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  Game Theory - Understanding the...

  Brian Clegg

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  Brian Clegg was always fascinated by Isaac Asimov's classic Foundation series of books, in which the future is predicted using sophisticated mathematical modelling of human psychology and behaviour.
  
  Only much later did he realise that Asimov's 'psychohistory' had a real-world equivalent: game theory.
  
  Originating in the study of probabilistic gambling games that depend on a random source - the throw of a dice or the toss of a coin - game theory soon came to be applied to human interactions: essentially, what was the best strategy to win, whatever you were doing? Its mathematical techniques have been applied, with varying degrees of wisdom, to fields such as economics, evolution, and questions such as how to win a nuclear war.
  
  Clegg delves into game theory's colourful history and significant findings, and shows what we can all learn from this oft-misunderstood field of study.

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  The History Trees

  Colin Salter

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  The ultimate photographic collection of the most historic trees on the planet. 
  Uncover remarkable trees from around the world, many of which have borne witness to key moments in history or reached a scale and age that have allowed them to become a part of history themselves. 
  “[A] rich history … it contains some of the most extraordinary tales of trees through time” — The Sunday Post 
  First meet 'Methuselah’, a bristlecone pine in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, believed to be 4,900 years old. Learn about trees which have inspired great events, such as the Isaac Newton apple tree in Lincolnshire, where the famous scientist observed an apple falling from a tree (which still stands in the family garden). Other flora has withstood historic events such as in Japan, where the Hibaku jumoku still grows as a survivor tree from the Hiroshima bombing and the 9/11 Survivor Tree in New York City. 
  Many trees continue to inspire our world today including the long avenue of beech trees in Northern Ireland known as the Dark Hedges which Game of Thrones fans will instantly recognise as the road to Kings Landing, the Robin Hood’s oak in the Sherwood Forest or the J. R. R. Tolkien trees in Avebury, which inspired the Ents in The Lord of the Rings. 
  Rest a while beside the oldest trunks and witness the enthralling stories nestled within the branches of these gentle giants. 
  For fans of Gene Stone (Animalkind), Scott Christianson (Fatal Airs), Valentina D'Efilippo (The Brain), Simon Sebag Montefiore (Stalin), and Nigel Farndale (Haw-Haw).

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  From Hormones to Neurons -...

  Brian Gibson

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  In the tumultuous landscape of adolescence, a period marked by profound transformation and discovery, the interplay between hormones and brain development forms the cornerstone of human growth. "From Hormones to Neurons: Understanding Puberty's Role in Adolescent Brain Evolution And The Role of Technology" delves into the intricate biological processes that shape the adolescent mind and explores how modern technology influences this critical stage of life. This book aims to unravel the complexities of puberty, illustrating how hormonal changes trigger a cascade of neural developments that underpin emotional, cognitive, and social maturation. 
  Physical changes and significant brain structure and function reconfigurations mark the journey from childhood to adulthood. Moreover, in an era where technology permeates every aspect of life, understanding its role in adolescent development is more critical than ever. This book addresses how digital engagement — from social media and video games to educational platforms — interacts with the brain's evolving landscape. The dual influence of biology and technology presents a unique framework for comprehending the contemporary adolescent experience.

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  Whispers in the Wilderness

  Erik Stensland

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  Take a journey with Whispers in the Wilderness, a multi award-winning book filled with gorgeous color photos of the natural world and writing that will inspire you to reconnect with nature and your deepest self.IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award: Best inspirational book of the yearNational Indie Excellence Awards: Gold award for best gift book of the year National Indie Excellence Awards: Gold award for best inspirational book of the yearThe Nautilus Book Awards: Silver award for arts and photographyCIPA Awards: Second place for motivational and inspirational booksForeword INDIES Book of the Year Awards: Finalist 
  "Whispers in the Wilderness explores the longing that many of us have for the natural world and suggests that it is the trailhead for a journey to wholeness. Through short daily reflections on the natural world paired with gorgeous photographs from Rocky Mountain National Park, author and photographer Erik Stensland encourages us to go deeper within ourselves and discover the healing that nature is offering.  
  This audio version of Whispers in the Wilderness is accompanied by beautiful, reflective instrumental music, and nature sounds found in Rocky Mountain National Park, offering a truly meditative experience that helps you slow down and listen to the movements within." 
  Whispers in the Wilderness is a book that you will treasure for many years and will want to share with family and friends. 
  You can view the gallery images that are in this book at: https://www.rockytrailpress.com/gallery/whispers-audio/

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  Call of the Kingfisher - Bright...

