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  Random Facts About Life That...

  Facta Somnus

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  "Random Facts About Life That Will Make You Sleep Fast: Calm Bedtime Talk" is an audiobook designed to help listeners fall asleep quickly and peacefully. Narrated in a soothing voice, this audiobook shares a collection of fascinating yet gentle facts about life, nature, and the world around us. The content is curated to engage the mind just enough to distract from daily stress while promoting relaxation. With its calming tone and tranquil pacing, this audiobook serves as a perfect bedtime companion, helping listeners wind down and drift into a restful sleep with ease.

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  Data Equals - Democratic...

  Colin Koopman

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  An expansive vision for data equality that goes beyond algorithmic fairness. 
   
  When we gave algorithms power over our world, we hoped that the apparent neutrality of machine thinking would create a more egalitarian age. Yet we are more divided than ever, staring down threats to democracy itself. In Data Equals, Colin Koopman argues that data technologies fail us so often because we built them around a deficient notion of equality. 
   
  It is not enough, Koopman explains, that algorithms engage everyone’s data with the same measuring stick. The data themselves are all too often structured in ways that obscure and exacerbate stratifying distinctions. Koopman contends that we must also work to ensure that those people subject to computational assessment enter data systems on equal terms. Part philosophical argument, part practical guide (replete with case studies from education technology), Data Equals offers novel methods for realizing democratic equality in a digital age.

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  Well Fed: How modern diets are...

  James Collier

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  What you eat doesn’t just impact you – it shapes the world around you. 
  Wonderfully enlightening and engagingly written. Dr Idz 
  If you are looking at ways to combat the exploitation of the planet this book is for you. Rhiannon Lambert 
  Well Fed is a vital tool in the ongoing battle against nutrition misinformation. Robbie Lockie, Plant Based News 
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  In Well Fed, James Collier, former NHS dietitian and co-founder of Huel, is on a mission to debunk the myths about food and nutrition to reveal why what we eat is not only having a devastating impact on our health, but also on our planet. 
  The industrialisation of our food system has wreaked havoc on earth's natural biodiversity, diminished the nutritional value of the food that is produced and has been a major contributor to global warming. The result? A planet in crisis and a surge in diseases of excess. 
  By challenging conventional wisdom and embracing a more balanced and nuanced approach, Collier shows that we can:Improve our health by boosting physical and mental well-beingProtect the planet by reducing our environmental impactSupport our communities in fostering a more sustainable food system 
  Supercharge your health with Collier's five pillars of contemplative nutrition, which offer a simple, holistic solution to inspire a sustainable approach to food. 
  The future of food, our health and the planet is in our hands. Let's act now.  
  In Well Fed, James Collier takes us on a journey through the world of food policy and conservation, highlighting the urgent need for change. His scientific approach to the subject, combined with his passion for nature and ecology, makes this a must-read for anyone interested in the future of our planet. 
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  HarperCollins 2025

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  The Story of My Boyhood and Youth

  John Muir

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  Before he became one of America’s most influential environmental voices, John Muir was a curious Scottish immigrant boy growing up on the Wisconsin frontier. This honest and vivid memoir traces his journey from a strict religious upbringing to the early stirrings of a lifelong love for nature. 
  In simple yet moving detail, Muir recalls farm life, his inventive mechanical creations, and the challenges of a hard pioneer existence. What shines through is his relentless curiosity about the natural world and the quiet strength that would later shape the U.S. conservation movement. 
  A compelling read for fans of nature writing, American history, and personal memoirs, this book offers a glimpse into the early mind of the man who helped inspire the creation of Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Club.

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  Coleopterology - The World of...

  Mike Crawford

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  Beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera, represent the largest group of insects, with over 400,000 described species and many more likely undiscovered. They account for nearly 40% of all known insects and about 25% of all animal life forms. Their sheer diversity, adaptability, and widespread presence make them one of the most successful groups in the animal kingdom. From the glistening metallic hues of jewel beetles to the formidable jaws of stag beetles, their forms and functions are incredibly varied, contributing to their ecological significance. 
  One of the key features that distinguish beetles from other insects is their hardened forewings, known as elytra. These protective wing cases cover the delicate hindwings and the dorsal side of the abdomen, shielding them from damage and desiccation. When beetles fly, the elytra lift to allow the hindwings to unfold and propel the insect. This unique adaptation has allowed beetles to explore diverse habitats, from rainforests and deserts to freshwater environments. 
  Beetles play essential roles in ecosystems. Some are decomposers, breaking down dead plants and animals and recycling nutrients back into the soil. Others are pollinators, contributing to the reproduction of flowering plants. Predatory beetles help control the populations of other insects, acting as natural pest control agents. Meanwhile, some species have specialized relationships with plants, fungi, or even mammals, highlighting their ecological versatility.

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  The Private Lives of Public...

  Jack Gedney

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  A book to help the ordinary birdwatcher appreciate the fascinating songs, stories, and science of common birds. 
   
   
   
  Jack Gedney's studies of birds provide resonant, affirming answers to the questions: Who is this bird? In what way is it beautiful? Why does it matter? Masterfully linking an abundance of poetic references with up-to-date biological science, Gedney shares his devotion to everyday Western birds in fifteen essays. Each essay illuminates the life of a single species and its relationship to humans, and how these species can help us understand birds in general. A dedicated birdwatcher and teacher, Gedney finds wonder not only in the speed and glistening beauty of the Anna's hummingbird, but also in her nest building. He acclaims the turkey vulture's and red-tailed hawk's roles in our ecosystem, and he venerates the inimitable California scrub jay's work planting acorns. Knowing that we hear birds much more often than we see them, Gedney offers his expert's ear to help us not only identify bird songs and calls but also understand what the birds are saying. The crowd at the suet feeder will never look quite the same again. Join Gedney in the enchanted world of these not-so-ordinary birds.

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