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  Here Begins the Dark Sea -...

  Meredith F. Small

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  The remarkable story of the cartographic masterpiece—the Venetian mappa mundi—that revolutionized how we see the world.In 1459 a Venetian monk named Fra Mauro completed an astonishing map of the world. Seven feet in diameter, Fra Mauro's mappamundi is the oldest and most complete Medieval map to survive into modernity. And in its time, this groundbreaking mappamundi provided the most detailed description of the known world, incorporating accurate observation, and geographic reality, urging viewers to see water and land as they really existed. Fra Mauro's map was the first in history to show that a ship could circumnavigate Africa, and that the Indian "Sea" was in fact an ocean, enabling international trade to expand across the globe. Acclaimed anthropologist Meredith F. Small reveals how Fra Mauro's mappamundi made cartography into a science rather than a practice based on religion and ancient myths.Here Begins the Dark Sea brings Fra Mauro's masterpiece to life as a work of art and a window into Venetian society and culture. In telling the story of this cornerstone of modern cartography, Small takes the listener on a fascinating journey as she explores the human urge to find our way. Here Begins the Dark Sea is a riveting testament to the undeniable impact Fra Mauro and his mappamundi have had over the past five centuries and still holds relevance today.

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  The Honey Trap - How the Good...

  Dana L. Church

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  The last decade has seen an explosion of urban beekeeping in the US, Canada, and Europe, a well-intentioned response to perceived threats to the global honey bee population. Many thousands of people have taken up this seemingly environmentally friendly hobby, tending backyard and rooftop hives (or paying a company to do so) and encouraging honey bees to make honey and pollinate flowers. What could be wrong with that? 
   
   
   
  Quite a lot, in fact. In The Honey Trap, scientist and author Dana Church demonstrates that despite reports to the contrary, honey bees are nowhere near extinction. Rather, their nurturing by urban beekeepers is having far-reaching and potentially devastating consequences for the 19,999 other species of bees on the planet, with knock-on effects for plants, both cultivated and wild, and our ecosystems more generally. 
   
   
   
  With engaging storytelling and a wealth of knowledge about bees and their ways, Church unravels the complexities of human interactions with our winged friends and demonstrates how dangerously selfish our thinking can be. It's a wake-up call for humanity to embrace sustainable practices and protect these vital pollinators before it's too late.

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  Olympic Titanic Britannic - The...

  Simon Mills

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  The Titanic. The Britannic. The Olympic. They are some of the most famous ships in history, but for the wrong reasons. 
   
   
   
  The Olympic Class liners were conceived as the largest, grandest ships ever to set sail. Of the three ships built, the first only lost the record for being the largest because she was beaten by the second, and they were both beaten by the third. The class was meant to secure the White Star Line's reputation as the greatest shipping company on earth. Instead, with the loss of both the Titanic and the Britannic in their first year of service, it guaranteed White Star's infamy. 
   
   
   
  This unique book tells the extraordinary story of these three extraordinary ships from the bottom up, starting with their conception and construction (and later their modification) and following their very different careers. Behind the technical details of these magnificent ships lies a tragic human story—not just of the lives lost aboard the Titanic and Britannic, but of the designers pushing the limits beyond what was actually possible, engineers unable to prepare for every twist of fate, and ship owners and crew who truly believed a ship could be unsinkable.

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  Virginia Rail Singing Near...

  Greg Cetus

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  Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of the marshlands of Oregon, where nature's symphony takes center stage. Discover the captivating audio recording of the Virginia Rail singing near a gurgling stream, crafted to enhance productivity and foster deep focus. The Virginia Rail, known scientifically as Rallus limicola, is a small and elusive bird species that thrives in wetland habitats across North America, known distinctive vocalizations that truly set it apart. These calls serve as a means of communication, providing a captivating insight into the social dynamics and behavior of this remarkable species. Within this binaural audio recording, you will be transported to the marshlands of Oregon, where the Virginia Rail's melodic song merges seamlessly with the gentle gurgling of a nearby stream. Harmonizing with these serene sounds are the enchanting melodies of other feathered inhabitants, including the Red-winged Blackbird, Marsh Wren, Mallard, Canada Goose, Great Blue Heron, and Pied-billed Grebe.

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  William Stanek's The Living...

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  Grand Canyon looks permanent. Its story is one of relentless change.
  
  Stone formed, vanished, returned, uplifted, fractured, and eroded. The Colorado River found its way through the rising landscape. Springs created refuges. Human communities made homes, trails, farms, stories, and sacred geographies within a place outsiders would later describe as wilderness.
  
  William Stanek's The Living Grand Canyon Biography follows the canyon from ancient rock and vanished environments through Indigenous homelands, exploration, mining, railroads, tourism, preservation, dams, changing names, ecological intervention, and the difficult politics of water.
  
  This is not the story of a famous view. It is the biography of the forces, peoples, conflicts, and decisions that made the view possible-and that continue remaking the canyon today.

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  From Winging to Winning -...

  Alistair McQuade

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  Imagine initiating a conversation with a new sales prospect while already equipped with deep insights into their preferences and needs--before your first interaction. This might seem like fantasy, but with the advancements in AI, this level of preparation is not only possible; it's your new reality. 
  Traditionally, salespeople have spent countless hours sifting through data and scouring the internet for insights. AI is revolutionizing how salespeople prepare for customer engagements, enabling them to go from zero knowledge to fully prepared in just minutes. 
  Embark on a journey to harness the transformative potential of three pivotal technologies--AI Search, AI Synthesis, and AI Simulation. This book is your guide to a new era in sales preparation, featuring 'Mentor,' a cutting-edge application of these technologies designed to optimize sales engagements. Get inspired and see the future of sales technology. 
  Discover how sales professionals can enter every interaction fully informed and impeccably prepared, dramatically boosting sales efficiency and outcomes. This guide will walk you through leveraging AI Search, AI Insights, and AI Customer Twins to engage customers more effectively and reinvigorate and scale your sales team. 
  Unleash the power of AI technology to maximize your sales potential. Experience how it anticipates customer needs, tailors interactions, and drives unparalleled growth in your sales figures. Let this be the fuel that ignites your motivation and drives your sales success.

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