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  Engage Connect Protect -...

  Angelou Ezeilo, Nick Chiles

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  Building environmental strength through a diversity of youth  
  Engage, Connect, Protect explodes the myth that environmental issues are primarily of interest to wealthy white communities.     
  Revealing the deep and abiding interest that African American, Latino, and Native American communities—many of whom live in degraded and polluted parts of the country—have in our collective environment, Engage, Connect, Protect is part eye-opening critique of the cultural divide in environmentalism, part biography of a leading social entrepreneur, and part practical toolkit for engaging diverse youth. It covers:   Why communities of color are largely unrecognized in the environmental movement   How to bridge the cultural divide and activate a new generation of environmental stewards   A curriculum for engaging diverse youth and young adults through culturally appropriate methods and activities   Resources for connecting mainstream America to organizations working with diverse youth within environmental projects, training, and employment.  
  Engage, Connect, Protect is a wake-up call for businesses, activists, educators, and policymakers to recognize the work of grassroots activists in diverse communities and create opportunities for engaging with diverse youth as the next generation of environmental stewards, while the concern about the state of our land, air, and water continues to grow.

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  Feminism in the Wild - How Human...

  Melina Packer, Ambika Kamath

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  In Feminism in the Wild, Ambika Kamath and Melina Packer reveal how scientists studying animal behavior have long projected human norms and values onto animals while seeking to understand them. When scientific studies conclude that these norms and values are natural in animals, it makes it easier to think of them as natural in humans too. And because scientists, historically and to this day, largely belong to elite, powerful segments of society, the norms and values embedded into animal behavior science match those of the already powerful. How can animal behavior science escape this trap of naturalizing dominant culture? 
   
   
   
  Drawing from decades of feminist, antiracist, queer, disability justice, and Marxist contributions—including those of biologists—Kamath and Packer break down persistent assumptions in the status quo of animal behavior science and offer a multitude of alternative approaches. Core concepts in animal behavior science and evolutionary biology are carefully contextualized and critically reexamined. This unique collaboration between an animal behavior scientist and a feminist science studies scholar is an illuminating and hopeful book for anyone who is curious about how animals behave, and anyone who wants to break free from scientific approaches that perpetuate systems of oppression.

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  Natural Language Processing...

  Chuck Sherman

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  Language—the fundamental bridge connecting humanity's thoughts, emotions, and stories—has embarked on an extraordinary journey. In "Unveiling the Language of Machines: Exploring Natural Language Processing (NLP)," readers are invited to traverse the intricate landscapes where words and algorithms converge, reshaping the boundaries of communication and creativity. 
  This immersive exploration delves into the heart of Natural Language Processing (NLP), a dynamic realm where human ingenuity merges with the computational prowess of artificial intelligence. Through an expertly crafted narrative, readers will unravel the multifaceted layers of NLP, from its historical origins to its contemporary applications that span industries and disciplines. 
  Step by step, "Unveiling the Language of Machines" introduces readers to the foundational elements of NLP, navigating the intricate interplay between linguistics and algorithms. From the meticulous art of text analysis and sentiment recognition to the decoding of syntax and grammar, the book unearths the tools that empower machines to understand and communicate in the language of humans. 
  Beyond the confines of words, readers will embark on a captivating exploration of dialogue systems and chatbots, witnessing the fusion of language and interaction in virtual conversations. The journey continues with a deep dive into machine translation, where words transcend borders, and the innovative language generation techniques that breathe life into AI-authored narratives. 
  As the final chapter unfurls, the landscape of NLP expands to embrace the fusion of words and images, welcoming readers to a world where text and visuals intertwine, sparking new realms of understanding and expression. 
   

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  Sirius the Star of the Maltese...

  Lenie Reedijk

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  Sirius, the Star of the Maltese Temples invites the reader to look at the megalithic temples of Malta in an entirely new way. The discovery of the temples’ orientation to Sirius explains with mathematical precision the slight shift in the direction of their axes, caused by the movement of the stars called the Precession of the Equinoxes. The resultant astronomical dating of the temples to the Mesolithic, the period immediately after the last Ice Age, is far older than mainstream archaeology maintains and is on a par with other megalithic sites elsewhere, including Göbekli Tepe in Turkey. These findings turn on its head our conception of the accomplishments of ancient people. Instead of being just primitive cave-dwellers, they were primeval astronomers, whose interest in the sky has left us a legacy we never dreamt existed. 
  From the Foreword by Giovanni Bonello: “This is a disturbing book. The author defines its contents as controversial and its conclusions as surprising. I judge it to be far, but far, more than that. It is disruptive of accepted wisdom and unsettles all we believe we knew of the origin of man in Malta, of the sequences of early civilization and the histories of prehistory – not in Malta alone, but throughout the whole of Europe. I started reading it in awe, at first with a deliberate effort at disbelief. By the time I was approaching the climax of the exposition, I ended as mesmerized as I was perplexed.” 
  (Giovanni Bonello is a human rights lawyer and judge who served at the European Court of Human Rights for 12 years)

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  Meditating in Nature

  Mark Coleman

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  In this 2024 conversation with Travis Glen Sebera, Coleman suggests that we take our meditation practice outdoors. This can move us from an interior-focused self-referential world to one of connecting with the living web that is our ecosystem. After traveling to India and spending many years experiencing the contemplative tradition, Coleman discovered that meditation in nature reconnects us with the world around us, enhancing the spaciousness of our awareness. He often asked his students: How does the Earth wish to move through you? How is the earth moving through you? And, as you are a part of the Earth, what is an effective way to live your life that's an expression of care for the Earth, which is yourself? He acknowledges that there is much competition for our attention and suggests that going outside moves us from a self-referential world to one of being part of the living web that is the ecosystem. 
  Mark Coleman’s books include:Awake in the Wild: Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery (New World Library 2006)Make Peace with Your Mind: How Mindfulness and Compassion Can Free You from Your Inner Critic (New World Library 2016)From Suffering to Peace: The True Promise of Mindfulness (New World Library 2019)A Field Guide to Nature Meditation: 52 Mindfulness Practices for Joy, Wisdom and Wonder (Awake in the Wild 2022) 
  Interview Date: 3/6/2024    Tags: Mark Coleman, mindfulness meditation, meandering, John O’Donohue, inner presence, nature, the natural world, Redwoods, silence, eco crisis, attention economy, Buddhism, Meditation, Personal Transformation, Ecology/Nature/Environment

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  JavaScript Journeys: A...

  Emily Roberts

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  The best resource for anyone looking to get started in web programming is "JavaScript Journeys: A Beginner's Guide to Web Development: Start Your Coding Adventure Today." JavaScript is one of the most popular and adaptable programming languages; this book demystifies it so even beginners may understand it. Readers will master the fundamentals of JavaScript, from basic syntax and data types to more advanced topics like asynchronous programming and DOM manipulation, through concise explanations, step-by-step tutorials, and practical applications. 
  The book's systematic approach ensures a smooth learning curve, which progressively introduces more complex concepts as the reader's confidence increases. As real-world applications and practical examples demonstrate, JavaScript drives dynamic web content that makes learning relevant and engaging.  
  "JavaScript Journeys" not only imparts technical knowledge but also develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are vital for any developer. Experienced web developer author bridges the gap between theory and real-world application with insightful suggestions and advice. Readers will finish this adventure with a strong foundation in JavaScript, ready to take on their web development projects. Start your coding journey now with "JavaScript Journeys" and realize your aspirations for web development.

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