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  Bird Keeping - Everything You...

  Angie Tracks

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  This book contains 2 books, which are: 
  Birds - Selecting the right bird and creating a comfortable living environment are crucial first steps in ensuring a happy and healthy life for your feathered companion. The process begins with understanding your own lifestyle and preferences, as this will help you choose a bird species that aligns with your needs. Birds vary widely in size, temperament, and care requirements. For example, small species like canaries and finches are low-maintenance and ideal for beginners, while parrots and cockatoos demand more attention and interaction due to their intelligence and social nature. Once you’ve chosen your bird, setting up an appropriate home is the next essential step. A well-chosen cage serves as both a sanctuary and a playground for your bird, so it’s important to select one that suits its size and activity level. Smaller birds require less space but still benefit from a cage that allows for free movement, while larger species need ample room to stretch their wings and explore. The spacing between the bars should be appropriate for your bird’s size to ensure safety and prevent escapes. 
  Parrots - Parrots are among the most captivating and intelligent birds, known for their vibrant plumage, social personalities, and remarkable ability to mimic sounds. These fascinating creatures have been companions to humans for centuries, offering not just companionship but also the joy of watching their unique behaviors and engaging in interactive activities. Whether you are a first-time parrot owner or have experience with pet birds, understanding the intricacies of parrot care and training is essential for ensuring a happy and healthy life for your feathered friend.

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  Science and Cooking - Physics...

  Anônimo

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  Based on the popular Harvard University and edX course, Science and Cooking explores the scientific basis of why recipes work. 
   
   
   
  The spectacular culinary creations of modern cuisine are the stuff of countless articles and social media feeds. But to a scientist they are also perfect pedagogical explorations into the basic scientific principles of cooking. In Science and Cooking, Harvard professors Michael Brenner, Pia Sörensen, and David Weitz bring the classroom to your kitchen to teach the physics and chemistry underlying every recipe. 
   
   
   
  Why do we knead bread? What determines the temperature at which we cook a steak, or the amount of time our chocolate chip cookies spend in the oven? Science and Cooking answers these questions and more through hands-on experiments and recipes from renowned chefs such as Christina Tosi, Joanne Chang, and Wylie Dufresne.

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  How to train your brain to fall...

  Stuart Newman

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  DST Hypno with Stu Newman is the perfect way to train your brain to fall asleep fast and sleep better.  
  This program uses guided hypnotherapy techniques, which are designed to help you reach a relaxed state of mind and body quickly.  
  These techniques allow you to access deeper levels of relaxation that will enable you to drift off into a deep, restful sleep more easily than ever before.  
  Additionally, this program offers personalized support from Stu Newman himself who can provide tips on how best use the hypnotherapy sessions for maximum benefit.  
  With DST Hypno with Stu Newman, it is possible for anyone looking for an easier way out of their sleepless nights and into peaceful slumber!

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  Agile Project Management with...

  Daniel Green

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  Embark on a transformative journey into the world of Agile Project Management with Scrum. This comprehensive guide unravels the intricacies of the Scrum framework, empowering both novices and seasoned professionals to harness the power of Agile methodologies for unparalleled project success. 
  Dive into the foundations of Agile, exploring its evolution and the fundamental principles that drive its success. Discover the heartbeat of Scrum as you navigate through roles and responsibilities, Scrum events, and essential artifacts that form the backbone of this dynamic framework. 
  The book takes you through the practical application of Scrum, from Sprint Planning to the execution of Sprints and the delivery of valuable Increments. Learn the art of adapting to change, fostering collaboration, and embracing a culture of continuous improvement within your development team. 
  Explore the crucial roles of Product Owners and Scrum Masters, delving into effective facilitation, servant leadership, and the delicate balance of prioritizing and managing the Product Backlog. Uncover the secrets of scaling Agile for larger projects, as well as the vital metrics and monitoring tools that drive project success. 
  Drawing from real-world examples and case studies, "Agile Project Management with Scrum" provides insights into overcoming common challenges, tailoring Agile for various industries, and staying ahead of future trends in Agile Project Management. With a wealth of resources and practical advice, this book equips you to navigate the complexities of modern project management with confidence and agility. 
  "Agile Project Management with Scrum" is your indispensable guide to unlocking the full potential of Scrum and revolutionizing the way you approach and deliver successful projects. Transform your project management skills and embrace a future where agility is the key to sustained success. 
   

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  Endocrinology - The Body's...

  Mike Crawford

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  The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs that produce, regulate, and secrete hormones—chemical messengers that influence nearly every physiological process in the body. These hormones control metabolism, growth and development, reproduction, mood, and overall homeostasis. Unlike the nervous system, which relies on rapid electrical signals, the endocrine system operates through the bloodstream, allowing hormones to exert long-lasting effects on target organs and tissues. 
  The endocrine system consists of several major glands, each responsible for specific hormone production. The hypothalamus, often referred to as the control center, regulates hormonal signals and maintains communication between the nervous and endocrine systems. It directs the pituitary gland, known as the "master gland," to release hormones that influence other endocrine organs. The thyroid gland regulates metabolism through thyroid hormones, while the parathyroid glands control calcium levels in the blood. The adrenal glands produce cortisol and adrenaline, essential for stress response and energy regulation. The pancreas, an organ with both endocrine and exocrine functions, plays a crucial role in blood sugar regulation through insulin and glucagon secretion. The gonads—testes in males and ovaries in females—produce sex hormones that govern reproductive functions and secondary sexual characteristics. Additionally, the pineal gland regulates sleep-wake cycles through melatonin production.

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  The View from the Shoulder - A...

  Roger Cox

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  The story of surfing in Scotland is defined by people who dared to dream in spite of the cold, from Neva MacDonald-Haig and the coffin-lid surfers of Machrihanish, who first took to the waves off the west coast in the 1930s with a little help from a local undertaker, to Andy Bennetts and the pioneers of the 1960s, who discovered many of the nation's best breaks, to contemporary big wave surfer Ben Larg, a native of the tiny island of Tiree who now travels the world riding skyscraper-sized walls of water for a living.
  Scotland is also home to a rich and distinctive surfing culture, with its own surfboard shapers, surf instructors, surf filmmakers, surf photographers and surf fashion brands, not to mention surf-inspired artists and musicians. Professional contests held at some of Scotland's best waves have drawn visits from surfing world champions including Tom Curren, Sunny Garcia and John John Florence, and in recent years Scotland's own surfers have begun to make their presence felt on the competitive stage, with the Scottish surf team featuring at the World Surfing Games and at Eurosurf after finally gaining official recognition in 2014.
  The View From the Shoulder draws together 20 years of surf journalism from the pages of The Scotsman newspaper, together with fresh context, to create a portrait of a wave-riding community like no other.

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