Outros livros que poderiam interessá-lo

• 

  Love Loss & Life - Real Stories...

  Paul Coleman

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  A profound change in the world order becomes apparent within a pandemic. These are real life stories of the HIV and AIDS pandemic that reveal a truth. You cannot manage the future without knowing the past. The contributors to this book are experienced with the HIV and AIDS story as medical professionals, patients, family and friends. They are feisty individuals who have been prepared to discuss ideas and explore the social history of their lives. This book is about understanding and revealing the silence and secrets of the past 40 years and learning how a community stood together and built a better future even while it was being drained of life.

  Ver livro

• 

  Moors’ Most Famous Sites in...

  Charles River Editors

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Tucked away on the crest of the Al-Sabika Hill in Granada of Andalusia, Spain, just left of the babbling stream of the Darro River, sits a majestic structure overlooking the charming city and mystical meadows of La Vega. This palatial fortress and the fabled Alhambra are one and the same. To those that have seen it in its full glory, this was heaven on earth itself. Many were quick to fall under the spell of its breathtaking beauty, with its admirers lovingly dubbing it “a pearl set in emeralds.”  
  	Even if one were to discount security and the Spanish royals who reside here seasonally, legend has it that the Alcázar is never truly uninhabited. Take a post-midnight stroll through the colonnades or the baths, and listen closely, insist mystics, and one will hear the spine-tingling sniffling, harrowing whimpers, and wretched weeping of the hapless souls who met their demise at the hands of Pedro the Cruel, Peter I of Castile, one of the many builders and tenants of this bewitching place. The vicious and volatile wrath of the cruel monarch knew no bounds, and his victims, no numbers. Some say these cries belong to the young maidens who were burnt at the stake for no other reason than rejecting Pedro's romantic advances. Others say they come from the spirit of Eleanor of Guzman, the mistress of Pedro's father, Alfonso XI of Castile, and one of Pedro's first kills. Or perhaps they come from all of Pedro's victims, cursed by their violent deaths to roam the Alcázar in perpetuity. 
  	The Calle Cardenal Herrero in Córdoba is an iconic cobbled street impossible to overlook, for it is home to the Andalusian city's spectacular Mosque-Cathedral. Also known as “La Mezquita,” this one-of-a-kind Moorish and Christian place of worship reels in about 1.5 million visitors each year, most of whom find themselves spellbound by its hypnotic architectural features and riveting history.

  Ver livro

• 

  Artificial Intelligent Future

  Raphael Terra

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  This audiobook has been recorded using Text to speech (TTS). 
   
  The days of a secure and peaceful future are over. Man is on the brink of a new world filled with danger, adventure, and a potential threat from an artificial intelligence unlike anything ever seen. 
   
  The world we live in is on the cusp of a dangerous new era: the emergence of intelligent artificial systems, or “agents”, that will profoundly reshape humanity’s relationship with technology. We will explore the murky landscape ahead, and seek to uncover the future of mankind’s relationship with these revolutionary new technologies. 
   
  Advancements in artificial intelligence are happening faster than ever before, and with them comes a potential risk unseen in the history of digital technology. We explore the implications of this rapid development, from extreme wealth disparity to cyber–security threats, and examine how these systems might impact the lives of citizens everywhere. At the center of this book stands the ethical dilemma posed by these agents: how can we ensure that our choices respect and protect our values, interests, and communities? 
   
  This is just the beginning. As we venture deeper into this new, complex, and sometimes intimidating world, you will witness stunning stories of amazing innovations and emerging opportunities that promise to change our lives forever. From artificial intelligence and its associated robotic hardware, to the advocates and opponents of these remarkable creations, this book promises to be an eye-opening exploration of the world that’s to come.

  Ver livro

• 

  Foundations of the French...

  Amara Blackwood

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  This collection explores the early stages of the French Revolution, beginning with the calling of the Estates General—a rare and symbolic event that revealed deep societal fractures in 18th-century France. 
  The journey continues through the formation of the National Assembly, a bold move by the Third Estate that challenged the established order and set the groundwork for revolutionary governance. Finally, the book examines the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, a radical document that redefined liberty, equality, and the role of the individual in society. 
  Together, these three parts provide a powerful narrative of political awakening, civil resistance, and the birth of modern democratic ideals. Perfect for history lovers, students, and anyone curious about how ideas can reshape entire civilizations.

  Ver livro

• 

  It Doesn't Suck: Showgirls

  Adam Nayman

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  A new edition of the first book in the acclaimed Pop Classics series The Worst. Movie. Ever. is a masterpiece. Seriously. Enough time has passed since Showgirls flopped spectacularly that it’s time for a good hard look back at the sequined spectacle. A salvage operation on a very public, very expensive train wreck, It Doesn’t Suck argues that Showgirls is much smarter and deeper than it is given credit for. In an accessible and entertaining voice, the book encourages a shift in critical perspective on Paul Verhoeven’s Showgirls, analyzing the film, its reception, and rehabilitation. This in-depth study of a much-reviled movie is a must-read for lovers and haters of the 1995 Razzie winner for Worst Picture. This expanded edition includes an exclusive interview between the author and Showgirls director Paul Verhoeven, as well as a new preface.

  Ver livro

• 

  The Ultimate Enigma -...

  John Harpoon

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  The enigma’s origins can be traced back to a specific date or event, one that set into motion a series of actions and reactions that would change the course of history. The disappearance seemed to defy all logic, prompting countless theories, speculations, and investigations. What made it even more baffling was the lack of any solid leads or clear explanation. The initial shockwave reverberated through communities, then nations, and eventually captured the attention of the international media. While some were quick to dismiss it as a simple case of human error or an unfortunate accident, others, with a more skeptical mindset, began to delve into deeper, darker possibilities. 
  The world began to wonder: Was there something more to this disappearance than met the eye? Could it be that the vanishing was part of something far grander—an elaborate scheme, a well-organized plot, or a conspiracy of sorts? As the days stretched into weeks, weeks into months, and even years, the mystery seemed to grow deeper, defying all attempts at resolution. Various experts, investigators, and amateurs alike joined the search, each bringing their own theories, each finding new clues that led them down different paths. Yet, despite the global effort, the answers remained elusive.

  Ver livro