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  Heal the Beasts - A Jaunt...

  Philipp Schott

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  “Schott’s animated account moves at a fast clip, is full of colorful anecdotes, and will delight animal lovers of all stripes.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review
  		 
  Sharing the stories of 22 different animal healers and veterinarians from across eras and continents, Dr. Schott examines the always fascinating, often unexpected, and sometimes hilarious veterinary methods employed to treat all manner of creatures. From healing dogs and horses to gorillas and even dragons, at the heart lies the evolution of the human-animal bond, which has been more cyclical than linear.
  		 
  James Herriot will be familiar to many people, but most of the other featured vets will be new. They range from Palakapya, who treated fighting elephants in India almost 3,000 years ago, to Dr. Louis Camuti, who had the first feline house call practice anywhere, tending to the cats of celebrities in mid-twentieth century Manhattan
  		Whether you have a passion for animals, the history of the medical sciences, or just quirky history, this light-hearted exploration of the empathetic relationship between man and beast will entertain and delight.

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  The Future-Proof Human - How to...

  Bashir Ahmed

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  Don’t fear the future. Shape it.  
  We are living through the fastest transformation in human history. Artificial intelligence, automation, and global disruption are rewriting the rules of work, wealth, and meaning. Yesterday’s expertise is today’s liability. The question is not “Will things change?” — it’s “How will YOU change with them?” 
  The Future-Proof Human is your survival and growth manual for the AI era. With gripping stories, practical frameworks, and actionable strategies, this book reveals how to thrive when certainty disappears. 
  Inside, you’ll discover: Why mindset matters more than knowledge — and how to master the art of learning, unlearning, and relearning.How to partner with AI tools (like ChatGPT, MidJourney, and AlphaFold) to multiply your creativity and productivity.The 3 Pillars of Future Wealth — skills, digital assets, and networks — and how to build them.Why networks are the new currency, and how to design your “Future Network Map.A step-by-step Future Playbook to design the life you want instead of drifting into the one you fear. 
  Who this book is for:  
  Professionals who fear their jobs may vanish in the AI revolution. Entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creators who want to stay ahead of the curve. Students and lifelong learners preparing for a world where adaptability is the only guarantee. Anyone who wants to find meaning, resilience, and opportunity in an age of chaos. 
  Imagine your life five years from now…If you embrace these principles, you’ll be future-ready: skilled, adaptable, connected, and resilient. If you don’t, the wave of change may overwhelm you. 
  The choice is yours. The Future-Proof Human is not just a book — it’s your guide to surviving disruption and thriving in the greatest transformation of our lifetime.

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  Unlocking Hidden Patterns: The...

  Rachel Thompson

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  Data isn’t just numbers — it’s a map to the future. 
  In Unlocking Hidden Patterns: The Art of Data Interpretation, Rachel Thompson reveals how to transform raw data into insights that drive smarter decisions, sharper strategies, and lasting competitive advantage. 
  Inside this audiobook, you’ll discover:Data Fundamentals: Core principles and techniques for interpreting complex datasets with clarity.Pattern Recognition and Predictive Analytics: Methods to spot trends early and make accurate forecasts.Decision-Making Tools: Proven frameworks to convert data into actionable strategies.Real-World Applications: From business to personal finance, see how data powers decisions every day.The Data Thinker’s Mindset: Build confidence, reduce errors, and strengthen analytical intuition. 
  Whether you’re just beginning your journey into data or seeking to sharpen your expertise, this audiobook equips you with the tools to make data work for you. Instead of being overwhelmed, you’ll learn to see what others miss — and use it to shape smarter outcomes. 
  Unlocking Hidden Patterns is your essential guide to mastering the art of data interpretation and building a future defined by insight and precision.

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  On Privacy and Technology

  Daniel J. Solove

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  Succinct and eloquent, On Privacy and Technology is an essential primer on how to face the threats to privacy in today's age of digital technologies and AI. 
    
  With the rapid rise of new digital technologies and artificial intelligence, is privacy dead? Can anything be done to save us from a dystopian world without privacy? 
    
  In this short and accessible book, internationally renowned privacy expert Daniel J. Solove draws from a range of fields, from law to philosophy to the humanities, to illustrate the profound changes technology is wreaking upon our privacy, why they matter, and what can be done about them. Solove provides incisive examinations of key concepts in the digital sphere, including control, manipulation, harm, automation, reputation, consent, prediction, inference, and many others. 
    
  Compelling and passionate, On Privacy and Technology teems with powerful insights that will transform the way you think about privacy and technology. 
    
  "A deeply insightful look at myriad dimensions of information privacy. Paths a constructive way forward for effective privacy regulation of tech in our digital age."—Paul M. Schwartz, Jefferson E. Peyser Professor of Law, Berkeley Law School

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  Plasma and Fluid Dynamics - The...

  Mark Hedges

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  This book explores the fascinating world of two critical fields in physics: plasma physics and fluid dynamics. Plasma, often referred to as the fourth state of matter, plays a crucial role in everything from the sun’s energy production to potential advancements in controlled fusion energy. Plasma physics investigates the behavior of ionized gases under various conditions, aiming to harness this powerful energy source. Controlled fusion, a field within plasma physics, focuses on replicating the energy-producing reactions of the sun, offering a potential solution for sustainable, clean energy. Meanwhile, fluid dynamics, the study of the movement of liquids and gases, impacts various applications from engineering and meteorology to biology. 
  This book delves into the intricate interactions between these two domains, examining how fluids and plasmas behave under different forces, temperatures, and magnetic fields. By integrating plasma physics, controlled fusion, and fluid dynamics, the text provides a comprehensive understanding of how motion and energy interact on both a micro and macro scale. The principles outlined have far-reaching implications for both theoretical research and practical applications, including energy generation, propulsion systems, and the study of natural phenomena such as weather patterns and ocean currents.

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  Magic Plants - Being a...

  M.J.H. Heucher

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  Brought to you by Altrusian Grace Media and narrated by Matthew Schmitz 
  Privately printed at Edinburgh in 1886, this is a translation of a Latin text written by M.J.H. Heucher in the late seventeenth century. This is a short pamphlet recounting the use of numerous botanical applications with regard to ancient medicine and magic and religion. Appended to the title-work is a text entitled "Confessions of Witches under Torture".

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