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  Shopping All the Way to the...

  Rachel S. Gross

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  A fascinating history of the profitable paradox of the American outdoor experience: visiting nature first requires shopping 
   
   
    
  No escape to nature is complete without a trip to an outdoor recreational store or a browse through online offerings. This is the irony of the American outdoor experience: visiting wild spaces supposedly untouched by capitalism first requires shopping. With consumers spending billions of dollars on clothing and equipment each year as they seek out nature, the American outdoor sector grew over the past 150 years from a small collection of outfitters to an industry contributing more than 2 percent of the nation's economic output. 
   
   
    
  Rachel S. Gross argues that this success was predicated not just on creating functional equipment but also on selling an authentic, anticommercial outdoor identity. In other words, shopping for the woods was also about being—or becoming—the right kind of person. Demonstrating that outdoor culture is commercial culture, Gross examines Americans' journey toward outdoor expertise by tracing the development of the nascent outdoor goods industry, the influence of World War II on its growth, and the boom years of outdoor businesses.

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  The Eye of the Master - A Social...

  Matteo Pasquinelli

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  A social history of AI that finally reveals its roots in the spatial computation of industrial factories and the surveillance of collective behaviour. 
   
   
   
  What is AI? A dominant view describes it as the quest "to solve intelligence," a solution supposedly to be found in the secret logic of the mind or in the deep physiology of the brain, such as in its complex neural networks. 
   
   
   
  The Eye of the Master argues, to the contrary, that the inner code of AI is shaped not by the imitation of biological intelligence, but the intelligence of labour and social relations, as it is found in Babbage's "calculating engines" of the industrial age as well as in the recent algorithms for image recognition and surveillance. 
   
   
   
  The idea that AI may one day become autonomous (or "sentient", as someone thought of Google's LaMDA) is pure fantasy. Computer algorithms have always imitated the form of social relations and the organisation of labour in their own inner structure and their purpose remains blind automation. 
   
   
   
  The Eye of the Master urges a new literacy on AI for scientists, journalists and new generations of activists, who should recognise that the "mystery" of AI is just the automation of labour at the highest degree, not intelligence per se. 
   
  This audiobook is expertly read by Dennis Kleinman, with audio engineering by Mike Thal. It was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, LLC, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont.

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  Vedic Tricks Made Mathematics...

  Mahavir Singh

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Unveiling the Power of Vedic Mathematics 
  Vedic Mathematics provides highly efficient techniques for mental calculations, enabling individuals to perform complex computations quickly.  
  Vedic Mathematics are versatile and applicable across various mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, algebraic equations, and even advanced mathematical concepts. 
  Vedic Tricks strongly emphasizes mental calculations, fostering the development of strong brain calculations. 
  Vedic Tricks are designed to streamline calculations in competitive exams where time is a critical factor. Students find these methods beneficial for solving problems quickly and accurately in exam. 
  It emphasizes mental calculation, promoting the development of mental agility and mathematical intuition.  
  Vedic Tricks are not limited to specific types of problems; they can be applied universally, making them adaptable to various mathematical scenarios. Vedic Mathematics is often used as an educational tool to make learning mathematics more engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for students.

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  humAIn - Unlock Your Potential...

  Don Roosan Ph.D.

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  We’ve all heard the sweeping claims: “AI will take over all our jobs!" or "AI will solve every problem and create a perfect world!" But what’s the reality behind these dramatic predictions? With the constant buzz about artificial intelligence, it’s natural to feel anxious, confused, and overwhelmed. humAIn cuts through the hype and fear, offering a practical, human-centered guide to AI that empowers you to take control. This book demystifies AI, providing you with essential skills to navigate the flood of misinformation and confusion surrounding this revolutionary technology. It's not about wild speculations or doomsday scenarios—just straightforward insights to help you understand AI's true potential. Whether AI is composing poetry, creating art, or streamlining your daily tasks, you'll learn how to harness its power—no technical expertise required. humAIn prepares you for the AI revolution with life-changing strategies that help you adapt and thrive in an AI-driven world. This is more than a book; it's your roadmap to unlocking your potential and embracing the opportunities that AI offers.  
  Author Dr. Don Roosan is a global leader in artificial intelligence integration and a passionate advocate for using AI responsibly to improve our world. An internationally recognized scientist and researcher, he has spent his career guiding individuals and businesses through the complexities of AI, helping them foster innovation while maintaining ethical integrity. As a faculty member at the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences at Merrimack College in Boston, Massachusetts, Dr. Roosan is at the forefront of shaping the future of AI in a way that benefits society.

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  A Florida Sketch-Book

  Bradford Torrey

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  This is a series of late-19th Century essays about Florida's flora & fauna written by a Massachusetts-based naturalist. (Summary by BellonaTimes)Note: page 142 was read from Google Books as it was missing from the Gutenberg version.

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  Phishing Dark Waters - The...

  Christopher Hadnagy, Michele...

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  An essential anti-phishing desk reference for anyone with an email address 
   
   
   
  Phishing Dark Waters addresses the growing and continuing scourge of phishing emails, and provides actionable defensive techniques and tools to help you steer clear of malicious emails. Phishing is analyzed from the viewpoint of human decision-making and the impact of deliberate influence and manipulation on the recipient. With expert guidance, this book provides insight into the financial, corporate espionage, nation state, and identity theft goals of the attackers, and teaches you how to spot a spoofed e-mail or cloned website. Included are detailed examples of high profile breaches at Target, RSA, Coca Cola, and the AP, as well as an examination of sample scams including the Nigerian 419, financial themes, and post high-profile event attacks. Learn how to protect yourself and your organization using anti-phishing tools, and how to create your own phish to use as part of a security awareness program. 
   
   
   
  Phishing is a social engineering technique through email that deceives users into taking an action that is not in their best interest, but usually with the goal of disclosing information or installing malware on the victim's computer. Phishing Dark Waters explains the phishing process and techniques, and the defenses available to keep scammers at bay.

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