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  The Heart of the Woods

  Wyl Menmuir

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  WINNER of 2025 Award for Excellence by the Outdoor Writers and Photographers GuildJust as a parent leaves a legacy to their child, a tree leaves a legacy to its surroundings. A deep and explorative companion piece to the Roger Deakin Award-winning The Draw of The Sea.Throughout history, trees have determined the tools we use, the boats we build, the stories we tell about the world and ourselves, the songs we sing, and some of our most important rituals. As such, our lives are intertwined with those of the trees and woodlands around us.In this journey deep into the woods, Wyl Menmuir travels the length and breadth of Britain and Ireland to meet the people who plant trees, the ecologists who study them, those who shape beautiful objects and tools from wood, and those who use them to help others.Wyl also explores how our relationship with trees is enduring, now and in the future – what we get out of spending time around trees, the ways in which our relationship with them has changed over time, and the ways in which our future is interconnected with theirs.Written in close collaboration with makers, crafters, bodgers, and woodsmen and women in order to better understand the woods they know so well, the joys and frustrations of working with a living material, and the stories of their craft and skills, The Heart of The Woods will delight anyone who enjoys walking among the trees, and anyone who, when lost, has found themselves in the woods.Chapters include:WOODLAND PLANTER: A woodland in becoming and an ancient yew grove on the border of North Wales and EnglandRITUAL WEAVER: Willow coffin making in CornwallWOODLORE GATHERER: Science among the trees at Wytham Woods, OxfordshireHEARTWOOD CARVER: Among the bodgers in a field outside CambridgeBOAT BUILDER: A woodland community in the heart of Glasgow’s former docklandsLANDSCAPE SHAPER: Re-wilding the Scottish Highlands and an organised trespass in DevonWISH WEARER: The clootie well at Munlochy on The Black Isle, Scottish Highlands, a family tree on Bodmin Moor, Cornwall, and the tree at Sycamore Gap, NorthumbriaFOREST BATHER: Swimming at Swallowship Pool, Devil’s Water, and Letah Woods NorthumberlandMYTH WALKER: Walks in the fictional woods at Wenlock Edge, ShropshireWAY FOLLOWER: Traditional carpentry in Takayama, JapanFIRE LIGHTER: The stories we find among the flames and embers, Ennistymon, Ireland SOUND CREATOR: A pub on Ireland’s west coast and a guitar-builder in North Wales APPLE WAILER: Wassailing in CornwallTREE WORSHIPPER: An ancient yew grove in North Wales

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  The AI Illusion - Why Machines...

  Luc Julia

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  In The AI Illusion: Why Machines Aren't Creative, Luc Julia dismantles the hype surrounding generative AI by revealing what these technologies can actually do (as of today) versus what their promoters claim. Drawing on over thirty-five years' experience in the tech industry, Julia exposes the fundamental truth that generative AI doesn't create—it recombines existing data in response to prompts, producing impressive but ultimately derivative outputs that lack genuine creativity and understanding. 
  This essential guide takes listeners on a comprehensive journey through AI's past, present, and future, systematically debunking seven pervasive myths that shape public perception of artificial intelligence. Julia examines the technical limitations, societal implications, and environmental costs of generative AI while providing practical insights into how these tools function and where they're headed. 
  The book reveals the technical reality behind generative AI's "hallucinations," biases, and inability to reason or understand language; analyzes the economic and employment impacts of AI adoption across industries and society; demonstrates why artificial general intelligence (AGI) remains scientifically impossible with current approaches; and provides actionable solutions for more responsible AI development and regulation.

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  Literary Theory for Robots - How...

  Dennis Yi Tenen

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  Literary Theory for Robots reveals the hidden history of modern machine intelligence, taking listeners on a spellbinding journey from medieval Arabic philosophy to visions of a universal language, past Hollywood fiction factories, and missile defense systems trained on Russian folktales. In this provocative reflection on the shared pasts of literature and computer science, former Microsoft engineer and professor of comparative literature Dennis Yi Tenen provides crucial context for recent developments in AI, which holds important lessons for the future of humans living with smart technology. 
   
