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  Crusoe Castaways and Shipwrecks...

  Mike Rendell

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  “Fascinating” stories of real-life people and events that inspired the author of the classic adventure novel Robinson Crusoe (Historical Novel Society).   This book looks at some of the stories that inspired Daniel Defoe, author of Robinson Crusoe—stories of bravery, determination, and good fortune, as well as human negligence, sheer stupidity, and bad luck. In addition to an overview of Defoe’s life and his monumentally successful novel, it also considers some of the reasons why people found themselves cast away—as a result of being wrecked, abandoned as a punishment, or marooned by pirates, or even out of deliberate choice.   Major hurricanes in the eighteenth century causing huge damage to shipping and loss of life are also covered, along with catastrophes when ships were lost, and astonishing tales of survival in the face of adversity—down in the Falklands, in the Caribbean, and off the coast of Australia. It looks at how being cast away brings out the best in some—and in others the very worst. And it examines perhaps the most astonishing story of them all—sixty slaves abandoned on a desolate treeless island in the Indian Ocean and left there for fifteen years, some of whom survived against all odds.

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  Dinosaurs Dragons and the Bible

  Bodie Hodge

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  Dinosaurs, Dragons, and the Bible is a one-of-a kind Christian apologetic resource sure to captivate families, scientists, historians, and theologians! Using the Bible as the absolute authority, Bodie Hodge of Answers in Genesis, the Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter, provides answers to the most asked questions about these amazing creatures. 
   
  As Christians, we must not ignore what the Scriptures say about dinosaurs and dragons and accept the secular world’s wisdom. This #ProBible handbook offers fascinating answers based on fossil footprints, soft tissue, biblical references to dragons, serpents, and leviathans, and much more. 
   
  Go beyond the Hollywood version of these magnificent creatures to discover the truth of these icons of Creation and testaments of God’s power in the Genesis Flood. Designed for almost all ages, the book answers questions such as: 
  How Did Huge Dinosaurs Fit on the Ark?Are Dinosaurs and Dragons the Same Thing?How Do I Use the Bible as the Framework to Look at Dinosaurs?Were Dinosaurs on Noah’s Ark (and Did Any Go Extinct Before the Flood)?Are Dinosaur Fossils in the Cretaceous, Jurassic, and Triassic Rock Millions of Years Old or from the Flood?Why Don’t We Find the Word “Dinosaur” in the Bible?Are There Any Human and Dinosaur Fossils Buried Together? 
   
  Dinosaurs are nearly synonymous with evolution in the minds of much of the world. Studying these answers will help Christian families, church leaders, scientists, and theologians develop greater faith in the infallibility of God’s Word and His role as Creator.

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  Healthcare - Patient-Centered...

  Kevin Thorley

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  This book includes two different titles, which are: 
  Nursing - Nursing is more than just a profession; it is a calling that blends compassion, science, and clinical expertise to promote health and well-being. As one of the most trusted professions globally, nursing plays a critical role in the healthcare system, directly impacting patients' lives and outcomes. This chapter provides an overview of nursing careers, introducing the diverse roles within the field and the various paths one can take to become a nurse. 
  Nurses are at the heart of patient care, often serving as the bridge between patients and other healthcare professionals. They are involved in a wide range of activities, from administering medications and performing clinical procedures to providing emotional support and educating patients about their health conditions. Nurses work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, community centers, schools, and even patients' homes, adapting their skills to meet the specific needs of each environment. 
  Social Work - Social work is a vital profession dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. It encompasses a broad range of practices aimed at addressing social issues, alleviating suffering, and promoting social change. Rooted in the principles of social justice, human rights, and empowerment, social work strives to enhance the well-being of marginalized populations while fostering an equitable society. 
  At its core, social work is grounded in the understanding that individuals exist within the context of their environment. This ecological perspective highlights the interplay between personal, social, economic, and cultural factors that influence people’s lives.

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  Decoding Animal Minds - Bridging...

  John Harpoon

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  The question of whether animals possess consciousness has intrigued philosophers, scientists, and animal lovers for centuries. Consciousness, often described as the awareness of one's thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, is a concept that has been challenging to define, even in humans. When applied to animals, the puzzle becomes even more complex, as humans must contend with species whose mental processes are vastly different, yet still intriguing. 
  For much of history, animals were thought to be little more than instinctual beings, driven by basic needs and lacking the higher cognitive functions attributed to humans. Early philosophers, such as René Descartes, even went so far as to declare that animals were mere automata, incapable of experiencing consciousness or complex thoughts. This perspective began to shift, however, with the growing body of research into animal behavior and cognition, which showed that many animals exhibit problem-solving skills, emotional responses, and even a sense of self. 
  Theories of animal intelligence have evolved over time, with a growing recognition that animal minds are not simply mechanical, but can possess depth and complexity. Cognitive ethology, the study of animal minds in their natural environments, emphasizes that animals may experience the world in ways similar to humans, but with distinct differences shaped by their evolutionary paths. From elephants who demonstrate clear evidence of grief, to dolphins that engage in sophisticated social interactions, the evidence suggests that animals may possess emotional and cognitive layers far more intricate than previously imagined.

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  Changeable Brain - What Cases of...

  Ph.D. Lorin J. Elias

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  Brain injuries can result in highly specific and surprising changes in behavior that have revealed to us how the mind works.The brain is the most complicated object in the known universe. After spending millennia trying to understand our ever-changing world, the brain is now turning its capacities for reasoning, remembering, and understanding inward, as it tries to understand itself.The biggest breakthroughs in neuroscience have come mostly by accident. These accidents didn't happen in research labs. They happened on railway job sites, in showers, on bicycles, in cars or were the result of infections from uncommon diseases.When an individual suffers brain damage as the result of an accident or illness, the negative effects can be profound—life altering and lifelong—yet the insights offered by the effects of these injuries have been revolutionary for neuroscientists. Through an examination of landmark cases of traumatic brain injury, Dr. Lorin J. Elias explains how each case has expanded our understanding of the mind.

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  General history of industry

  Albert Bleunard

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  From ancient forges to modern assembly lines, General History of Industry brings to life humanity’s epic journey of ingenuity and transformation. This audiobook unveils pivotal technological shifts, daring pioneers, and silent revolutions that have shaped the ways we produce, trade, and live. Blending vivid storytelling, economic insights, and surprising anecdotes, it traces the birth of factories, the rise of energy, standardization, globalization, and the digital era. An immersive panorama that reveals how industry reflects, at its core, the ambition, risks, and imagination of societies. Listen to understand the past, illuminate the present, and glimpse the future.

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