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  Opticks

  Sir Isaac Newton

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  The famous physicist Sir Isaac Newton lectured on optics from 1670 - 1672. He worked on refraction of light into colored beams using prisms and discovered chromatic aberration. He also postulated the corpuscular form of light and an ether to transmit forces between the corpuscles. His "Opticks", first published 1704 contains his postulates about the topic. This is the fourth edition in English, from 1730, which Newton himself had corrected from the third edition before his death. (Summary by Availle)

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  The Olive Tree - A Personal...

  Carol Drinkwater

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  An olive farmer journeys through Spain, Italy, and North Africa to find the future of agriculture in an age of chemicals and climate challenges. Carol Drinkwater’s beloved olive farm in the South of France was suffering badly from destructive pests and premature ripening. In a hunt for answers, she decided to set out on her own for a fact-finding tour of Spain, Italy, Morocco, and Algeria. In The Olive Tree, Carol recounts not only the agricultural education she gained during her travels, but the dangers she faced as terrorist bombs rocked one of her destinations and a group of beekeepers helped shepherd her through dangerous territory. Through it all, she confronts issues faced by farmers and non-farmers alike in today’s world, from climate change to diminishing water reserves to the excessive use of chemicals. Ultimately, she will return to her land in Provence with a new appreciation for the urgency of these problems—and with an ingenious vision for the future shared with her by a brilliant group of olive growers . . .Praise for the Olive Farm series “Vibrant, intoxicating and heartwarming.” —Sunday Express “Spellbinding . . . a must for anyone who dreams of moving to a kinder climate and starting a new life.” —Choice

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  Cryptids: How We Know They are Real

  James Maxey

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  When you stare into the shadows... do the shadows stare back? 
  Sasquatch! Mothman! Nessie! The Jackalope! Many cryptids are famous, but which ones are real? Search beyond blurry photos and sketchy eye-witness accounts to examine physical evidence of cryptids that shows... how we know they are real. 
  Sample passages: 
  From Chapter 1 
  "Studying cryptids sharpens the mental tools needed to cut through the thickets of misleading and incomplete evidence. The skills you’ll practice as you judge the existence of Bigfoot can be used to analyze any number of scientific, commercial, political, or philosophical claims. The study of cryptids can lead the open-minded explorer into a better understanding and appreciation of our world. 
  From Chapter 16 
  "The giant squid swims through deep, dark seas surrounded by things we’ll never see, and can’t imagine. 
  In this light, the fact that anyone would state that we’ve already discovered every large creature in the wild is a foolish claim. Just because something is unknown isn’t proof that it’s unreal. If someone tells you a certain cryptid doesn’t exist, there’s no reason to accept that as the final word. There can be no final word. Reality is still being discovered and understood, and there’s an infinite supply of the unknown to transform into the knowable."

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  The American Chestnut - An...

  Donald Edward Davis

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  Before 1910 the American chestnut was one of the most common trees in the eastern United States. An important natural resource, chestnut wood was preferred for woodworking, fencing, and building construction, as it was rot resistant and straight grained. The hearty and delicious nuts also fed wildlife, people, and livestock. 
   
   
   
  Ironically, the tree that most piqued the emotions of nineteenth- and early twentieth-century Americans has virtually disappeared from the eastern United States. After a blight fungus was introduced into the United States during the late nineteenth century, the American chestnut became functionally extinct. Although the virtual eradication of the species caused one of the greatest ecological catastrophes since the last ice age, considerable folklore about the American chestnut remains. 
   
   
   
  The American Chestnut tells the story of the American chestnut from Native American prehistory through the Civil War and the Great Depression. Davis documents the tree's impact on nineteenth-and early twentieth-century American life, including the decorative and culinary arts. The author also evaluates efforts to restore the American chestnut to its former place in the eastern deciduous forest, including modern attempts to genetically modify the species.

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  Neural Networks For Beginners -...

  Rayan Murray

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  This comprehensive guide is tailored for beginners, providing a clear and accessible introduction to the captivating world of neural networks. Whether you're a student eager to grasp the fundamentals or an enthusiast seeking to unravel the mysteries of AI, this book serves as your gateway to the transformative realm of neural networks. 
  Starting with the basics, the book explores the fundamental concepts, drawing inspiration from the intricacies of the human brain. Readers will delve into the different types of neural networks, from feedforward to recurrent and convolutional architectures, gaining a nuanced understanding of their diverse applications. 
  With a strong foundation laid, the book navigates through the mathematical underpinnings of neural networks, making concepts like linear algebra and calculus accessible to all. The journey continues with practical insights into popular frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, guiding readers in selecting the tools that suit their needs. 
  Armed with this knowledge, readers will embark on the exhilarating process of building their first neural network. From data preparation to network architecture, the book demystifies each step, ensuring readers are equipped to undertake this exciting endeavor. Training the neural network is explored in depth, covering essential topics like loss functions, backpropagation, and gradient descent. 
  "Neural Networks Unveiled" is not just a guide; it's an invitation to join the ranks of those shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Whether you aspire to contribute to cutting-edge research or apply neural networks to real-world challenges, this book empowers you to take the next step in your AI journey. Unveil the secrets of neural networks and embark on a transformative adventure into the boundless possibilities of artificial intelligence. 
   

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  HowExpert Guide to Show Pigs -...

  HowExpert, Keiren Cook

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  If you want to learn how to breed, raise, and prepare show hogs for pig shows, then check out HowExpert Guide to Show Pigs. This guide is an information-dense piece of text that is a step-by-step guide for raising show pigs from farrow to table. 
  In the first section of the book, you will discover everything there is to know about picking a sow and boar to produce a litter of pigs that will be able to stand the test of showing. Whether it’s for meat or a high-quality, well-mannered show hog, this book will help you make informed decisions. Additionally, you will receive information and tips on breeding your sow and then maintaining her well-being throughout the sow’s life. Even while she is laboring, you will have everything there is to know about birthing a litter of pigs and setting them up for success with castrations, vaccinations, and feed diets. 
  In the second section of the book, the content will primarily focus on how to prepare the show hog for the ring. Complete with training tips, tools, supplements, and product suggestions, as well as information about maintaining a clean area. This book will guide you through the show pig process from birth, all the way up till they are in the show ring and off to the auction. 
  Additionally, for hogs raised for the freezer, you will be informed about how to monitor their progress and determine when they are ready and what you will be able to harvest from a complete meat-rearing hog. For anyone looking to dive into the world of pig agriculture and diversify their skill-set, this is the beginner’s guide to getting a hog business started. 
  Check out HowExpert Guide to Show Pigs if you want to learn how to breed, raise, and prepare show hogs for pig shows! 
  About the Author 
  Keiren Cook is a young and avid writer passionate about raising quality hogs for the youth interested in agriculture. 
  HowExpert publishes how to guides by everyday experts.

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