s The Hidden Life of Trees and NOT the original book. 
   
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  In The Hidden Life of Trees (2015), Peter Wohlleben shares expert insights and observations from his work as a professional forest-keeper at Eifel Mountain, Germany. Basing his theories on scientific data, Wohlleben suggests that trees are living beings that can communicate, learn, and sense pain… 
   
  Inside this companion to the book:Overview of the BookInsights from the BookImportant PeopleAuthor's Style and PerspectiveIntended Audience 
  About the Author: With Instaread, you can get the notes and insights from a book in 15 minutes or less. Visit our website at instaread.co.

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  Power in the Wild - The Subtle...

  Lee Alan Dugatkin

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  The quest for power in animals is so much richer, so much more nuanced than who wins what knock-down, drag-out fight. Indeed, power struggles among animals often look more like an opera than a boxing match. Tracing the path to power for over thirty different species on six continents, writer and behavioral ecologist Lee Alan Dugatkin takes us on a journey around the globe, shepherded by leading researchers who have discovered that in everything from hyenas to dolphins, bonobos to field mice, cichlid fish to cuttlefish, copperhead snakes to ravens, and meerkats to mongooses, power revolves around spying, deception, manipulation, forming and breaking up alliances, complex assessments of potential opponents, building social networks, and more. Power pervades every aspect of the social life of animals: what they eat, where they eat, where they live, whom they mate with, how many offspring they produce, whom they join forces with, and whom they work to depose. In some species, power can even change an animal's sex. Nor are humans invulnerable to this magnificently intricate melodrama: Dugatkin's tales of the researchers studying power in animals are full of unexpected pitfalls, twists and turns, serendipity, and the pure joy of scientific discovery.

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  Biology for Students - The Only...

  Leonel Travers

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  Are you about to go into a biology class and want to be prepared for all the material inside? Or maybe your in a bio 101 class and you need help understanding some of concepts. 
  Inside this book you will be given a thorough breakdown of all the fundamentals of biology from the simple one to the complex ones. Every single chapter has practice questions and answers to make sure you've really understood everything. 
  Inside, you will discover...Cell reproductionGeneticsCell respiration and photosynthesisCell transport and communicationsVirusesThe structure of matterAnd much, much more... 
  Grab your copy today by clicking the "Buy Now" button above.

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  Anxiety - Self Hypnosis

  Katie Scardifield

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  Hello and welcome to your Anxiety self-hypnosis track. THIS AUDIOBOOK IS OUR ENTRY LEVEL SELF HELP GUIDE TO FREEDOM. 
  Anxiety can be a crippling experience that lowers your quality of life and leaves you feeling powerless. Overwhelming stress can lead to this state of emotion but it doesn't have to control your life. 
  This track will guide you into a deeply relaxed state. As you listen and become deeply relaxed and receptive, you absorb the hypnotic suggestions to make these powerful changes happen, and as this happens your confidence develops, you feel clarity and your able to handle everything in a calm, easy and relaxed way. 
  As a accredited practicing hypnotherapist, I use these same advanced techniques when seeing my clients, which always bring amazing results. 
  The benefits of using this track:stop anxiety and grow confidencebecome calm and strongeranxious reactions just fade awayboost your energy and moodexperience improved sleep 
  Do not use while driving or operating machinery. If you have a medical condition such as schizophrenia or a heart condition, consult a doctor before use. 
  Written & Narrated by Katie Scardifield. www.kthypnotherapy.com 
  Produced and Published by Union Meditation Publications. 2021. All Rights Reserved.

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