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  Johannes Kepler - English Edition

  Santiago Machain

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  In the 17th century, in a Europe torn apart by wars, religious disputes, and superstitions, Johannes Kepler transformed a fragile life—marked by illness, precariousness, and family losses—into one of the most profound intellectual transformations in history. Between faith and method, between the intuition of a secret harmony and the discipline of Tycho Brahe's data, Kepler dismantled the 'perfect' sky of circles and constructed a new universe of ellipses, laws, and numbers that still underpin modern astronomy. This book traces his journey from his childhood in the 16th century to his lasting legacy, showing his lights and shadows, his obsessions, his fertile errors, and the battles—public and private—that ran through his work.

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  The Theory That Would Not Die -...

  Sharon Bertsch McGrayne

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  "This account of how a once reviled theory, Baye’s rule, came to underpin modern life is both approachable and engrossing" (Sunday Times).  A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice Bayes' rule appears to be a straightforward, one-line theorem: by updating our initial beliefs with objective new information, we get a new and improved belief. To its adherents, it is an elegant statement about learning from experience. To its opponents, it is subjectivity run amok. In the first-ever account of Bayes' rule for general readers, Sharon Bertsch McGrayne explores this controversial theorem and the generations-long human drama surrounding it.   McGrayne traces the rule’s discovery by an 18th century amateur mathematician through its development by French scientist Pierre Simon Laplace. She reveals why respected statisticians rendered it professionally taboo for 150 years—while practitioners relied on it to solve crises involving great uncertainty and scanty information, such as Alan Turing's work breaking Germany's Enigma code during World War II.   McGrayne also explains how the advent of computer technology in the 1980s proved to be a game-changer. Today, Bayes' rule is used everywhere from DNA de-coding to Homeland Security. Drawing on primary source material and interviews with statisticians and other scientists, The Theory That Would Not Die is the riveting account of how a seemingly simple theorem ignited one of the greatest controversies of all time.

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  The Only Kayak - A Journey Into...

  Kim Heacox

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  Winner of the 2020 National Outdoor Book Award for Outdoor Classic! 
   
   
   
  In this coming-of-middle-age memoir, Kim Heacox, writing in the tradition of Abbey, McPhee, and Thoreau, discovers an Alaska reborn from beneath a massive glacier, where flowers emerge from boulders, moose swim fjords, and bears cross crevasses with Homeric resolve. In such a place Heacox finds that people are reborn too, and their lives begin anew with incredible journeys, epiphanies, and successes. All in an America free of crass commercialism and overdevelopment. 
   
   
   
  Braided through the larger story are tales of gold prospectors and the cabin they built sixty years ago; John Muir and his intrepid terrier, Stickeen; and a dynamic geology professor who teaches earth science "as if every day were a geological epoch." 
   
   
   
  Nearly two million people come to Alaska every summer, some on large cruise ships, some in single kayaks—all in search of the last great wilderness, the Africa of America. It is exactly the America Heacox finds in this story of paradox, love, and loss.

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  CC Certified in Cybersecurity...

  Mike Chapple

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  Prepare for the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity exam, as well as a new career in cybersecurity, with this effective study guide. 
   
   
   
  In Certified in Cybersecurity Study Guide, veteran IT and cybersecurity educator Mike Chapple delivers a one-stop resource for anyone planning to pursue the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity credential, as well as those getting ready to take on a challenging and rewarding new career in cybersecurity. The author walks you through the info you'll need to succeed on both the exam and in your first day at a cybersecurity-focused job. 
   
   
   
  Complete with an online practice test, this book comprehensively covers every competency and domain tested by the new exam, including security principles, business continuity, disaster recovery, incident response, access control concepts, network security, and security operations. 
   
   
   
  A clear and effective pathway to the Certified in Cybersecurity credential, as well as a fresh career in cybersecurity, the Certified in Cybersecurity Study Guide offers the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities you need to get started in an exciting and rewarding career.

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  Machine Learning Unraveled -...

  Alex Murphy

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  It is a perceptive and thorough introduction to the challenging but intriguing fields of artificial intelligence, data science, and machine learning. This book, written with depth and clarity, is a vital tool for anyone trying to comprehend and use these revolutionary technologies. 
  The first part of the book establishes a solid foundation in machine learning principles. Essential concepts like algorithms, data pretreatment, and model evaluation are presented to readers; each is carefully described to guarantee that they understand the fundamentals. Because of the writers' systematic and approachable style, even individuals who are unfamiliar with the subject may understand complex subjects. 
  The focus on real-world applications in "Machine Learning Unraveled" is one of its best qualities. The book shows how machine learning and data science are used in practical situations with thorough case studies and examples from a variety of sectors. The writers successfully close the knowledge gap between theory and reality, whether they are talking about recommendation systems in retail, autonomous cars in transportation, or predictive analytics in healthcare. This practical approach not only improves understanding but also highlights the real-world advantages and effects of these technologies. 
  The important societal and ethical questions raised by AI and machine learning are also covered in the book. In a time when worries about algorithmic bias, data privacy, and job displacement are growing, the writers offer a fair and impartial analysis of the appropriate and responsible application of these technologies. They support placing ethical issues front and center in technical development so that innovations serve society as a whole. 
   

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  Deeply Relaxing Sleep Music -...

  Atmospheric Relaxation Therapy

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  If you want to rapidly achieve deeper levels of stress relief, tranquility and focus - then keep reading... 
   
  This audio book contains the perfect mix of natural sounds and dreamlike music. Perfect for falling asleep, for relaxing, or meditating. 
   
  This calming selection of healing music gives you the power to calm your mind and relieve stress on the go - even if you're lifestyle is overwhelmingly busy and hectic. Here's how this relaxation music will empower you: 
   
  The right sounds resonate with the body, bringing it back to its natural state, with a healing and regenerating effect on mind, body, and soul. 
   
  - Use the pulsating sounds to calm your soul and put yourself in a state of absolute, deep peace. 
  - Achieve deep levels of relaxation anytime, anywhere. 
  - Incredibly useful whether you're working, sleeping, or just relaxing. 
  - Even if you don't have any time to sit down for just one minute, you can play this music in the background to calm yourself. 
   
  Are you ready to effortlessly free yourself from the anxieties of stress - anytime, anywhere? Then buy this compilation today - and immerse yourself in a world of limitless relaxation.

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