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  Creative Evolution

  Henri Bergson

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  Henri Bergson’s highly influential book, ‘Creative Evolution’ (‘Evolution Creatrice’, 1907) established a theory of evolution - called ‘Creative Evolution Theory’ - which gained a considerable following in the first half of the 20th Century. It also helped the author to win the Nobel Prize in 1927 for his work investigating the origins of biological information and divergence in the evolutionary process.  
   
  In this work, Bergson seeks an alternative explanation as to how new forms of life emerge compared to those prevailing at the time. This included both the ‘mechanistic’ or deterministic explanations of biological science on the one hand, and on the other the ‘finalist’ or strictly teleological explanation of those who believed in the hand of a ‘Creator’ or God, coordinating life in a divine plan. 
   
  Creative Evolution proposes a third explanation in what Bergson calls élan vital’ or ‘vital impetus’, a force that infuses all matter and drives it forward into an ever-changing and infinite variety of living forms. This appears as a vital impetus that can also be related to humanity’s own creative life force. Bergson’s book builds on his ‘Theory of Time’ as set forth in works such as ‘Matter and Memory’ and ‘Time and Free Will’.  In these works, and in the present volume, Bergson sees continuous ‘duration’ as real time, as opposed to the way in which time is divided up into measured units by the ‘organising’ mind of science. 
   
  Life, as we really experience it, is subject to constant change and our tendency to explain evolutionary change by looking only at ‘ends’ achieved rather than the processes by which they emerge, divorces us from the life force itself.  
   
  Instead, Bergson feels we need to reengage with our instincts as well as with our intelligence in order to understand the evolutionary process, as both co-exist to some extent within us, all forms of life having a common origin in that instinctual, innate knowledge of simpler life forms. Though these may be unconscious or semi-conscious, they are, in Bergson’s view, much more in touch with the ever-changing nature of real time than the analytical and rational knowledge of our species 
   
  As he writes:  “Our thought, in its purely logical form, is incapable of presenting the true nature of life, the full meaning of the evolutionary movement. Created by life, in definite circumstances, to act on definite things, how can it embrace life, of which it is only an emanation or an aspect?”  
   
  It is to attempt an answer to this question that ‘Creative Evolution’ directs its attention.

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  The Unfettered Urologist - What...

  Martha Boone

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  “Dr. Boone shares her insight into common urology problems with the great integrity I’ve witnessed for 35 years. A must read for patients and doctors alike.” —Raju Thomas, MD, FACS, Professor and Chair of Urology, Tulane University Medical SchoolMany patients leave the doctor's office feeling frustrated and rushed, with unanswered questions.It's a common concern—that by expediting a patient's visit, doctors may miss important information for the sake of brevity. And for patients seeking to discuss alternative therapies outside of conventional medicine, they especially need time to discuss and confirm the truth of their personal research.In The Unfettered Urologist, readers will learn and benefit from the opinions, intuition, and common sense of Martha B. Boone, MD—a urologist with over thirty years of working experience and fifteen years of collegiate study. Those seeking detailed insight into the world of urology will learn what Dr. Boone always wanted to tell her patients, but could never pack into a fifteen-minute office visit.The Unfettered Urologist explains:Common urology problems and options for readers to start treatment at home, with the confidence of an experienced specialistInside information not available in medical texts or medical websitesImportant questions to facilitate office visits when neededWhen to save healthcare dollars for prevention and treatment (prior to seeing a doctor)The inner workings of the medical profession and thus be able to better utilize the systemTrue stories of medical scenarios and real-life casesHealing techniques outside of conventional medicine that have worked in conjunction with traditional medicineIn some cases, how to avoid invasive proceduresEntertaining, informative, and packed with unexpected insight, The Unfettered Urologist leads readers through the health care system with humor and candor.

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  World Energy Transitions Outlook...

  International Renewable Energy...

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  This first volume of the 2023 Outlook provides an overview of progress by tracking implementation and gaps across all energy sectors, and identifies priority areas and actions based on available technologies that must be realised by 2030 to achieve net zero emissions by mid-century.

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  The Little Book of Data -...

  Justin Evans

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  Read by the author.  
  Data is not about number crunching. It’s about ideas. And when used properly (read: ethically), it is the problem solver of our time. 
  Yet many savvy people seem to be in data denial: they don’t think they need to understand data, or it’s too complicated, or worse, using it is somehow unethical. Yet as data and AI (just an accelerated way to put data to work) move to the center of professional and civic life, every professional and citizen needs to harness this power. 
  In The Little Book of Data, each chapter illustrates one of the core principles of solving problems with data by featuring an expert who has solved a big problem with data—from the entrepreneur creating a “loneliness score” to the epidemiologist trying to save lives by finding disease “hotspots.” 
  The stories are told in a fast-moving, vivid, sometimes comic style, and cover a wide frame of reference from adtech to climate tech, the bubonic plague, tiny submarines, genomics, railroads, bond ratings, and meat grading. (That’s right. Meat.) 
  Along the way Evans injects lessons from his own career journey and offers practical thought-starters for readers to apply to their own organizations. 
  By reading The Little Book of Data, you will achieve the fluency to apply your data superpowers to your own mission and challenges—and you will have fun along the way. 
  You will be, in other words, a data person.

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  Ultimate AWS Data Engineering -...

  Rathish Mohan

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  Unlock the Power of AWS Data Engineering and Build Smarter Pipelines for Data-Driven Success.
  Book Description
  In today’s data-driven era, mastering AWS data engineering is key to building scalable, secure pipelines that drive innovation and decision-making. Ultimate AWS Data Engineering is your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of building robust, cost-effective, and fault-tolerant data pipelines on AWS. Designed for data professionals and enthusiasts, this book begins with foundational concepts and progressively explores advanced techniques, equipping you with the skills to tackle real-world challenges.
  Throughout the chapters, you’ll dive deep into the core principles of data replication, partitioning, and load balancing, while gaining hands-on experience with AWS services like S3, DynamoDB, Redshift, and Glue. Learn to design resilient data architectures, optimize performance, and ensure seamless data transformation—all while adhering to best practices in cost-efficiency and security.
  Table of Contents
  1. Unveiling the Secrets of Data Engineering
  2. Architecting for Scalability: Data Replication Techniques
  3. Partitioning and Sharding: Optimizing Data Management
  4. Ensuring Consistency: Consensus Mechanisms and Models
  5. Balancing the Load: Achieving Performance and Efficiency
  6. Building Fault-Tolerant Architectures
  7. Exploring the Realm of AWS Data Storage Services
  8. Orchestrating Data Flow
  9. Advanced Data Pipelines and Transformation
  10. Data Warehousing Demystified
  11. Visualizing the Unseen
  12. AWS Machine Learning: Classic AI to Generative AI
  13. Advanced Data Engineering with AWS      
  
  Index

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  Affirmations For Stress Relief

  Affirmationally Inspired

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  "Affirmations for Stress Relief" is a soothing audiobook designed to help you unwind and find peace. This single session features a calming female voice guiding you through positive affirmations, set against a backdrop of tranquil music. Each affirmation is crafted to reduce stress and promote relaxation, helping you center yourself and find inner calm. Perfect for moments of anxiety or daily use, this audiobook is your companion for stress relief, providing a gentle and reassuring presence whenever you need it. Let these affirmations nurture your mind and spirit, guiding you to a place of serenity.

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