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  Feral Borough

  Meryl Pugh

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  Set in the urban pastoral of an East London postcode, Feral Borough asks what it means to call a place home, and how best to share that home with its non-human inhabitants. Meryl Pugh reimagines the wild as 'feral', recording the fauna and flora of Leytonstone in prose as incisive as it is lyrical. Here, on the edge of the city, red kite and parakeets thrive alongside bluebell and yarrow, a muntjac deer is glimpsed in the undergrowth, and an escaped boa constrictor appears on the High Road. In this subtle, captivating book – part herbarium, part bestiary and part memoir – Pugh explores the effects of loss, and lockdown, on human well-being, conjuring the local urban environment as a site for healing and connection.
  'A subtle, heartfelt and affecting book about home, the city and the self -- Pugh reminds us that nowhere, however urban, is without nature; that wherever we go, the intricate web of life continues to shape and change us.' Rebecca Tamás

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  Orca Rescue! The True Story of...

  DONNA SANDSTROM

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  In 2002, a young orca named Springer was discovered near Seattle - lost, alone, and 300 miles away from home. Six months later she was rescued, rehabilitated and reunited with her family on the north end of Vancouver Island. Today Springer is thriving, with two calves of her own. It's the only successful orca reunion in history! Author Donna Sandstrom tells the riveting story as it happened, from her perspective as a participant in the project. Learn how a community came together to return Springer to her pod, and how the whales responded. Listen to Springer's actual calls! Fact pages are interspersed with the narrative, providing a deep understanding about orcas and our complex history with them. An inspiring true story of hope! (Orca calls provided by OrcaLab.)

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  JavaScript Journeys: A...

  Emily Roberts

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  The best resource for anyone looking to get started in web programming is "JavaScript Journeys: A Beginner's Guide to Web Development: Start Your Coding Adventure Today." JavaScript is one of the most popular and adaptable programming languages; this book demystifies it so even beginners may understand it. Readers will master the fundamentals of JavaScript, from basic syntax and data types to more advanced topics like asynchronous programming and DOM manipulation, through concise explanations, step-by-step tutorials, and practical applications. 
  The book's systematic approach ensures a smooth learning curve, which progressively introduces more complex concepts as the reader's confidence increases. As real-world applications and practical examples demonstrate, JavaScript drives dynamic web content that makes learning relevant and engaging.  
  "JavaScript Journeys" not only imparts technical knowledge but also develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are vital for any developer. Experienced web developer author bridges the gap between theory and real-world application with insightful suggestions and advice. Readers will finish this adventure with a strong foundation in JavaScript, ready to take on their web development projects. Start your coding journey now with "JavaScript Journeys" and realize your aspirations for web development.

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  Inspiring Integrity - How to Win...

  L. Stephan Vincze

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  Inspiring Integrity: How to Win with Compliance and Propel Performance by L. Stephan Vincze provides an essential leadership roadmap for transforming compliance from a tedious obligation into a strategic business advantage. Vincze, a seasoned attorney, Washington political veteran, and corporate compliance professional with over twenty-five years of experience, emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership and a strong corporate culture in achieving compliance excellence. The book introduces a practical, five-step framework to create and sustain effective compliance programs, from defining success and developing a shared strategy to executing plans collaboratively and measuring results.Through compelling real-life anecdotes and case studies, Vincze demonstrates how compliance, when done right, can propel performance and inspire a culture of integrity. For instance, he shares the inspiring story of a biotech CEO motivated by his son's illness to push the boundaries of innovation, resulting in groundbreaking treatments. He also recounts how a heartfelt plea from a mother of a sick child inspired a sales team to adhere to compliance regulations, showing the human impact of their work. Additionally, Vincze discusses the lessons learned from high-profile compliance failures, such as the Theranos scandal, underscoring the necessity of early ethical leadership and robust compliance programs.This book is a must-read for CEOs, senior executives, compliance officers, and legal counsels, as well as law and business students, investors, and board members. With its actionable insights and practical advice, Inspiring Integrity equips readers with the leadership knowledge and tools to embed ethics and integrity into their corporate DNA and achieve sustainable business success."When it comes to ensuring a healthy corporate culture—one that understands and respects the business value of compliance—Steve Vincze is the 'go-to' professional. Steve and I have worked together in multiple companies to develop and instill a culture that can win with compliance at the forefront. This book is an essential read for those who want to do the right things in the right way. Winning with compliance is the only way to run your business." — Rich Daly, President and CEO, Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc."Wow. This is an important book. Inspiring Integrity is not just about compliance; it’s about how to develop a culture based on ethics and integrity, which every organization needs. Every CEO and director should read and draw inspiration from it." — Dr. Michael Gibbs, Ph.D., Clinical Professor of Economics, University of Chicago Booth School of Business

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  Ultimate Snowflake Architecture...

  Ganesh Bharathan

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  "Unlocking the Power of Snowflake: Unveiling the Architectural Wonders of Modern Data Management"
   
  Book Description
  Unlock the revolutionary world of Snowflake with this comprehensive book which offers invaluable insights into every aspect of Snowflake architecture and management.
   
  Beginning with an introduction to Snowflake's architecture and key concepts, you will learn about cloud data warehousing principles like Star and Snowflake schemas to master efficient data organization. Advancing to topics such as distributed systems and data loading techniques, you will discover how Snowflake manages data storage and processing for scalability and optimized performance.
   
  Covering security features like encryption and access control, the book will equip you with the tools to ensure data confidentiality and compliance. The book also covers expert insights into performance optimization and schema design, equipping you with techniques to unleash Snowflake's full potential.
   
  By the end, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Snowflake's architecture and be empowered to leverage its features for valuable insights from massive datasets.
   
  Table of Contents
  1. Getting Started with Snowflake Architecture
  2. Managing Organizations and Accounts
  3. Virtual Warehouse Compute
  4. Role-Based Access Control
  5. Snowflake Data Governance
  6. Snowflake Security Framework
  7. Deployment Considerations
  8. Data Storage in Snowflake
  9. Snowflake Marketplace:
  10. Snowpark
  Index

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  The Back Story on Spine Care - A...

  Dr. Drew Bednar

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  “A tour de force of spine care from a master spine surgeon who has literally seen it all over the course of a four-decade career! This book is a must-read that is accessible to both the layperson and healthcare professionals. I found it both enjoyable and informative.” — Dr. Andrew J. Schoenfeld, Harvard Medical School professor and Spine editor in chief
  		 
  A practical and occasionally provocative look at the state of spinal surgical care
  		 
  Just a few decades ago most spine surgery was literally a gamble: maybe you’d get better and maybe you wouldn’t. Today we have the knowledge, understanding, and technology to predictably relieve pain and neurological deficits like never before — yet many patients are still getting subpar care.  
  		 
  Foundational knowledge of surgical spine care isn’t spreading to the medical community, let alone to patients, whose quality of life hangs in the balance. With The Back Story on Spine Care, orthopedic specialist Dr. Drew Bednar presents case studies that illuminate the common issues plaguing patients — and their treatment — today.
  		 
  Back problems are among the most common health issues, and with Dr. Bednar’s insights, knowledge, and practical tips, medical professionals can provide care that leads to healthier backs and happier lives.

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