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  Empiricism - Knowledge Through...

  Hector Davidson

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  Empiricism, as a philosophical doctrine, asserts that knowledge is primarily derived from sensory experience. This perspective contrasts sharply with rationalism, which emphasizes reason and innate knowledge. Empiricism has shaped our understanding of the world and influenced numerous fields, from the natural sciences to ethics and epistemology. The essence of empiricism lies in the conviction that the mind begins as a "blank slate" (tabula rasa) and that experience, rather than pre-existing ideas or concepts, forms the foundation of all knowledge. 
  At the heart of empiricist thought is the belief that all human knowledge starts with perception. We acquire information about the world through our senses—sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell—which provide the raw data from which we form concepts and beliefs. For empiricists, knowledge is not something we discover internally, but something we gather from external reality. This view stands in contrast to the rationalist emphasis on a priori knowledge, which is independent of experience and accessible only through reason. 
  Empiricism's roots can be traced back to ancient philosophy, with early proponents like Aristotle, who argued that all knowledge comes from sensory observation. However, the modern development of empiricism is largely credited to three major figures: John Locke, George Berkeley, and David Hume. Locke introduced the idea of the mind as a tabula rasa, arguing that individuals are born without innate ideas and that all knowledge comes from experience. Berkeley took this further by suggesting that even the existence of the external world depends on perception, encapsulating the notion that "to be is to be perceived." Hume, the most radical empiricist of the three, questioned the very basis of causality and inductive reasoning, asserting that our beliefs in cause-and-effect relationships were not rationally justified but arose from habitual experience.

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  White Pine - The Natural and...

  John Pastor

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  America was built on white pine. From the 1600s through the Civil War and beyond, it was used to build the nation's ships and houses, barns, and bridges. Yet this popularity came at a cost: by the end of the nineteenth century, clear cutting had decimated much of America's white pine forests. In White Pine, ecologist and writer John Pastor takes listeners on walk through history, connecting the white pine forests that remain today to a legacy of destruction and renewal. 
   
   
   
  Since the clear-cutting era, naturalists, foresters, and scientists have taken up the quest to restore the great white pine forests. White Pine follows this centuries-long endeavor, illuminating how the efforts shaped Americans' understanding of key scientific ideas, from forest succession to the importance of fire. Pastor shows us why restoring the vitality of these forests has not been simple: a host of other creatures depend on white pine and white pine depends on them. In weaving together cultural and natural history, White Pine celebrates the way humans are connected to the forest—and to the larger natural world. 
   
   
   
  Today, white pine forests have begun to recover, but face the growing threat of climate change. White Pine shows us that hope for healthy forests lies in understanding the lessons of history, so that iconic species survives.

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  Then I Am Myself the World -...

  Christof Koch

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  The world's leading investigator of consciousness argues that by understanding what consciousness does—cause change in the world—we can understand its origins and its future 
   
   
   
  In Then I Am Myself the World, Christof Koch explores the only thing we directly experience: consciousness. At the book's heart is integrated-information theory, the idea that the essence of consciousness is the ability to exert causal power over itself, to be an agent of change. Koch investigates the physical origins of consciousness in the brain and how this knowledge can be used to measure consciousness in natural and artificial systems. 
   
   
   
  Enabled by such tools, Koch reveals when and where consciousness exists, and uses that knowledge to confront major social and scientific questions: When does a fetus first become self-aware? Can psychedelic and mystical experiences transform lives? What happens to consciousness in near-death experiences? Why will generative AI ultimately be able to do the very thing we can do, yet never feel any of it? And do our experiences reveal a single, objective reality? 
   
   
   
  This is an essential book for anyone who seeks to understand ourselves and the future we are creating.

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  Lead to Thrive - The Science of...

  Josh Vaisman

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  When it comes to professional wellbeing, the culture we work in may matter more than the work we do. Regardless of your job title, you influence your team and organization's culture. 
  This book blends cutting-edge research with actionable guidance to support your leadership journey - whether you're sitting behind the manager's desk or leading from within the team. Utilizing his distinctive storytelling voice, Josh Vaisman guides you through the four pillars of positive veterinary leadership:Psychological Safety: creating a safe space for voicePurpose: enabling meaningful work experiencesPath: celebrating and developing strengthsPartnership: cultivating inclusion and belongingness 
  Lead to Thrive: The Science of Crafting a Positive Veterinary Culture helps you rediscover what you always loved about the veterinary profession, find meaning in the everyday, and learn how to promote joy, fulfillment, and ultimately meaningful performance within your team, one step at a time.

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  Strategy Games Cheat Code

  Santi Hollis

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  Strategy Games Cheat Code: The Comprehensive Guide on How to Become an Expert in Strategy GamesHumans by nature love to strategize. The evolution of the race is primarily because humans strategized and conceptualized things. A particular amount of well-defined and concrete planning is involved, combined with the right action that will lead to the strategy’s success. This very kind of logical thinking is also applicable to the world of today’s strategy games.Strategy games are games in which the outcome is determined based on the choices made by the player. Games of this kind can be won using tactics instead of technical proficiency or force. Checkers and chess are examples of strategy games as well as other kinds of board games. Strategy games are also considered among the most famous genres of video games which encompass several types.In this audiobook, you will learn The Comprehensive Guide on How to Become an Expert in Strategy Games! So what are you waiting for, download a copy of Strategy Games Cheat Code today!

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  PTCB Exam Prep 2023-2024 - Study...

  Shawn Blake

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  Become a certified pharmacy technician and land the job of your dreams with this comprehensive study guide that will fully prepare you for the PTCB Exam! 
    
  With a passing rate of only 59% over the past 7 years, the exam has earned a reputation for being extremely difficult. 
    
  But there’s no reason to stress out. With the proper preparations and focused, consistent study, you can be one of the special few who only need to take it once. 
    
  While self-study and making your own materials are good options, you’ll save time and effort with a ready-made comprehensive study guide covering all the topics that will be included in the test. You’ll have a significant head start on the exam without having to sift through mountains of materials. 
    
  In this manual, you won’t just find all the information you need to study – you’ll also have detailed practice tests, similar to what you’ll encounter in the exam, so you know what to expect on the big day. 
    
  Inside, you’ll discover: 
    
  ●     A rundown of the PTCB exam, its objectives, and who is eligible to take it 
  ●     Study strategies to help you avoid burnout and do well on the test 
  ●     A breakdown of the PTCB exam's four subject areas and corresponding study guides for each 
  ●     A closer look at pharmacology: drug classifications, interaction and contradictions, therapeutic equivalence, compounding, and more 
    
  And much more! 
     
  Every second counts, so don't procrastinate any longer and dive headfirst into your PTCB study material! 
   If you want to level up your PTCB exam preparation, then you need this audiobook today!

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