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  Population Wars - A New...

  Greg Graffin

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  From the very beginning, life on Earth has been defined by war. Today, those first wars continue to be fought around and literally inside us, influencing our individual behavior and that of civilization as a whole. War between populations-whether between different species or between rival groups of humans-is seen as an inevitable part of the evolutionary process. The popular concept of "the survival of the fittest" explains and often excuses these actions.In Population Wars, Greg Graffin points to where the mainstream view of evolutionary theory has led us astray. That misunderstanding has allowed us to justify wars on every level, whether against bacterial colonies or human societies, even when other, less violent solutions may be available. Through tales of mass extinctions, developing immune systems, human warfare, the American industrial heartland, and our degrading modern environment, Graffin demonstrates how an over-simplified idea of war, with its victorious winners and vanquished losers, prevents us from responding to the real problems we face. Along the way, Graffin reveals a paradox: when we challenge conventional definitions of war, we are left with a new problem, how to define ourselves.

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  Medicinal Treasures: A Journey...

  Natalie Evans

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  Embark on a transformative exploration of ancient wisdom with "Medicinal Treasures: A Journey into Chinese Herbal Medicine- Practical Insights for Holistic Health." This groundbreaking book opens the door to a world where traditional Chinese medicine meets contemporary holistic health, promising readers a wealth of practical insights for enhancing well-being. 
  Delve into the rich tapestry of Chinese herbal medicine, unlocking the secrets of time-tested remedies that have nurtured vitality for centuries. "Medicinal Treasures" takes you on a captivating journey, unraveling the intricate balance between mind, body, and spirit through the lens of holistic health. Gain a deeper understanding of the power of herbs, their synergies, and the holistic principles that guide their usage. 
  As you navigate through the pages, a desire for holistic wellness will naturally blossom. Discover how Chinese herbal medicine addresses not only symptoms but also the root causes of imbalances, promoting lasting health and vitality. The book provides practical tips and actionable advice, empowering readers to incorporate these ancient remedies into their modern lifestyles for sustained well-being. 
  Equip yourself with the knowledge to take charge of your health journey. "Medicinal Treasures" invites you to apply the principles of Chinese herbal medicine in your daily life, fostering a proactive approach to holistic well-being. Whether you seek relief from specific ailments or aspire to cultivate overall vitality, this book serves as a practical guide, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary living. 
  Immerse yourself in "Medicinal Treasures" and embrace the holistic path to health, guided by the wisdom of Chinese herbal medicine. Your journey towards lasting well-being starts here.

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  Ten Arguments for Deleting Your...

  Jaron Lanier

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  Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now is a timely call-to-arms from a Silicon Valley pioneer. 
  You might have trouble imagining life without your social media accounts, but virtual reality pioneer Jaron Lanier insists that we're better off without them. In his important new audiobook, Lanier, who participates in no social media, offers powerful and personal reasons for all of us to leave these dangerous online platforms behind before it's too late. 
  Lanier's reasons for freeing ourselves from social media's poisonous grip include its tendency to bring out the worst in us, to make politics terrifying, to trick us with illusions of popularity and success, to twist our relationship with the truth, to disconnect us from other people even as we are more "connected" than ever, to rob us of our free will with relentless targeted ads. How can we remain autonomous in a world where we are under continual surveillance and are constantly being prodded by algorithms run by some of the richest corporations in history that have no way of making money other than being paid to manipulate our behavior? How could the "benefits" of social media possibly outweigh the catastrophic losses to our personal dignity, happiness, and freedom?   
  Lanier remains a tech optimist, so while demonstrating the evil that rules social media business models today, he also envisions a humanistic setting for social networking that can direct us towarda richer and fuller way of living and connecting with our world.

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  Women's Brains - The Female...

  Quinn Spencer

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  How do women think?  
  As men try to understand how the other sex thinks, it often leaves them confused and bewildered. With this guide, however, you will get a good grasp on the general way of women’s logic. You will skip the awkward accusations, the clumsy comments, and the social impairment your wife, girlfriend, or other woman thinks you have.  
  Do you think that if you understand how women’s brains work, you’ll be able to interact with them better? The answer is a definite “yes”! So let this guide help you understand them. There is more to it than you might think. We’ll focus on subtopics such as:The major differences between a male and female brain, just so you understand what you’re dealing withSurprising reasons why brain activity is higher in women than in menStrange myths and truthful facts about women’s brains you may not expectHow the woman’s mind is wired, and why it is that wayThe triggers of sexual lust in a a woman’s brain, as opposed to that of a man’s brain  
  If you painted yourself into a corner with the woman you love, or if you are puzzled by the complexity of women’s reasoning, this is the right book for you. Woulnd’t it be nice to have a better understanding of why women think the way they do? This way, you can play into what they think, and even sometimes predict what they are about to do. 
  This will be a life saver. Add this book to your cart now.

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  Ethics For a Full World - Or Can...

  Tormod Burkey

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  The global emergencies facing the inhabitants of our planet – climate change, biodiversity meltdown, ocean acidification, overfishing, land degradation and more – are symptoms of a common problem: the world is full. Humanity has already exceeded several planetary boundaries. The situation is without precedent and its manifestations are numerous. Ethics for a Full World argues that our dominant culture's anthropocentrism – our human-focused thinking – is an underlying cause of the world's problems, threatening life as we know it.
  The blights that endanger our planet are experienced by many today, particularly those who care about other species, as deeply personal tragedies. So why are we not acting to save the world? Some say that humans won't do anything until we feel the repercussions ourselves – but by then it would be too late. This book takes an uncompromising view on our culture, our democracy and us as human beings, and examines why it is so difficult to save the world from ourselves.
  In a globalized world, the most urgent issues are the ones that exhibit tipping points, as they are the ones that it may become too late to fix. Burkey argues that non-anthropocentric ethics and the people who hold them, could be key to turning the tide. In a cry for meaningful and effective engagement, he proposes a concrete first step to connect concerned individuals. This is a book for people who want to be part of the solution, and who aren't fooled by the feeble attempts for change that have been made so far.

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  Beauty and the Beast

  Michael Taussig

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  The celebrated anthropologist and author of The Corn Wolf examines the Colombian culture of plastic surgery and its surprising relationship to violence.   Drawing on extensive fieldwork in Colombia, Michael Taussig scrutinizes the audacious and sometimes destructive attempts people make to transform their bodies through cosmetic surgery and liposuction. He balances an examination of surgeries meant to enhance an individual’s beauty with their often-overlooked counterparts, surgeries performed—often on high profile criminals—to disguise one’s identity. Exploring this global phenomenon through Colombia’s economic, cultural, and political history, Taussig links the country’s long civil war and history of torture to the beauty industry at large, sketching Colombia as a country whose high aesthetic stakes make it a staging ground for some of the most important and problematic ideas about the body. Central to Taussig’s examination is George Bataille’s notion of depense, or “wasting.” While depense is often used as a critique, Taussig also looks at its position as a driving economic force. Depense, he argues, is precisely what these procedures are about, and the beast on the other side of beauty should not be dismissed as simple recompense. At once theoretical and colloquial, public and intimate, Beauty and the Beast is a true-to-place ethnography that tells a layered story about the lengths to which people will go to be physically remade.

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