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  Projectland Goes to the Movies -...

  Dawn Mahan, Jerry Manas

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  THE BLOCKBUSTER GUIDE TO PROJECT SUCCESS IS NOW PLAYING 
  Imagine if your projects could be blockbuster hits. As anyone who has ever led a project successfully can attest, this journey demands meticulous planning, negotiation skills, and a keen awareness of the terrain, risks, allies, and foes. If this sounds like a movie you've seen, you're probably right. 
  IN PROJECTLAND, THE SCRIPT FOR SUCCESS IS WRITTEN IN THE MOVIES. 
  Welcome to Projectland, where projects are the main event, distinct from the routine of business-as-usual. In Projectland Goes to the Movies, 22 A-list project management gurus and subject matter experts share their top lessons from their favorite films. 
  Script your success with practical insights from the silver screen, including: 
  • Problem-solving from The Martian 
  • Team building from 12 Angry Men 
  • Sponsorship savvy from Jurassic Park 
  • Leadership from Wonder Woman 
  • Stakeholder engagement from School of Rock 
  • And many more! 
  Grab your popcorn and get ready to roll out the red carpet for your next project! 
  CONTRIBUTING AUTHORS & THEIR FEATURED FILMS 
  In Order of Appearance 
  Grayson & Laura Barnard - Moneyball (2011) 
  Ruth Pearce - V for Vendetta (2005) 
  Dr. Mark Kozak-Holland - The Great Escape (1963) 
  Justus Aiyela - Oceans 11 (2001) 
  Bruno Morgante - Fantozzi (1975) 
  Jerry Manas - Star Wars (1980) 
  Chris Clews - Ghostbusters (1984) 
  James Evans - The Martian (2015) 
  Rachel Mussell & Michael Schafer - The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring (2001) 
  Joe Pusz - 12 Angry Men (1957) 
  Marie Villegas - Wonder Woman (2017) 
  Tanya Boyd - Aliens (1986) 
  Dr. Haukur Ingi Jónasson - The Fires (2025) 
  Dr. Mike Clayton - Apollo 13 (1995) 
  Dawn Mahan - The Italian Job (2003) 
  Rosalind Guy - The Man from Snowy River (1982) 
  Rosalin Walcott - The Greatest Night in Pop (2024) 
  Michael Schafer - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) 
  Jesse Middaugh - Jurassic Park (1993) 
  Rachel Mussell - School of Rock (2003) 
  John Salah - Cash Out (2024) 
  Dave Lozinger - Top Gun (1986)

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  Beyond the Buzz - A Modern Guide...

  Misty Lake

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. "Beyond the Buzz skillfully blends personal stories and well-researched data to shed light on the often overlooked aspects and benefits of cannabis use, presenting complex information in an accessible and engaging way that educates and empowers readers" ~ Paula Black, healing coach and author of Life, Cancer and God 
  ★★★★★ 
   
  Cannabis is transforming health and well-being across diverse groups, from CEOs to creatives, by offering benefits through therapeutic and recreational use. Guide provides insights into: 
  • The historical influence of cannabis on modern medicine. 
  • The science of cannabinoids like CBD and THC. 
  • The connection between the endocannabinoid system and various health issues, with tips for support. 
  • Responsible cannabis use and when to take breaks. 
  • Choosing the right products and methods for optimal results. 
   
  Beyond the Buzz is a practical handbook for anyone interested in harnessing the benefits of cannabis, equipping readers with informed choices for wellness. 
   
  "A coherent framework for understanding cannabis — historically, biologically, and practically — without turning it into either hype or fear-based messaging. It felt designed to help people make smarter, more intentional choices rather than blindly following trends." ~ Jennifer Steinbachs, ND, PhD, Syringa Wellness, Sandpoint, ID 
  ★★★★★ 
   
  "Even as a fellow cannabis author, I learned a great deal from this book. Beyond the Buzz is both accessible and authoritative, and I recommend it for anyone wishing to learn more about this helpful plant." ~ Danielle Simone Brand, MA, Author of Weed Mom 
  ★★★★★

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  Mastering OpenCV with Python -...

  Ayush Vaishya

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  Unlocking Visual Insights: OpenCV Made Simple and Powerful. 
   
  
  
   
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  "Mastering OpenCV with Python" immerses you in the captivating realm of computer vision, with a structured approach that equips you with the knowledge and skills essential for success in this rapidly evolving field. 
   
  
  
   
  From grasping the fundamental concepts of image processing and OpenCV to mastering advanced techniques such as neural networks and object detection, you will gain a comprehensive understanding. Each chapter is enriched with hands-on exercises and real-world projects, ensuring the acquisition of practical skills that can be immediately applied in your professional journey. 
   
  
  
   
  This book not only elevates your technical proficiency but also prepares you for a rewarding career. The technological job landscape is constantly evolving, and professionals who can harness the potential of computer vision are in high demand. 
   
