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  Archaeopteryx The: The History...

  Editors Charles River

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  The massively popular 1990 novel Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton and its subsequent movie adaptations led to a huge resurgence in interest in dinosaurs and the prehistoric world. That interest continues to the present day, even though most of the dinosaurs in Jurassic Park weren’t actually from the Jurassic period. Triceratops, Velociraptor, Tyrannosaurus Rex and the huge sauropods such as Brachiosaurus that feature in the book and movies all actually belong to the Late Cretaceous period, more than 40 million years after the end of the Jurassic. Regardless, certain kinds of dinosaurs remain instantly recognizable. 
  	The movie also popularized pterodactyls, and the concept of flying dinosaurs fascinates people. There is no doubt that Archaeopteryx, which lived over 150 million years ago, was one of the earliest birds or avialans (bird-like creatures), and when the first fossil of it was discovered, it was hailed as a potential missing link between dinosaurs and birds. The name Archaeopteryx comes from Greek, the word for “ancient” and the term for “wing” or “feather.” The creature is occasionally referenced by the German, “Urvogel,” which literally means “primeval bird.” From the known species of Archaeopteryx, the creature grew no longer than half a meter (20 inches), including its long, bony tail. Despite its bird-like appearance, scientists point out that the genus has far more in common with the dinosaurs of its day than with the thousands of bird species of our modern age. 
  	Over time, however, others would argue it was actually the missing link between birds and other reptiles. Meanwhile, the debate over whether it was the first avialan came and went, as it was discovered to not be the first.

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  Guided Meditation for Morning

  Meditative Hearts

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  Do you find it challenging to start your mornings with energy and focus? Are you seeking a way to begin your day feeling calm, centered, and motivated? Imagine greeting each morning with a sense of peace and purpose that sets a positive tone for the entire day. 
  Introducing a revitalizing guided meditation designed to transform your mornings. This audio book offers an invigorating start to your day, guiding you through meditation practices that awaken your mind and energize your body. With soothing narration and uplifting techniques, you'll be led through a journey that cultivates clarity, positivity, and intention. 
  Whether you struggle with morning grogginess, lack of motivation, or simply wish to enhance your daily routine, this guided meditation provides the perfect solution. By incorporating this practice into your mornings, you'll experience increased focus, reduced stress, and a heightened sense of well-being. 
  Don't let your mornings slip away in a haze of hurried activity. Embrace this meditative practice and discover the power of starting your day with intention and calm. Begin your mornings with this transformative experience and watch as it brings balance, productivity, and joy into your everyday life. Start today and transform your mornings into a time of peace and positivity.

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  Advanced Data Analytics with AWS...

  Joseph Conley

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  Master the Fundamentals of Data Analytics at Scale
  Book Description
  Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of data analytics with AWS with this practical and incisive handbook.
  Begin your exploration with an insightful introduction to the fundamentals of data analytics, setting the stage for your AWS adventure. The book then covers collecting data efficiently and effectively on AWS, laying the groundwork for insightful analysis. It will dive deep into processing data, uncovering invaluable techniques to harness the full potential of your datasets.
  The book will equip you with advanced data analysis skills, unlocking the ability to discern complex patterns and insights. It covers additional use cases for data analysis on AWS, from predictive modeling to sentiment analysis, expanding your analytical horizons.
  The final section of the book will utilize the power of data virtualization and interaction, revolutionizing the way you engage with and derive value from your data. Gain valuable insights into emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of data analytics, and conclude your journey with actionable next steps, empowering you to continue your data analytics odyssey with confidence.
  Table of Contents
  1. Introduction to Data Analytics and AWS
  2. Getting Started with AWS
  3. Collecting Data with AWS
  4. Processing Data on AWS
  5. Descriptive Analytics on AWS
  6. Advanced Data Analysis on AWS
  7. Additional Use Cases for Data Analysis
  8. Data Visualization and Interaction on AWS
  9. The Future of Data Analytics
  10. Conclusion and Next Steps     
  Index