  Nick Penny

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  Call of the Kingfisher is the enchanting debut from composer and wildlife recordist Nick Penny. This love letter to a short stretch of Northamptonshire's River Nene celebrates all the wild things that live there, especially the kingfishers. Nick has walked beside the river at Oundle for four decades. But for a whole year he gave the waterway all the time it asked for. The more attention he gave it, the more he saw the kingfishers and heard their high whistling calls. Set in a lovely but little-known part of England, Call of the Kingfisher relates a year by the river, the author's experiences there and the different people he meets. Other strands are woven around the elusive feathered protagonist: explorations of local history and landscape, from Roman and Bronze Age sites to watermills and centuries-old stone churches; visits at different times and to different places in the valley; homages to naturalists who lived nearby; forest dawns and dusks listening to the precious song of nightingales. But the background tapestry is the sights and sounds, and greens and browns, of the riverbank, shot through with the blue and orange threads of a kingfisher's glowing feathers.As a composer and wildlife recordist, Nick has a deep interest in sounds in the natural environment. He uses the local landscape and wildlife sounds as inspiration, and brings fresh insights into the sounds of the countryside. The book includes access to a number of high-quality birdsong recordings made alongside the River Nene - audio soundbites of nature's riches, from kingfishers and nightingales to owls and cuckoos. This is a book about the things that can be seen and heard when we approach nature with patience and curiosity. It celebrates people who have used that focus to help preserve wildlife and pass on their knowledge to future generations. Above all, Call of the Kingfisher serves as a call to appreciate what we've got, wherever we are, and to use our ears as much as our eyes when we experience the natural world.

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  Touchpad Plus Ver 40 Class 1

  Nidhi Gupta

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  Computer Science Textbook with New Pedagogical Approaches 
  
  KEY FEATURES 
  - National Education Policy 2020 
  - Tech Funda: This section provides a practical information or tip to the students. 
  - Clickipedia: This section provides interesting computer facts. 
  - Lab Session: This is a lab activity to develop practical skills. (Subject Enrichment) 
  - Explore More: This section contains supplement topics for add-on knowledge. 
  - QR Code: Scan the QR Code given on the first page of each chapter to start chapter animation. 
  - Mind Boggler: This section has puzzle or fun based activity to help understand the concepts better. 
  
  DESCRIPTION 
  Computer technology has become essential and an integral part of life at work, in recreation, social networking and education too. With the constant development of new technology, it has become more significant in helping and preparing students for jobs. Computers have revolutionised the way education is imparted to children. 
  
  Touchpad Plus Version 4.0 is a complete computer science curriculum solution for grades 1-8. It is based on Windows 10 and MS Office 2019, with new and future-ready content. Fun is the most important element of learning. Keeping in mind the concept of Joyful Learning, varied activities have been designed based on multiple intelligences and 21st century skills for holistic development. 
  
  The books have a conversational style introduction of each chapter to make learning fun and engaging. The topics and their approaches are integrated in different themes as per ICT learning. Grade I and II books have four-line writing space to enhance writing skills in children. Each book is accompanied by digital learning resources that offer interesting animation and interactive tests for the student to supplement classroom learning with independent learning. 
  
  The books are curated in a way that they make students and teachers equal partners in the learning process and take learning beyond classroom. We welcome and look forward to all meaningful and valuable suggestions for improving the book 
  
  WHAT WILL YOU LEARN 
  You will learn about: 
  - Digital World 
  - Cyber World 
  - Coding World 
  - Computational Thinking 
  - Artificial Intelligence 
  
  WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR 
  Grade 1 
  
  TABLE OF CONTENTS 
  1. Computer—A Machine 
  2. Uses of a Computer 
  3. Parts of a Computer 
  4. The Keyboard and the Mouse 
  5. Tux Paint 
  6. Reasoning and Critical Thinking 
  7. Introduction to ScratchJr 
  8. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 
  ADD-ONS 
  ASSESSMENTS

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