  
  
   
  By mastering the skills and insights contained within these pages, you will be well-prepared to explore exciting career opportunities, ranging from machine learning engineering to computer vision research. This book is your ticket to a future filled with innovation and professional advancement within the dynamic world of computer vision. 
   
  
  
   
  Table of Contents
  
  1. Introduction to Computer Vision
  2. Getting Started with Images
  3. Image Processing Fundamentals
  4. Image Operations
  5. Image Histograms
  6. Image Segmentation
  7. Edges and Contours
  8. Machine Learning with Images
  9. Advanced Computer Vision Algorithms
  10. Neural Networks
  11. Object Detection Using OpenCV
  12. Projects Using OpenCV   
  Index

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  Resetting the Alarm in Long...

  Dr Murli Krishna

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  Resetting the Alarm in Long COVID is a calm, evidence-informed, and patient-focused audiobook for people living with persistent symptoms after COVID-19 — especially those who feel unheard, confused, or unsure why their body has not returned to normal. 
  Many people with Long COVID continue to experience fatigue, brain fog, breathlessness, palpitations, pain, dizziness, and gut symptoms long after the initial infection has cleared. Often, medical tests appear normal, leaving patients feeling dismissed or uncertain about what is happening. 
  This audiobook offers a clear, compassionate explanation of Long COVID that goes beyond the virus itself — focusing on the role of the nervous system and how prolonged dysregulation can drive very real physical symptoms. Using accessible, non-technical language, it explains concepts such as sickness behaviour, autonomic imbalance, and why standard treatments and rehabilitation approaches do not always lead to full recovery. 
  A central section of the audiobook explores stellate ganglion block (SGB) — a targeted procedure that has gained growing attention as a potential option for some people with Long COVID. You will learn what SGB is, how it works, why it may help certain symptoms, who might be an appropriate candidate, and where its limitations lie. Importantly, SGB is not presented as a cure or guaranteed solution, but as one possible tool within a broader recovery framework. 
  The later chapters focus on what recovery looks like when it is not linear, including life after SGB, maintaining improvement, and supporting a calmer nervous system through pacing, rest, sleep, and gentle rehabilitation. 
  This audiobook is not about blame, pressure, or false promises. It is about understanding, dignity, and informed choice — offering reassurance that your symptoms are real and that a thoughtful, hopeful path forward is possible.

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  Impasse - Climate Change and the...

  Roy Scranton

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  A Next Big Idea Club "Must Read" for August 2025! 
   
  Extreme heat, fires, floods, and storms are transforming our planet. Yet we get increasing emissions, divisive politics, and ersatz solutions that offer more of the same: more capitalism, more complexity, more "progress." 
   
  The impasse we face is not only political and institutional, but cognitive, existential, and narrative. We're incapable of grasping the scale, speed, and impact of global warming. And we optimistically cling to a narrative that promises a better tomorrow if we just keep doing what we're doing. 
   
  It's past time to free ourselves from our dangerous and dogmatic faith. Such unwarranted optimism will accelerate our disintegration. If we want to have hope for the future, it must be grounded in a recognition of human limits—a view Scranton calls ethical pessimism. 
   
  Scranton describes the challenges we face in making sense of our predicament, from problems in communication to questions of justice, from the inherent biases in human perception to the difficulties of empirical knowledge. What emerges is a challenging but hopeful proposition: if we have the courage to accept our limits, we may find a way to embrace our future.

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  The System of the World

  Isaac Newton

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  "One law to rule the stars, the tides, and the falling apple."
  
  In The System of the World, Isaac Newton takes his rigorous mathematical proofs and applies them to the vast canvas of the cosmos. This is the work where the abstract becomes tangible. Newton explains with startling clarity how the same force that pulls an object to the ground keeps the Moon in its orbit and the planets in their dance around the Sun. He demystifies the movement of comets, the bulging of the Earth at its equator, and the rhythmic pulling of the tides. It is a foundational text of the Scientific Revolution, representing the moment humanity finally grasped the invisible threads that hold the physical world together.
  
  The Unity of the Heavens and Earth: Before Newton, many believed the laws of Earth and the laws of the Heavens were entirely separate. The System of the World shatters this divide. Newton's "Universal Law of Gravitation" proves that the universe is a unified system, predictable and governed by elegant, unchanging laws.
  
  A Blueprint for Modern Astronomy: Newton uses this work to calculate the masses of planets and explain the perturbations in their orbits. His insights into the "Great Comet of 1680" proved that even these seemingly chaotic visitors follow the same elliptical paths as the planets, bringing order to the last frontier of the night sky.
  
  Why It Is a Scientific Landmark: The System of the World is more than a physics book; it is the birth of the modern world. It moved humanity away from superstition and toward a universe that could be measured, understood, and explored. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the origins of the mechanical age and the leap in logic that allowed us to eventually reach the stars.
  
  Witness the logic of the cosmos. Purchase "The System of the World" today.

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