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  The History Trees

  Colin Salter

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  The ultimate collection of the most historic trees on the planet. 
  Uncover remarkable trees from around the world, many of which have borne witness to key moments in history or reached a scale and age that have allowed them to become a part of history themselves. 
  “[A] rich history … it contains some of the most extraordinary tales of trees through time” — The Sunday Post 
  First meet 'Methuselah’, a bristlecone pine in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, believed to be 4,900 years old. Learn about trees which have inspired great events, such as the Isaac Newton apple tree in Lincolnshire, where the famous scientist observed an apple falling from a tree (which still stands in the family garden). Other flora has withstood historic events such as in Japan, where the Hibaku jumoku still grows as a survivor tree from the Hiroshima bombing and the 9/11 Survivor Tree in New York City. 
  Many trees continue to inspire our world today including the long avenue of beech trees in Northern Ireland known as the Dark Hedges which Game of Thrones fans will instantly recognise as the road to Kings Landing, the Robin Hood’s oak in the Sherwood Forest or the J. R. R. Tolkien trees in Avebury, which inspired the Ents in The Lord of the Rings. 
  Rest a while beside the oldest trunks and witness the enthralling stories nestled within the branches of these gentle giants. 
  Rooted in non-fiction and historical storytelling, THE HISTORY TREES maps geography, nature, and plants into an unforgettable tapestry, supported by evocative photography. Its regional subjects and themes offer some of the best reasons to look at the world anew—especially for gardening enthusiasts who find meaning in every leaf and limb. 
  For fans of Carolyn Fry (Trees), Brian Clegg (Quantum Computing), Mary Roach (Gulp), Monica Gagliano (Memory and Learning in Plants), and Gene Stone (Animalkind). 
  HarperCollins 2026

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  Voices for the Vanishing:...

  MARGOT RAGGETT

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  Voices for the Vanishing: Remembering Wildlife 
  Narrated by Margot Raggett MBE 
  Over the past decade, Remembering Wildlife has become one of the most influential conservation publishing projects of its kind — raising over £1.2 million for frontline conservation and bringing together the world’s leading wildlife photographers, scientists, and conservationists. 
  Voices for the Vanishing brings together the written heart of the Remembering Wildlife series for the first time in audio form. 
  Across ten books — from elephants and rhinos to lions, cheetahs, bears, and pangolins — this audiobook weaves together powerful essays, firsthand field stories, and vital conservation insights from those working closest to some of the world’s most threatened species. 
  Narrated by Remembering Wildlife founder Margot Raggett MBE, with a special introduction by wildlife presenter Gordon Buchanan, these chapters explore not only the beauty of the natural world, but the complex realities of protecting it — from human-wildlife conflict and habitat loss to hope, resilience, and the people fighting for change. 
  Originally written to accompany iconic photographic collections, these essays stand alone as compelling listening for anyone who loves wildlife, Africa, wild places, and the future of our planet. 
  This is not a single story, but a tapestry — ten years of conservation voices brought together to be heard. 
  All profits from Remembering Wildlife support conservation projects working to protect endangered species around the world.

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  Collected Writings of Edward...

  Edward Leedskalnin

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  The Collected Writings of Edward Leedskalnin is a compilation of two of Leedskalnin's works, Magnetic Current and A Book in Every Home. This eccentric sculptor and amateur scientist devoted most of his life to creating a large complex of megalithic stones that he quarried and carved himself. Edward Leedskalnin was born in Latvia in 1887. Although he only received formal education up to the fourth grade, he was very inquisitive and spent a large part of his youth reading. He was said to be a sickly boy and grew into a small man-reportedly measuring just 5 feet tall and weighing 100 lbs. At age 26, he was engaged to marry a 16-year-old girl named Agnes Skuvst, but the wedding was called off. Accounts differ, some claiming the wedding was canceled the day before it was scheduled and others saying that Leedskalnin was jilted at the altar. Regardless, he was heartbroken and shortly after emigrated to America. After reaching New York in 1912, he continued on to Oregon where he worked for an ax-handle manufacturer. By 1923, he had contracted tuberculosis. The illness prompted him to move to a warmer climate for his health. He chose Florida, where he purchased an undeveloped acre of land in Florida City. It was on this modest plot that he began Rock Gate (later renamed Coral Castle). This ambitious project involved extracting enormous pieces of oolite stone from his land, moving them into position, and carving them-entirely alone. The pieces include sculptures and carved stone furniture, as well as a two-story tower that served as his living quarters. The project was devoted to his "Sweet Sixteen," the woman who had rejected him many years earlier.Due to the scale of the project, some have dubbed it "Florida's Stonehenge." While it's unclear how Leedskalnin was able to complete it, it is all the more impressive considering his small stature and questionable health. When he wasn't hewing or carving stone, Leedskalnin was also conducting experiments and writing.

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