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  The Lost Family - How DNA...

  Libby Copeland

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  “A fascinating exploration of the mysteries ignited by DNA genealogy testing—from the intensely personal and concrete to the existential and unsolvable.” —Tana French, New York Times–bestselling author  
   
  You swab your cheek or spit in a vial, then send it away to a lab somewhere. Weeks later you get a report that might tell you where your ancestors came from or if you carry certain genetic risks. Or, the report could reveal a long-buried family secret that upends your entire sense of identity. Soon a lark becomes an obsession, a relentless drive to find answers to questions at the core of your being, like “Who am I?” and “Where did I come from?” Welcome to the age of home genetic testing. 
   
  In The Lost Family, journalist Libby Copeland investigates what happens when we embark on a vast social experiment with little understanding of the ramifications. She explores the culture of genealogy buffs, the science of DNA, and the business of companies like Ancestry and 23andMe, all while tracing the story of one woman, her unusual results, and a relentless methodical drive for answers that becomes a thoroughly modern genetic detective story. Gripping and masterfully told, The Lost Family is a spectacular book on a big, timely subject. 
   
  “An urgently necessary, powerful book that addresses one of the most complex social and bioethical issues of our time.” —Dani Shapiro, New York Times–bestselling author 
   
  “Before you spit in that vial, read this book.” —The New York Times Book Review 
   
  “Impeccably researched . . . up-to-the-minute science meets the philosophy of identity in a poignant, engaging debut.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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  Back to the Moon - The Next...

  Joseph Silk

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  Just over half a century since Neil Armstrong first stepped foot on the lunar surface, a new space race to the Moon is well underway and rapidly gaining momentum. Laying out a vision for the next fifty years, Back to the Moon is astrophysicist Joseph Silk's persuasive and impassioned case for putting scientific discovery at the forefront of lunar exploration. 
   
   
   
  The Moon offers opportunities beyond our wildest imaginings, and plans to return are rapidly gaining momentum around the world. NASA aims to build a habitable orbiting space station to coordinate lunar development and exploration, while European and Chinese space agencies are planning lunar villages and the mining of precious resources dwindling here on Earth. Powerful international and commercial interests are driving the race to revisit the Moon, but lunar infrastructures could also open breathtaking vistas onto the cosmos. Silk describes how the colonization of the Moon could usher in a thrilling new age of scientific exploration, and lays out what the next fifty years of lunar science might look like. With lunar telescopes of unprecedented size situated in permanently dark polar craters and on the far side of the Moon, we could finally be poised to answer some of the most profound questions confronting humankind, including whether we are alone in the Universe and what our cosmic origins are.

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  Ocean Ship Sleep Sounds - 5...

  Sleeptime Publications

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  Tired of tossing and turning through another restless night?
   
  Do you lie awake staring at the ceiling while racing thoughts and outside noise keep stealing your deep, restorative sleep?
   
  Ocean Ship Sleep Sounds delivers the ultimate escape—5 full hours of steady ship movement across open water that gently rocks your mind and body into profound relaxation. Imagine drifting off effortlessly as the rhythmic hum of the vessel, endless ocean wash, and soothing sea elements melt away stress, creating the peaceful sanctuary you've been craving for truly refreshing nights.
  
  Drifting vessel air for a constant, calming engine pulse that blocks distractions
  Endless ocean wash to mimic gentle waves lulling you into deeper sleep
  Soft tides and bubbles for delicate underwater serenity
  Sea and distant wings blending ocean sounds with subtle natural harmony
  Storm beyond the hull offering protected intensity for those who need stronger white noise
  
   
  No more groggy mornings or midnight wake-ups. This immersive experience transports you straight onto the open sea, where steady ship rhythms promote faster sleep onset, longer rest, and waking up renewed and energized—night after night.
   
  Ready to finally experience the deep, uninterrupted sleep of your dreams? Dive into Ocean Ship Sleep Sounds tonight and embrace the transformative relief and vitality waiting for you. Start your journey to peaceful nights now.

