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  Why We Hurt - The Natural...

  Jr. Frank T. Vertosick

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  A top neurosurgeon and acclaimed author's unique and highly listenable study of the paradox of pain, with fascinating anecdotes on childbirth, migraines, cancer, and more. 
   
   
   
  Medical science has made brilliant discoveries over the last century but as any cancer patient can attest, it has yet to conquer, or even fully comprehend, pain. Beginning with his own battle against severe migraines, and citing numerous case studies of his patients, in Why We Hurt Dr. Frank Vertosick explains how pain evolved, and by highlighting the critical functions it serves, he helps us to understand its value. Well written, expertly researched, and movingly told, each chapter offers an amalgam of medicine, history, anthropology, drama, inspiration, and practical advice on a myriad of pain syndromes, from back pain to angina, arthritis to carpal tunnel syndrome. A skilled writer and compassionate physician, Vertosick believes knowledge is often the first, and best, analgesic, and in Why We Hurt, "he offers fascinating insight into the greatest mystery of all: what it means to be human" (the Seattle Times).

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  Marginlands - Indian Landscapes...

  Arati Kumar-Rao

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  AN ENVIRONMENTALIST’S JOURNEY THROUGH INDIA’S PRECIOUS YET VULNERABLE LANDSCAPES.In the boundless Thar, deemed a ‘wasteland’ by the authorities, miners bulldoze sand dunes guarding life-sustaining water. The Gangetic dolphin, once a thriving apex predator, struggles for survival as its riverine habitat is fragmented by dams and roiled by incessant shipping. Deep in the mangrove forests of the Sunderban, tigers prey on desperate crab-catchers. Encroachments on the Mumbai coastline unleash cataclysmic floods. Along the eroding beaches of Kerala, fishers live in fear of the sea swallowing them whole. As the spectre of climate change compounds these natural and human-induced disasters, India’s most endangered landscapes are pushed to the precipice of destruction.Arati Kumar-Rao journeys to these marginlands, listening intently to their inhabitants, paying close attention to each fissure, fold and ripple, as she documents the misguided decisions, wilfully ignored warnings and disregarded evidence that have brought us almost to a point of no return. But the land is still rich in ancient wisdom, and its cracks hold lessons that may yet aid us in undoing centuries of slow violence – so long as one is willing to attune their senses.Combining enthralling nature writing and journalism with immersive art and photography, Marginlands is an urgent, vital work by a passionate chronicler of our environment.

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  Brain Recharged: Mental Wellness...

  Ronan Sable

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  Brain Recharged: Mental Wellness 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you striving to advance in your career while deepening your understanding and resilience in the face of emotional challenges? 
  In search of a thorough guide that equips you with everything needed to enhance your emotional wellness and rebound from life’s difficulties? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This guide is your ultimate resource for enriching your comprehension, applying essential skills, and engaging in practical exercises. With this knowledge, you're set for success. 
  Updated for the latest emotional wellness strategies and practices. 
  Key features of this comprehensive guide: 
  - In-depth insights into emotional resilience and wellbeing   
  - Thorough explanation of transforming your understanding of emotional challenges   
  - Effective strategies for preparing for and addressing mental wellness goals   
  Our guide stands out due to its thorough approach, which is critical for your personal growth. Concepts are explored in detail; they are not just touched upon. 
  Please be aware that this guide is not affiliated with any official mental health organization and is designed solely as an independent resource for your enrichment. 
  Crafted with clarity and accessible language, our Mental Wellness Guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to complex jargon and welcome clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey to mastering emotional resilience!

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  Insulin - A Hundred-Year History

  Stuart Bradwel

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  In 1922, researchers made one of the most important medical breakthroughs of the century: insulin. Their discovery seemed miraculous. When it was given to diabetic patients on the brink of death, their condition rapidly improved. 
   
   
   
  However, this was no simple cure. Injections must be taken for life. Without them, symptoms quickly return, often with fatal results. But while a lifetime on insulin poses great challenges, it also offers opportunities. In this revelatory history, Stuart Bradwel looks back on one of medicine's most celebrated innovations. Setting professional narrative against subjective patient experience, he tells the story of a drug that has challenged many of the basic assumptions upon which medical practice is built, both inside and outside the clinic. 
   
   
   
  Nevertheless, Bradwel reminds us that the centenary of this apparent "wonder drug" should be no cause for celebration. Insulin often remains inaccessible to those who need it most: elusive prescriptions, uneven availability and sky-high prices result in rationing and desperate do-it-yourself research and development. In the face of bootstraps rhetoric and "Pharma Bro" capitalists, patients across the world are left to fend for themselves. There is a long way to go in the twenty-first century until insulin truly fulfills the extraordinary promises made by its discovery.

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  The Art of Machine Learning -...

  Evelyn Hartwell

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  In a time when technology is the driving force behind innovation, combining machine learning and human intelligence stands out as the most revolutionary force influencing our future. Knowing this mutually beneficial relationship is essential whether you're a professional, a student, or just interested in the tech-driven society you live in. 
  Explore the fascinating history of machine learning, from its early phases in the 20th century to its modern uses and ethical dilemmas. Learn how it reflects, enhances, and occasionally contradicts the complexities of human thought. This book provides a thorough yet approachable overview of machine learning, covering everything from the algorithms that drive your preferred online platforms to the ethical considerations that direct AI's development. 
  This book thoroughly comprehends machine learning concepts, investigates computational learning and human intelligence, and participates in conversations on ethics, society, and philosophy. It also imparts tech expertise to its readers. 
  Discover the secrets of the modern era's most revolutionary technical phenomenon. Give yourself the knowledge, perspective, and insights necessary to succeed in the digital age. Get started on a journey of learning and discovery by diving into "The Art of Machine Learning: Bridging Human Intelligence and Automated Learning" today.

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  The Milky Way Smells of Rum and...

  Jillian Scudder

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  An offbeat guided tour of the Universe, focusing on weird and wonderful facts.
  
  Astrophysicist Dr Jillian Scudder knows more than most of us what a surreal place the Universe can be. In this light-hearted book she delves into some of the more arcane facts that her work has revealed, and tells us how we have actually managed to discover these amazing truths.
  
  Did you know: the galaxy is flatter than a sheet of paper; supermassive black holes can sing a super-low B flat; it rains iron on a brown dwarf, and diamonds on Neptune; you could grow turnips on Mars if its soil weren't full of rocket fuel; the Universe is beige, on average; Jupiter's magnetic field will short-circuit your spacecraft - and, of course, the Milky Way smells of rum and raspberries.

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