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  Two Shakes of a Lamb's Tail: The...

  Danielle Hawkins

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  Two Shakes of a Lamb's Tail is the funny, illuminating diary of a year in the life of a New Zealand farm vet 
    
  With a husband and two children, 1200 sheep and 400 cattle, farm dogs and pet lambs, pigs bent on excavation and a goat bent on escape, country life is never dull. From calving cows to constipated dogs, weddings to weaning lambs, daffodils to ducklings to droughts, each season brings new challenges and delights. Sometimes it's exhausting but it's almost always a lot of fun - anyway, it's all part and parcel of the life of a Kiwi mother, farmer's wife and vet.

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  Euclid: The Life and Legacy of...

  Charles River Editors

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  Of the many mathematical advances made by the Greeks, none rival those established by Euclid of Alexandria, who likely remains the most famous ancient mathematician despite the fact little is actually known about his life. He revolutionized geometry, mathematics, and astronomy in Alexandria, Egypt, around 300 BCE, yet left almost no clues about his life story. Historians know he was a trailblazing mathematician and dabbled in astronomy because he wrote many books on these topics, and a 13-book treatise of his has survived, along with four other books. Thus, it’s clear what Euclid learned and knew, but virtually nothing is known about how his life unfolded or what he was like as a person.  
  	To this day for many students, geometry class was the first time discovering that mathematics is more than calculating numbers. Some may have expected to study shapes, sizes, positions, and the properties of space, but perhaps for the first time, a geometry class required proving why the calculations were true through rigorous, logical arguments using definitions, postulates, and theorems. For countless students, it is excruciating, while others find it fascinating. Either way, the person to thank (or blame) for that is Euclid.  
  	Often called the “Father of Geometry,” Euclid’s influence is so pervasive that his book, The Elements, was the primary math manual for over 2,000 years. It was not a “textbook” in the modern sense, as it did not have problem sets, word problems, or diagrams for practice, but it was a foundational reference and logical guide that students had to read, memorize, and demonstrate. In both the Western and Islamic worlds, Euclid’s Elements was the standard geometry text for almost every educated person until the 19th century.

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  After Apollo: The History of...

  Charles River Editors

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  Today the Space Race is widely viewed poignantly and fondly as a race to the Moon that culminated with Apollo 11 “winning” the Race for the United States. In fact, it encompassed a much broader range of competition between the Soviet Union and the United States that affected everything from military technology to successfully launching satellites that could land on Mars or orbit other planets in the Solar System. Moreover, the notion that America “won” the Space Race at the end of the 1960s overlooks just how competitive the Space Race actually was in launching people into orbit, as well as the major contributions the Space Race influenced in leading to today’s International Space Station and continued space exploration.  
  Space exploration was always an expensive business, and throughout NASA’s history, the agency has had to justify to Congress its need for every dollar it intended to spend. This problem has helped NASA to be more careful and more creative with the money they did receive, and scientists had to justify the equipment they wanted to include on each space probe. They had to justify the size and the power demand, too. If they wanted too much, the entire mission might be scrubbed, and all their work would have been for naught. This made planning and designs leaner and more efficient, as scientists and engineers were more careful with their recommendations. 
  Although Apollo 11’s successful mission to the Moon is seen as the culmination of the Space Race, and the Apollo program remains NASA’s most famous, one of the space agency’s most successful endeavors came a few years later. In fact, the Pioneer program was the most diversified sequence of any of NASA’s programs, and though they’re now remembered for being among the first probes in history to reach the Outer Solar System, the elaborate planning changed goals several times over several years before resulting in historic successes. 

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  Orchard: A Year in England’s Eden

  Benedict Macdonald, Nicholas Gates

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  By the Wainwright-Conservation-Prize-winning author of Rebirding 
  Spend a year in an orchard, celebrating its imperilled, overlooked abundance of life.  
  England's ancient orchards, collaborations between people and nature, are sources of hope for the future. Protecting them promises a far richer England for the centuries to come, for wildlife and for us. 
  As the seasons turn, a wealth of animals and plants are revealed: Bumble and solitary bees apartment-hunting in April; spotted flycatchers migrating in May; redstarts, hedgehogs and owls nesting in June; an explosion of life in the summer and the harvest and homespun cider-making in the autumn. And all throughout the year, the orchard’s human and animal inhabitants work together, creating one of the richest ecosystems left in Britain. 
  Explore this unique habitat throughout the course of a year, and marvel at the beauty and strength of nature. 
  Benedict Macdonald, the award-winning author, takes us on a journey through the year, highlighting the importance of protection and recreation in these natural habitats. His book, ORCHARD, is a testament to the environmental and natural sciences that thrive in these spaces, making it a top pick for those interested in botany and bird life. 
  For fans of Sarah Langford (In Your Defence), John Lewis-Stempel (Woodston), Isabella Tree (Wilding), Mark Avery (Fighting for Birds), and James Aldred (The Man Who Climbs Trees).

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  Healing and Cancer - A Guide to...

  MD Alyssa McManamon, MD Wayne B....

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  Healing and Cancer ushers in a revolutionary approach to oncology. 
   
   
   
  Structured to Guide and Empower: 
   
   
   
  ● Navigating the Cancer Journey: From initial diagnosis through the continuum of care to post treatment, this section offers strategies to support healing at every stage, from diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship and beyond, tailored for both people with cancer and their caregivers. 
   
   
   
  ● The Philosophy and Science of Whole Person Care: Explore the foundational concepts behind a more compassionate approach to cancer treatment. Understand the compelling research that supports treating the whole person to enhance the effectiveness of conventional therapies. 
   
   
   
  ● Implementing Whole Person Care: Access an array of practical tools and resources designed to seamlessly integrate whole person care into healthcare settings, enriching the patient's treatment experience and supporting healthcare professionals. 
   
   
   
  With advances in science showing that the environment around a cancer cell contributes and plays a critical role in the disease, this essential work illustrates how such care improves patient outcomes and enhances the satisfaction and wellbeing of healthcare providers.

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  Data-Driven Decisions -...

  Chuck Sherman

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  In a world increasingly fueled by data, the ability to transform raw information into actionable insights has become a cornerstone of modern business success. "Data-Driven Decisions: Mastering Business Data Science" is your definitive guide to navigating this exciting frontier where data and business strategy intersect. 
  From startups to multinational corporations, industries are recognizing the transformative power of data science. This book is your key to unlocking that power. Dive into the world of Business Data Science, where you'll learn how to harness the vast potential of data to make informed, impactful decisions. 
  Embark on a journey through the essentials of data management, statistical analysis, and machine learning techniques tailored specifically for business applications. Discover how to turn complex datasets into understandable narratives through data visualization and storytelling. Uncover the ethical considerations surrounding data privacy and fairness, ensuring your data-driven strategies stand on a foundation of integrity. 
  Real-world case studies illustrate how leading organizations have leveraged Business Data Science to enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, and drive profitability. Whether it's retail, finance, healthcare, or marketing, you'll witness firsthand the tangible outcomes achievable when data-driven decisions are embraced. 
  Elevate your decision-making from instinct to intelligence. Embark on a transformative journey with "Data-Driven Decisions: Mastering Business Data Science" and become a driving force in the data-powered economy. Your future success begins with each data-driven choice you make.

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