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  Patrons of Paleontology - How...

  Jane P. Davidson

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  In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, North American and European governments generously funded the discoveries of such famous paleontologists and geologists as Henry de la Beche, William Buckland, Richard Owen, Thomas Hawkins, Edward Drinker Cope, O. C. Marsh, and Charles W. Gilmore. In Patrons of Paleontology, Jane Davidson explores the motivation behind this rush to fund exploration, arguing that eagerness to discover strategic resources like coal deposits was further fueled by patrons who had a genuine passion for paleontology and the fascinating creatures that were being unearthed. These early decades of government support shaped the way the discipline grew, creating practices and enabling discoveries that continue to affect paleontology today.

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  Of Man and Beast - Further...

  Willie Labuschagne

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  Step behind the scenes of one of the world's top ten zoological gardens with Willie Labuschagne in his captivating second memoir, Of Man and Beast. As director during a time of intense political change and unprecedented challenges in South Africa, Willie recounts his wild journey with humour, suspense, and unflinching honesty.
  From managing the needs of over 9 000 animals during the first-ever massive staff strike, to navigating the intricate politics of acquiring unique species as diplomatic gifts for Nelson Mandela, Willie's stories are as enlightening as they are entertaining. He shares thrilling close encounters with wild animals, and the light-hearted moments that make every day in the zoo an adventure.
  Willie's experiences extend beyond the zoo's boundaries – from an intimidating passage through Checkpoint Charlie in 1987 to life-threatening situations in the depths of the Congolese jungle. His compelling narrative underscores the pivotal and indispensable role zoos play in conservation and discusses their evolution in 'biological gardens', inviting readers to understand the crucial importance of controlled breeding in conservation and the preservation of endangered species.
  Of Man and Beast is not just an account of a man's life among animals, but a profound look at the responsibilities we share in safeguarding our planet's diverse inhabitants. Willie asks readers to reflect on the future of wildlife conservation, poised between the extremes of poaching and habitat destruction.
  This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about wildlife, conservation, and the extraordinary stories of a man who has dedicated his life to understanding and protecting the natural world. Join Willie as he leads us through his incredible journey, exploring the complex relationship between man and beast, and the enduring impact of his work on our global ecosystem.
  Of Man and Beast is an urgent, beautiful homage to the wild connections that bind us all.

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  Gen X Y? AI

  Greg Steele

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  In a rapidly evolving world dominated by artificial intelligence, what does it mean to be human—especially if you're from Generation X, Y, or beyond? 
  Gen X Y? AI is a thought-provoking exploration of identity, technology, and the intersection of generations in the age of digital revolution. Narrated with clarity and insight by Oliver, this audiobook dives deep into how AI is reshaping our values, work, relationships, and even our sense of self. 
  Whether you're a curious Gen Xer, a tech-savvy Millennial, or just wondering what the future holds, this book challenges you to reflect on your place in an AI-driven society. With sharp analysis, cultural commentary, and forward-thinking insight, Gen X Y? AI is essential listening for anyone navigating the crossroads of humanity and machine.

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  AI Dystopian Apocalypse -...

  Robert Enochs

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  This visionary work encourages readers to prepare for an AI-dominated world and actively shape a future where technology and humanity coexist harmoniously. In an era where the future of the human workforce is uncertain, this dystopian nonfiction book stands as a beacon of hope and a guide for those willing to understand and adapt. Join us in exploring the labyrinth of challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The future is not just coming; it's already here. Are you ready? 
  This new nonfiction book is not just a fast read; it's an urgent call to understand and adapt to the tidal wave of change propelled by AI's relentless advance that may force many of us onto a Universal Basic Income as millions are displaced in the job markets or find ourselves searching for other types of self-employment. 
  Embark on a journey through time with The Age of AI (unveiling the layers of this new world), from its sudden emergence to its exponential growth in 2024. Witness industries crumble in The AI Job Apocalypse, understand the personal toll through harrowing Human Cost stories, and confront the stark realities of wealth and power dynamics in The Economics of AI. Each chapter weaves a compelling and unnerving narrative in the realm of automation displacement, revealing the facets of a future fraught with challenges. 
  But your career path doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. In AI Dystopian Apocalypse, discover the silver linings and innovative career solutions emerging from the ashes of traditional employment. From global movements battling AI displacement in Resisting the Inevitable to groundbreaking strategies in Building a New Society, learn how humanity is surviving and attempting to flourish.

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  The Shortest History of the...

  Riley Black

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  Despite their cultural influence, the grand narrative of the dinosaur story is rarely told. Most of us have heard of Stegosaurus and Tyrannosaurus, but these two dinosaurs lived more than eighty million years apart—a greater span of time than the entire post-T. rex history of the planet. Furthermore, we often know even less about the environments these animals lived in. 
   
   
   
  The Shortest History of the Dinosaurs tells the full story, a 230-million-year epic of small beginnings, spectacular golden periods, and eventual global domination—before an unthinkable asteroid event brought everything to a screeching halt. We learn that, for millions of years in the Triassic, dinosaurs were dog-sized—but slowly developing evolutionary traits like feathers and warm-bloodedness. In the Jurassic Period, these traits—and others like laying eggs and growing specialized air sacs—led to an era of rapid growth in dinosaur population and physical size. As Pangea continued to break apart, during the Cretaceous Period, dinosaurs traversed the globe, adapting to air and water—before a six-mile-wide asteroid hit Central America. 
   
   
   
  Using fossil discoveries and fresh understandings of genetics and evolution, author Riley Black reveals the startling relationships dinosaurs shared with each other, the land they lived on, other animal species, and the earth.

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  The Wanderer - An Alaska Wolf's...

  Tom Walker

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  The Wanderer is the first book ever to chart a wolf's movement, almost to the day, for an extended period of time. Informed by unique access to research and field notes, award-winning author, photographer, and naturalist Tom Walker shares the story of Wolf 258, nicknamed "the Wanderer," part of a research project that studied wolves in Alaska's Yukon–Charley Rivers National Preserve for more than two decades. A GPS collar recorded the animal's coordinates once a day as it moved through the wilderness. To the amazement of all, the Wanderer traveled more than 2,700 miles in less than six months. To tell this story, Walker had unparalleled access to research and field notes, including the cooperation of the biologist who first collared the Wanderer and the wolf researcher now assigned to Yukon–Charley. 
   
   
   
  The Wanderer recounts the compelling life of one particular wolf, while examining the broader complexity of the species as a whole and its struggle for survival. Walker explores not only the natural history of wolves, but the relationship of people—Indigenous, pioneers and settlers, biologists, politicians—to this predator, shedding light on the long northern traditions of trapping and hunting, the tangled politics of wolf management, and the futility of borders to contain large mammals.

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