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  Exobiology - Life Beyond Earth

  Mike Crawford

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  The origins of life on Earth remain one of the most profound scientific mysteries. While no definitive answer exists, several compelling theories attempt to explain how life first emerged from non-living matter. Understanding these origins is crucial to the study of exobiology, as it provides insight into how life might arise elsewhere in the universe. 
  One widely accepted hypothesis is abiogenesis, which suggests that life arose from simple organic compounds through natural chemical processes. The famous Miller-Urey experiment in 1953 demonstrated that amino acids, the building blocks of life, could form under conditions similar to those of early Earth. These experiments, combined with discoveries of organic molecules in space, suggest that life’s precursors may have been abundant in the early solar system. 
  The conditions on early Earth were vastly different from today. Around 4 billion years ago, the planet was a harsh, volcanic world with a thick atmosphere composed of methane, ammonia, hydrogen, and water vapor. Lightning, ultraviolet radiation, and hydrothermal vents may have provided the necessary energy to drive complex chemical reactions, leading to the formation of self-replicating molecules like RNA. The RNA world hypothesis proposes that RNA, due to its ability to both store genetic information and catalyze chemical reactions, was a key player in the transition from simple molecules to living cells.

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  Cycles - The Science of Periods...

  FNP Amy J. Hammer

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  There is no one-size-fits-all guide to your cycle. But registered nurse Amy Hammer arms you with a strong foundation in physiology and hormonal health, explores historical and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and reimagines the phases of the menstrual cycle as aligning with the four seasons to provide a detailed guide for living well. 
   
   
   
  Also included are nutritive recipes, supportive movement practices, and self-care rituals and recipes to guide you through each phase of the menstrual cycle and of life. 
   
   
   
  Become in tune with your internal rhythm, reclaim the meaning of self-care, and cultivate optimal health for every season of life. This comprehensive, body-literate guide includes: 
   
   
   
  ● 40 nutrient-dense, menstrual-phase specific recipes that support hormonal, emotional, cognitive, gut, and overall health. 
   
   
   
  ● The science behind menstrual cycles and how hormonal fluctuation impacts your brain, breasts, skin, and weight. 
   
   
   
  ● How to track your cycle using fertility awareness methods, allowing you to naturally and effectively avoid or pursue pregnancy. 
   
   
   
  ● Supportive full-body movement, self-care, and nutrition tips that optimize physiological and hormonal health.

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  Backyard Homesteading Essentials...

  Benjamin Adams

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  The all-inclusive guide "Backyard Homesteading Essentials: Your Guide to a Self-Sufficient Lifestyle" is your roadmap to adopting the age-old tradition of homesteading. Regardless of your level of experience, this book provides insightful analysis, helpful tips, and detailed instructions to help you establish a prosperous and sustainable homestead in your own backyard. 
  You will gain a clear understanding of all the necessary information to start your homesteading journey with confidence through a sequence of well-written chapters. Each chapter aims to provide you with the tools you need to take charge of your food production, lessen your environmental impact, and develop a closer relationship with the land and the food you eat. These tools range from comprehending the fundamentals of homesteading and designing your homestead layout to learning vital skills like gardening, animal husbandry, and food preservation. 
  However, "Backyard Homesteading Essentials" offers more than just helpful guidance. It delves into the underlying philosophy of homesteading, highlighting ideas like community building, self-sufficiency, and resiliency. You'll learn how homesteading provides a method to become more self-sufficient, conscious, and fulfilled, in addition to a way to grow food. 
  You'll discover helpful advice, true-to-life examples, and motivational tales from seasoned homesteaders woven throughout the book to highlight important ideas and show how homesteading ideas may be implemented in a variety of settings and circumstances. This book offers you the resources and motivation you need to design a self-sufficient and sustainable homestead that suits your particular needs, whether you have acres of rural land, a small urban lot, or both.

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  Inevitable - Inside the Messy...

