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  Thermal and Statistical Physics...

  Mark Hedges

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  This bundle explores the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and the fascinating world of chaos and nonlinear dynamics. Thermodynamics examines the principles governing heat, energy, and work within systems, emphasizing the laws of energy conservation, entropy, and the transformation of matter. This book also delves into statistical mechanics, providing insight into how microscopic interactions of particles give rise to macroscopic phenomena like temperature, pressure, and volume. Understanding these principles is key to unraveling the behavior of systems in equilibrium and those far from it. 
  The study of chaos and nonlinear dynamics extends these ideas by focusing on systems that exhibit sensitive dependence on initial conditions, where small changes can lead to drastically different outcomes. This text bridges the gap between predictable and unpredictable phenomena, exploring how randomness and disorder emerge in physical systems. The principles outlined have profound implications across many fields, from thermodynamic engines and material science to weather patterns and biological systems. This book offers a comprehensive overview of how heat, disorder, and randomness govern both natural and engineered systems, making complex processes understandable through the lens of statistical physics.

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  The Life Cycle - 8000 Miles in...

  Kate Rawles

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  One woman's journey through South America - and the devastating story of our planet's disappearing biodiversity 
   
  Pedalling hard for thirteen months, eco adventurer Kate Rawles cycled the length of the Andes on an eccentric bicycle she built herself. The Life Cycle charts her mission to find out why biodiversity is so important, what's happening to it, and what can be done to protect it. 
   
  From the Pacific Ocean to rainforests and salt flats, Kate learns that armadillos can cross rivers by holding their breath, that Colombia has more species of birds than North America and Europe combined, and that in threatening species and ecosystems, we're tearing down our own life support system. En route, she witnesses the devastation of goldmining and oil drilling but finds hope in the incredible people working to regenerate habitats and communities. As she reaches the 'end of the world', she realises that to tackle biodiversity loss we all have a role to play. 
  'A gripping read for anyone who cares about what we're doing to the planet and how we can change it' DAVID SHUKMAN, FORMER BBC NEWS SCIENCE EDITOR 
   
  'Searing observations focused on our need to protect biodiversity - A tour de force' SIR TIM SMIT OBE, CO-FOUNDER OF THE EDEN PROJECT 
   
  'An informative, uplifting and truly important book' JONATHON PORRITT, AUTHOR AND CAMPAIGNER

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  Computer Vision for Beginners -...

  Robert Francis

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  Unlock the mysteries of the digital world through the lens of computer vision with "Computer Vision for Beginners." This comprehensive guide is tailored for beginners eager to embark on a journey into the captivating realm of visual data processing and analysis. From the basics of image processing to the intricacies of machine learning and convolutional neural networks, this book serves as your compass in navigating the landscape of computer vision. 
  Embark on a captivating exploration of the visual world as "Computer Vision for Beginners" equips you with the knowledge and skills to comprehend, create, and contribute to the evolving field of computer vision. With a blend of theory and practical application, this book is your gateway to understanding the present and shaping the future of visual computing. Get ready to witness the world in a new light!

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  It Came to me One Day

  Mike Blake

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  It Came to me One Day...  
  A poem about a person listening in to the Moon and the Earth having a conversation. A poem, looking from another angle on the Planets biosystems demise. Will COP26 change anything ? 
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  Challenges and Future of Aquatic...

  Santiago Machain

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  As human activities continue to push aquatic ecosystems to the brink, the urgency to protect, restore, and sustain these environments has never been greater. Challenges and Future of Aquatic Ecosystems explores the most pressing threats facing our oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands, from pollution and climate change to overfishing, habitat destruction, and biodiversity loss. Through a compelling narrative, this book examines global conservation policies, innovative restoration efforts, and the role of technology in safeguarding aquatic life. 
  This book not only highlights the challenges but also presents actionable solutions at all levels—government policies, corporate responsibility, community-based conservation, and individual action—to inspire a collective movement toward a healthier future for aquatic ecosystems. It is an essential read for students, environmental professionals, policymakers, and anyone passionate about the protection of our planet's water systems.

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  What Sheep Think About the...

  Amelia Thomas

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  It started with a hummingbird dive-bombing Amelia Thomas over her morning coffee, and a pair of piglets who just wouldn't stay put. Soon Amelia, journalist and new farmer, begins to question the communications of the creatures all around her. Are they all just animals reacting instinctually to the world around them—or are they trying to communicate something deeper? 
   
  Driven by lifelong curiosity, Amelia embarks on a journey to uncover what animals truly seek to say to humans. On the way, along with groundbreaking chimps and circumspect octopuses, she'll meet an extraordinary cast of experts, from animal behaviorists and anthrozoologists to trackers and psychologists, and even explore the surprising insights of pet psychics, A.I. researchers, and animal mindfulness practitioners. Each perspective offers a new layer of understanding about the subtle, complex ways animals connect with us—and will deepen our appreciation for every creature with whom we share our planet. 
   
  In What Sheep Think About the Weather, Amelia chronicles her sometimes difficult discoveries with humor, heart, and awe. More than just a memoir, this book is a call to listen—not only to the animals we love but to the untamed world around us. What if the answers to some of humanity's greatest questions have been whispered to us all along?

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