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  So What Does It All Mean? - The...

  Ss O'Connor

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  Why are humans neither 'good' nor 'bad'? How can so much chaos and confusion in the world actually lead to order? Why are we so often wrong when we're asked if the world's getting better? In this, the last book in The Secrets of Life quartet, SS O'Connor pulls together the threads of genetic and cultural evolution, and then adds to these the conclusions of evolutionary game theory. As he does this, he ends with an intertwined narrative that explains why so many of the phenomena of our existence may not be the mysteries we think they are, but could in fact have the same underlying logic to them. By examining the great currents at work in our collective story, the role that competition and cooperation have always played in the development of the world, and why each behavioural strategy is rational in what it's attempting to achieve, the book shows that the same cycles of collaboration and destruction have been present since time began. But while the success of these strategies may ebb and flow, it is their interaction that results in the balance and order we see around us. This current is also the consistent vector of our human history. Although we may have animal origins, and are also driven by the same need to respond to the profound Laws of Thermodynamics, we have developed our culture to the point where we can now choose to overrule so many of the instructions of our genes. Why do we do this? What are the problems that arise from our free will? How have we come to realise that self-interest is quite different from selfishness? Why have we become obsessed with the need for fairness and trust in our societies? And how have these forces resulted in us making the world a better place? Few of us believe this can be the case. But as the evidence of our progress becomes ever clearer, the series concludes by showing us why we are often wrong in our view of each other, and why we're so frequently mistaken in our pessimism about the future.

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  Invisibility - The History and...

  Gregory J. Gbur

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  A lively exploration of how invisibility has gone from science fiction to fact 
   
   
   
  Is it possible for something or someone to be made invisible? This question, which has intrigued authors of science fiction for over a century, has become a headline-grabbing topic of scientific research. 
   
   
   
  In this book, science writer and optical physicist Gregory J. Gbur traces the science of invisibility from its sci-fi origins in the nineteenth-century writings of authors such as H. G. Wells and Fitz James O'Brien to modern stealth technology, invisibility cloaks, and metamaterials. He explores the history of invisibility and its science and technology connections, including the discovery of the electromagnetic spectrum, the development of the atomic model, and quantum theory. He shows how invisibility has moved from fiction to reality, and he questions the hidden paths that lie ahead for researchers. 
   
   
   
  This is not only the story of invisibility but also the story of humankind's understanding of the nature of light itself, and of the many fascinating figures whose discoveries advanced this knowledge.

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  Chorus of Women

  Aristophanes

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  LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Chorus of Women by Aristophanes. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 21, 2012.Aristophanes was a comic playwright of ancient Athens. This poem is from the Thesmophoriazusae; meaning Women Celebrating the Festival of the Thesmophoria, sometimes also called The Poet and the Women) (Summary from Wikipedia )

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  Kanban for Beginners - A...

  Ben Rizer

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  Unlock the power of Kanban with "Kanban for Beginners: A Practical Guide to Visual Workflow Management." This comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide is designed for anyone looking to implement Kanban in their work, whether you’re part of a software development team, managing projects, or simply seeking personal productivity tools. 
  Starting with the fundamentals, the book introduces the key principles of Kanban, from visualizing workflows and limiting work-in-progress to managing flow and fostering continuous improvement. You'll learn how to set up your own Kanban board, both physical and digital, and tailor it to your team's unique needs. Practical tips for overcoming implementation challenges and optimizing performance are provided to ensure a smooth transition into a Kanban-driven approach. 
  Each chapter builds on real-world examples, offering insights into how Kanban can be applied across different industries and contexts, from software development and manufacturing to personal productivity. Discover advanced techniques like scaling Kanban for large teams and integrating it with other Agile frameworks like Scrum. 
  This guide offers step-by-step instructions, tools, and strategies to help you achieve greater efficiency, transparency, and continuous improvement. 
  Transform how you manage work with Kanban—one card at a time. 
   

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  Excel 2016 - A Comprehensive...

  Timothy C. Needham

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  Microsoft Excel is the spreadsheet application of the MS Office suite. It is widely used for storing, organizing, and analyzing data or information.  
  Every Excel file is equivalent to a workbook that is comprised of one or more worksheets. Each worksheet represents your work space which gives you further access to Excel's wide range of functions. These include data input and storage, data organization and formatting, and data analysis through calculations, table and chart plotting tools, and statistical operations, among many others. 
  Whether it involves tasks as simple as creating a project timeline or tracking a budget, to more complicated ones such as organizing process maps for flowcharts or even analyzing business cashflows, Excel can surely get the job done.  
  This e-book features a comprehensive beginner's guide to Microsoft Excel 2016, in which basic and frequently used features and functions are discussed in detail. Plus, hands-on examples are illustrated with guide photos and step-by-step procedures. 

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  Altcoins and Emerging...

  Vivian Reyes

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  Are you prepared to explore the possibilities of new and developing cryptocurrencies and altcoins? Get access to a thorough guide that will enable you to make wise investment decisions and successfully navigate the fascinating world of alternative digital currencies. 
  With cryptocurrencies changing so quickly, the emergence of altcoins has opened up new opportunities. For individuals looking to diversify their cryptocurrency holdings beyond Bitcoin, "Altcoins and Emerging Cryptocurrencies: Exploring Altcoins- A Comprehensive Guide to Diversifying Your Crypto Portfolio" is an indispensable tool. Regardless of your experience as an investor or curiosity, this book will improve your understanding of altcoins and how they are changing the financial landscape. 
  Imagine a future in which you are equipped with the information and resources necessary to assess cryptocurrency projects confidently, diversify your investment portfolio, and take advantage of new possibilities as they present themselves. The nuances of altcoins, classifications, risk management, market trends, due diligence, and much more are covered in detail in this guide. With this information at your disposal, you can make wise choices that support your financial objectives. 
  Take the chance to set yourself up for success in the cryptocurrency space. The book "Altcoins and Emerging Cryptocurrencies: Exploring Altcoins- A Comprehensive Guide to Diversifying Your Crypto Portfolio" will help you make wise and calculated investment decisions. Dive into the exciting world of altcoin investing and set off on a path of exploration, empowerment, and development. Your cryptocurrency portfolio will appreciate the knowledge you've received from this extensive book.

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