  Mike Colias

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  The question is no longer if electric vehicles will happen, or even when they'll happen, but how. Veteran automotive reporter Mike Colias takes you inside the transformation in this thoroughly reported profile of the hard pivot in the car business, a $2 trillion industry undergoing the biggest change in its 120-year history—a change that is already sending ripples across the entire global economy. 
   
   
   
  Colias documents the inevitable shift from pistons to electrons from every angle, taking you inside the boardrooms where executives battle over their EV strategies to take on Tesla and, more recently, emerging Chinese powerhouses such as BYD. He brings you to family-run car dealerships deciding if they'll sell EVs—or sell their businesses. He follows entrepreneurs along lonely stretches of road that will soon need charging stations. He talks to power-train engineers whose skills were once the beating heart of the automotive industry but who now find themselves being replaced by coders. 
   
   
   
  Inevitable is a deeply enjoyable and smart book that uses masterful storytelling to capture the expanse and dynamism of the transition to electric vehicles in profound detail, bringing to life its seismic effects on everything and everyone.

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  Teen Skincare: The Ultimate No...

  Caroline Hirons

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  What every teen needs to feel great in their own skin 
  Being a teenager is hard – add in hormones, breakouts and an avalanche of dubious TikTok ‘hacks’, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. 
  In Teen Skincare, world-renowned skincare expert Caroline Hirons cuts through the noise to deliver the straight-talking, no-nonsense guide every teen – and their parents – have been waiting for. Forget filters, fads and viral gimmicks; this book is all about real, effective advice that genuinely works. 
  Packed with easy-to-follow routines, myth-busting insights and budget-friendly product recommendations, Teen Skincare helps teens take control of their skin with confidence. Inclusive, practical and relatable, with advice from a dermatologist, nutritionist and psychologist, this book goes beyond the surface, offering a holistic approach to self-care and well-being. 
  No unrealistic promises, no pressure to be perfect. Just the tools, tips and truths every teen needs to feel great in their own skin and build habits that last a lifetime.Say goodbye to confusion and hello to confidence. 
  In Teen Skincare, Caroline Hirons, the Sunday Times bestselling author, provides a comprehensive guide to beauty and grooming, focusing on healthy habits and self-help techniques. The book, a non-fiction masterpiece, offers a holistic approach to dermatology, emphasising the importance of body image and healthy living. 
  For fans of Lauryn Evarts (The Skinny Confidential's Get the F*ck Out of the Sun), Alice Hart-Davis (The Tweakments Guide), Sophie Fletcher (Mindful Menopause), Bobbi Brown (Bobbi Brown Beauty from the Inside Out), and Mireille Guiliano (French Women Don't Get Facelifts). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  Modern Software Engineering for...

  Daniel Green

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  In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the demand for skilled software engineers has never been higher. "Modern Software Engineering for Beginners" offers a clear and concise introduction to the foundational concepts, methodologies, and tools that are essential for beginning a career in software engineering. This book is meticulously designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of developing high-quality software in today’s digital world. 
  From understanding the basics of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to mastering Agile and Scrum methodologies, this guide covers the critical aspects of modern software engineering. You'll learn the importance of version control with Git, embrace best coding practices, and discover the significance of testing and quality assurance to ensure the delivery of robust software products. 
  "Modern Software Engineering for Beginners" doesn’t stop at theory. It dives deep into practical aspects, introducing you to the world of continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD), working with databases, and the essentials of cloud computing. With a dedicated chapter on building a simple application, you get to apply what you've learned in a hands-on project, reinforcing your understanding and preparing you for real-world challenges. 
  This book offers a step-by-step journey through the intricacies of software development. With practical examples, insights into the latest trends, and a focus on modern tools and practices, "Modern Software Engineering for Beginners" is your comprehensive guide to becoming a proficient software engineer in today’s digital age. Embrace the journey of learning and innovation, and start building software that makes a difference. 
   

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