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  When I Consider Your Heavens -...

  Antony Latham

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  In this thought-provoking book, Antony Latham shows how science and philosophy provide evidence for the existence of God. There was a beginning of the universe, which requires an explanation beyond itself. The exquisite fine-tuning of the physical laws necessary for life has all the hallmarks of design. Paleontology and biology show unmistakable signs of an intelligence behind life. Consciousness and free-will, inexplicable in purely physical terms, point to something beyond the material. The philosophy of beauty and morality leads us to an author of both. He argues that the universe is ‘open’—not simply the interaction of matter and energy, but a realm where miracles can happen. The evidence for the greatest miracle in history, the resurrection of Jesus, is carefully presented. 
  About the Author: 
  Antony Latham is a retired family doctor with nine years of experience working in hospitals in East Africa. He has authored books on Darwinism and the philosophy of mind, and holds a degree in Medical Law and Bioethics. Currently, he chairs the Scottish Council on Human Bioethics. He and his wife have four children and three grandchildren. They live in the Western Isles of Scotland, where he enjoys sailing and mountaineering.

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  Why Geese Don't Get Obese (and...

  Eric P. Widmaier

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  Imagine being able to consume 250,000 calories daily without gaining weight. 
  If you had the metabolism of a shrew you could. And while most of us can't hold our breath for more than a few minutes, the Weddell seal can remain under water for a full 75 minutes! 
  Through many amazing examples, Why Geese Don't Get Obese discusses the mechanisms humans and other creatures have evolved to gauge their need for food; gather water and oxygen; circulate blood; regulate body temperature; respond to stressful situations; and maintain other survival needs. 
  Peppy prose and just the right amount of detail make this audio-book a delight and a fitting ode to the remarkable resilience of nature!

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  The Uranium Club - Unearthing...

  Miriam E. Hiebert, Timothy W. Koeth

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  Tim Koeth peered into the crumpled brown paper lunch bag; inside was a surprisingly heavy black metal cube. He recognized the mysterious object instantly—he had one just like it sitting on his desk at home. It was uranium metal, taken from the nuclear reactor that Nazi scientists had tried—and failed—to build at the end of World War II. This unexpected gift, wrapped in a piece of paper inscribed with a few cryptic but crucial lines, would launch Koeth, a nuclear physicist and professor, and his colleague Miriam Hiebert, a cultural heritage scientist, on an odyssey to trace the tale of these cubes—two of the original 664 on which the Third Reich had pinned their nuclear ambitions. 
   
   
   
  From Werner Heisenberg and Germany's nuclear program to the Curies, the first family of nuclear physics, to the Allied Alsos Mission's infiltration of Germany to capture Nazi science to the renegade geologists of Murray Hill scouring the globe for uranium, the cubes are lodestars that illuminate a little-known—and hugely consequential—chapter of history. 
   
   
   
  The cubes are physical testimony to the stories of the German failure, and the successful American program that launched the world into the modern nuclear age, and the lessons for modern science that the contrast in these two programs has to offer.

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  The Word of Dog - What Our...

  Mark Rowlands

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  A heartwarming philosophical meditation on how to live a fulfilling life—inspired by the inherent happiness of dogs. 
   
   
   
  If you have spent any part of your life with a dog, you may have found certain questions popping, unbidden, into your mind: Is my dog living a fulfilled life? Is my dog a good dog? Does my dog love me? Addressing these questions compels you to confront not just your dog's life but yours as well—to think about what fulfillment, and meaning, in life really is. 
   
   
   
  In The Word of Dog, philosopher Mark Rowlands explores these questions and suggests that in dogs we can see hints—faint, shrouded, but discernible—of what a better way of living might look like. Perhaps none of us can be happy in the way a dog can, but The Word of Dog shows us we could do a lot better than we're doing simply by listening to the unspoken wisdom our dogs reveal to us every day of their happy, uncomplicated lives.

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  Internet of Things (IoT) - Part...

  Daniel Garfield

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  In a world where technology intertwines seamlessly with our daily lives, the Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing the way we interact with the world around us. "Internet of Things (IoT)" is an insightful exploration of the IoT and its advancements in communication protocols, illuminating the remarkable potential and impact this interconnected ecosystem holds for the future. 
  This comprehensive guide begins by demystifying the fundamentals of the Internet of Things, providing a clear and accessible introduction to its core concepts. Readers will embark on a journey through the interplay between physical devices, sensors, and data networks, witnessing how these interconnected elements come together to create an intelligent network of smart devices and systems. 
  As the book delves deeper, it delves into the advancements that have propelled the growth of the IoT. The rapid evolution of communication protocols has played a pivotal role in enabling seamless connectivity and interoperability between devices. From the early days of simple protocols to the emergence of robust standards like MQTT, CoAP, and Zigbee, readers will gain a profound understanding of the communication landscape that fuels the IoT revolution. 
  As readers journey through the pages, they will encounter the challenges and considerations inherent in building secure and scalable IoT systems. The book provides valuable insights into data privacy, cybersecurity, and ethical implications, ensuring that readers grasp the importance of responsible IoT deployment and explore potential solutions to mitigate risks. 
  Embark on a captivating journey through the world of the Internet of Things, understanding how the advancements in communication protocols are paving the way for a smarter, more connected world. Discover the possibilities, embrace the challenges, and unlock the potential of the IoT with "Internet of Things (IoT)." 
   

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  Useless Facts That Will Bore You...

  Calmy Heart

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  Can’t sleep? Let your racing mind wind down with the most mind-numbing facts you never knew you didn’t need. Useless Facts That Will Bore You to Sleep Fast is the perfect audiobook to lull you into a peaceful slumber by focusing your restless thoughts on the utterly mundane. 
  Did you know that a cloud can weigh as much as 1 million pounds? Or that octopuses have three hearts? No? Well, don’t worry—you won’t remember these tidbits by morning anyway. With a soothing narration designed to relax and distract your busy brain, this audiobook delivers hours of delightfully unimportant information guaranteed to help you drift off. 
  Whether you’re an overthinker or someone who simply struggles to unplug at night, this quirky sleep aid is your secret weapon. It’s not about staying engaged; it’s about letting go. By filling your mind with random, irrelevant facts, this audiobook provides just enough focus to steer you away from stress and straight into dreamland. 
  So grab your blanket, press play, and let the delightful dullness take over. Sleep has never been so easy—or so full of useless knowledge.

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