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  Soil is not a dirty word - A...

  Craig Castree

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  What you feed the soil, you 
  feed yourself! 
  In his riveting new book, Soil is Not A Dirty Word, Craig Castree shares 
  urgent insights into the symbiotic relationships between plants and the 
  microscopic worlds of bacteria and fungi that sustain them. This book will 
  transform the way you see the ground beneath your feet. 
  During his three-year dive down the rabbit hole to discover the shocking 
  truths hidden in soil, Castree discovered that our understanding of soil has 
  been fundamentally flawed for over 80 years. 
  While soil might not be the typical topic of conversation, it’s time it became 
  a priority. Modern agricultural practices promised increased productivity 
  but have instead led to diminishing returns. Our topsoil—the thin layer 
  that nourishes the planet—erodes at an alarming rate, and autoimmune 
  diseases rise as the soil microbiome becomes more disconnected from 
  plant and human microbiomes. 
  Soil is Not A Dirty Word goes beyond just sounding the alarm, it offers a 
  solution after solution to the problems most of us never knew we had with 
  soil. With a regenerative approach that revitalises the soil, reduces reliance 
  on chemical inputs, and restores its nutrient density, Castree’s strategies 
  promise to revolutionise edible gardening, farming, and growing food plants. 
  This isn’t just a manual for gardeners and farmers—this is a call to action for 
  anyone concerned about our planet’s future, our health, and the legacy we 
  leave for generations to come. 
  For more information or to order his other books go to; 
  www.craigcastree.com.au

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  Objectivity & Diversity -...

  Sandra Harding

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  Worries about scientific objectivity seem never-ending. Social critics and philosophers of science have argued that invocations of objectivity are often little more than attempts to boost the status of a claim, while calls for value neutrality may be used to suppress otherwise valid dissenting positions. Objectivity is used sometimes to advance democratic agendas, at other times to block them; sometimes for increasing the growth of knowledge, at others to resist it. Sandra Harding is not ready to throw out objectivity quite yet. For all of its problems, she contends that objectivity is too powerful a concept simply to abandon. In Objectivity and Diversity, Harding calls for a science that is both more epistemically adequate and socially just, a science that would ask: How are the lives of the most economically and politically vulnerable groups affected by a particular piece of research? Do they have a say in whether and how the research is done? Should empirically reliable systems of indigenous knowledge count as "real science"? Ultimately, Harding argues for a shift from the ideal of a neutral, disinterested science to one that prizes fairness and responsibility.

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  Be Fruitful and Multiply - How...

  Donald Worster

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  A groundbreaking history that explores how human desires have affected our relationship with the natural world, and why this is a cause for hope Donald Worster looks back over 200,000 years of Homo sapiens to show how human nature, especially the drive for food and sex, has responded to environmental conditions throughout history. Examining how this process led from foraging to the agrarian revolution and then to a capitalist way of life, Worster brings us face to face with a third transformation of human society that is beginning to take shape in China: an ecological civilization. This meticulously researched book explores how human desires have driven us to overrun our environments, and how we have adapted by creating new relationships with the earth. Tying the past to the future and humans to the planet, Worster acknowledges that we are at a potentially dangerous tipping point. Yet he offers a surprisingly optimistic vision, full of faith in the strength of our human desires, to help us develop exciting futures in a changing world—as we have done time and again—and achieve a good life for the billions of us trying to survive on a finite planet.

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  Climate Action for Busy People

  Cate Mingoya-LaFortune

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  As unprecedented heat waves, storms of the century, and devastating fires impact cities across the country, the time to create climate resilient communities is now. While large-scale innovations in policy and technology are necessary to preserve the planet, the wisest and most lasting adaptation solutions originate at the local level. However, with something as large as the climate crisis, it can be hard to know where to begin. 
   
   
   
  Climate Action for Busy People is a hopeful and realistic roadmap for individuals and groups who want to boost climate preparedness and move the needle towards environmental justice. Drawing from her professional and personal success in climate adaptation and community organizing, Cate Mingoya-LaFortune begins with a brief history of why our communities look the way they do and how that affects how vulnerable we are to climate risks. Each chapter will help listeners scale up their actions, from identifying climate solutions that an individual or small group can pull off in a handful of weekends to advocating for change at the municipal level. It's not too late for people of all ages and skill levels to create climate safe neighborhoods. 
   
   
   
  Climate Action for Busy People is an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to make lasting and equitable improvements that will make their communities climate resilient.

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  Ultimate MLOps for Machine...

  Saurabh Dorle

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  The only MLOps guide you'll ever need
  Book Description
  This book is an essential resource for professionals aiming to streamline and optimize their machine learning operations. This comprehensive guide provides a thorough understanding of the MLOps life cycle, from model development and training to deployment and monitoring. By delving into the intricacies of each phase, the book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to create robust, scalable, and efficient machine learning workflows. 
  Key chapters include a deep dive into essential MLOps tools and technologies, effective data pipeline management, and advanced model optimization techniques. The book also addresses critical aspects such as scalability challenges, data and model governance, and security in machine learning operations. Each topic is presented with practical insights and real-world case studies, enabling readers to apply best practices in their job roles. 
  Table of Contents
  
  1. Introduction to MLOps
  2. Understanding Machine Learning Lifecycle
  3. Essential Tools and Technologies in MLOps
  4. Data Pipelines and Management in MLOps
  5. Model Development and Training
  6. Model Optimization Techniques for Performance
  7. Efficient Model Deployment and Monitoring Strategies
  8. Scalability Challenges and Solutions in MLOps
  9. Data, Model Governance, and Compliance in Production Environments
  10. Security in Machine Learning Operations
  11. Case Studies and Future Trends in MLOps   
  Index

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  Emotional Self-Care and Positive...

  Jorah San

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  Are you a black woman struggling with self-doubt and low self-esteem?  
  Do you feel like your experiences and perspectives are undervalued and underrepresented in society?  
  Are you tired of dealing with the constant stress and pressures of everyday life?  
  If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Jorah San's "Emotional Self-Care and Positive Affirmations for Black Women" is the perfect audiobook for you! 
  This audiobook is a guided spiritual journal specifically designed to address the unique challenges that black women face in their daily lives. With this audiobook, you can listen and engage with Jorah San's powerful affirmations, guided journal prompts, spiritual practices, and self-care strategies while you go about your day. 
  Jorah San's approach is rooted in the belief that black women deserve to prioritize their own mental and emotional health. With her guidance, you will learn to let go of self-doubt, build a positive self-image, and cultivate a deeper sense of self-love. 
  So, are you ready to prioritize your well-being and embrace your full power as a black woman?  
  Let "Emotional Self-Care and Positive Affirmations for Black Women" be your companion on your journey.  
  As Jorah San says, "We as black women deserve to live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Let this audiobook be a tool to help you get there."

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