   
   
  Intelligence expressed through technology should not be mistaken for a magical genie, capable of self-directed thought or action. Rather, in highly original and effervescent prose with a generous dose of wit, Yi Tenen asks us to read past the artifice—to better perceive the mechanics of collaborative work. Something as simple as a spell-checker or a grammar-correction tool, embedded in every word-processor, represents the culmination of a shared human effort, spanning centuries. 
   
   
   
  With its masterful blend of history, technology, and philosophy, Yi Tenen's work ultimately urges us to view AI as a matter of labor history, celebrating the long-standing cooperation between authors and engineers.

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  Environmental Monitoring Systems...

  Ben Rizer

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  "Environmental Monitoring Systems: Innovative Approaches and Technologies for Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection" delves into the critical role of monitoring systems in safeguarding our planet's ecosystems. As environmental challenges intensify, understanding the tools and technologies available for effective monitoring has never been more vital. 
  This comprehensive guide explores a wide array of innovative approaches in environmental monitoring, covering topics such as air and water quality assessment, soil health evaluation, and biodiversity tracking. The book provides insights into the latest advancements in sensor technologies, data collection methods, and analytical tools, emphasizing the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and remote sensing techniques. 
  Readers will discover real-world applications of these systems across various sectors, including urban planning, disaster management, wildlife conservation, and climate change mitigation. Through compelling case studies and expert perspectives, the book highlights successful initiatives that demonstrate the power of data-driven decision-making in promoting sustainability. 
  Moreover, the book addresses the challenges and limitations faced in the field of environmental monitoring, from technical hurdles to regulatory concerns. It emphasizes the importance of community engagement and collaboration, showcasing how citizen science and participatory monitoring initiatives can enhance data collection and foster a culture of environmental stewardship. 
  "Environmental Monitoring Systems" equips you with the knowledge and tools to understand and contribute to the future of our planet. Join us on this journey to explore how innovative monitoring systems can pave the way for a sustainable and resilient world. 
   

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  Data Engineering with AWS -...

  May Sherry

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  "Data Engineering with AWS" goes beyond just theory, offering hands-on tutorials, best practices, and insights into emerging trends. You'll explore the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and serverless computing, and how they are reshaping the future of data engineering in the cloud. Whether you're working with structured or unstructured data, this book equips you with the knowledge to harness AWS's full potential and drive innovation in your organization. 
  With its clear explanations, detailed examples, and step-by-step guidance, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to build and manage scalable data pipelines on AWS. Unlock the power of cloud-based data engineering and take your skills to the next level with "Data Engineering with AWS: Building Scalable Data Pipelines in the Cloud." 
   

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  Solace in the Storm - Caring for...

  Merle Griff

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  Life can change in an instant. Even when the water seems calm, you can be thrown suddenly into the unfamiliar storm of caregiving. 
   
  Most people will serve as a caregiver at some point in their lives, whether to their children, their spouse, their parents, or even their grandchildren. Despite how common the experience is, it’s difficult to find quick, easy, and practical advice to help you survive the never-ending stress of caring for a loved one. 
   
  For anyone searching for support in moments of family crisis, Dr. Merle Griff’s Solace in the Storm can be your guide. Griff, a therapist who has helped families overcome the challenges of providing care at all stages of life, offers easy-to-apply solutions to common caregiving problems. 
   
  Whether it’s dealing with uninvited opinions from friends and family members, communicating with healthcare professionals, or finding time for yourself, Solace in the Storm provides the direction you need to ride out even the roughest seas. Griff provides stories from people who have been where you are now—and her own life—to help readers get through what seems like the impossible. 
   
  Caregiving can be needed at any point in your loved ones’ lives. In this book, Griff looks at caregiving throughout the human lifecycle, starting with infancy through caring for adult parents. And she gives advice on how friends and family can help, either by lending a hand or by learning what to say—and what not to say. 
   
  Solace in the Storm will serve as your lifelong resource for quick tips, resources, and words of support and encouragement—a companion you will turn to again and again.

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