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  The Trees Are Speaking -...

  Lynda V. Mapes

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  Ancient and carbon-rich, old-growth forests play an irreplaceable role in the environment. Their complex ecosystems clean the air, purify the water, cool the planet, and teem with life. In a time of climate catastrophe, old-growth and other natural forests face existential threats caused by humans―and their survival is crucial to ours.In a bicoastal journey, environmental journalist Lynda V. Mapes connects the present and future of Pacific Northwest forests to the legacy forests of the northeastern United States. Beginning in Oregon and Washington, where old growth supports, and is supported by, the region’s salmon, we meet Jerry Franklin, who led scientists in recognizing and studying the distinctiveness of these majestic spaces. From there, we journey to Vancouver Island, where Indigenous activists and scientists strive to preserve the health of Nuu-chah-nulth traditional homelands amid continued clearcutting. On the East Coast, we see the corduroy patterns of lands that have been logged for generations, leaving industrial carnage along formerly life-filled waterways.Mapes invites us to understand the world where trees are kin, not commodities. The Trees Are Speaking is a must-listen for those with a deep interest in environmental stewardship, Indigenous land rights, and the urgent challenges posed by climate change.

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  Creating Wellbeing and Building...

  Sonja A. Olson

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  A Call to Life aims to help veterinary caregivers increase self-efficacy, decrease unnecessary suffering, and increase sustainability in their mission to support animal health around the world. The veterinary profession is powered by dedicated, bright, and selfless individuals. Unfortunately, the long-standing and dysfunctional culture in classrooms and practices around the world expects veterinary caregivers to be ready to sacrifice everything in the name of being deemed qualified and 'worthy.' 
   
   
   
  Integrating real-life stories from a range of veterinary caregivers with evidence-based theory, practical activities, discussion and reflection points, and insights drawn from the author's own experiences, the book empowers veterinarians by showing that they have the ability and the control to choose a healthier way forward for themselves and their profession. It describes how to: normalize the conversation around mental and emotional health challenges in caregiving environments; discuss and collaboratively create systemic solutions that promote healthier 'ecosystems' for vets to work within; develop the skills of reframing, mindfulness, and self-care strategy implementation supporting holistic veterinary well-being; and collectively choose to shift the framework of professional conversations towards psychological safety, optimism, and purpose-driven experiences.

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  Deep Forest Sleep Sounds - 5...

  Sleeptime Publications

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  Tired of endless sleepless nights and waking up exhausted? 
   
  Racing thoughts, daily stress, or city noise keeping you wide awake when you need rest most?
   
  Imagine drifting off effortlessly — fully immersed in a lush, breathing woodland where soft rustling leaves, gentle breezes, subtle wildlife whispers, and soothing atmospheric layers dissolve anxiety, silence your mind, and carry you into hours of profound, uninterrupted sleep. This 5-hour immersive soundscape turns frustrating nights into restorative rest, so you wake refreshed, focused, energized, and truly ready to seize the day.
   
  Inside Deep Forest Sleep Sounds you'll find:
  
  Breathing Woodland — A living, rhythmic forest that naturally syncs with your breathing for instant calm
  Embers Among the Trees — Warm, subtle crackles and glowing tones for cozy, grounding comfort
  Sleeping Forest Calm — Pure, ultra-deep tranquility with minimal wildlife for undisturbed slumber
  Still Forest Air — Crystal-clear stillness layered with faint, peaceful natural whispers
  Whispers of the Forest — Delicate, magical wildlife hints that soothe without ever startling
  
   
  No pills, no apps, just authentic dense woodland atmosphere and subtle wildlife sounds designed for maximum sleep aid power. Ideal for fighting insomnia, deep relaxation, nature sounds for sleep, stress relief, meditation, or focus.
   
  Stop surviving on broken sleep. Step into Deep Forest Sleep Sounds right now and finally claim the refreshing, life-changing rest your body and mind deserve — your peaceful nights start tonight! 🌲✨

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