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  Charles Darwin - The Concise...

  Tim M. Berra

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  A brief biography of English naturalist responsible for the advancement of the science of evolution. 
   
  Two hundred years after Charles Darwin’s birth (February 12, 1809), this thoroughly illustrated, yet concise biography reveals the great scientist as husband, father, and friend. 
   
  Tim M. Berra tells the fascinating story of the man and the idea that changed everything. Berra discusses Darwin’s revolutionary scientific work, its impact on modern-day biological science, and the influence of Darwin’s evolutionary theory on Western thought. But Berra digs deeper to reveal Darwin the man by combining anecdotes with carefully selected illustrations and photographs. 
   
  This small gem of a book includes 20 color plates and 60 black-and-white illustrations, along with an annotated list of Darwin’s publications and a chronology of his life. 
   
  “Berra meets the essential curiosities a reader new to Darwin will have about a scientist still controversial in some quarters: Berra describes Darwin’s wealthy family background; notes his search for a purpose in life, which led to his embarkation on the survey ship HMS Beagle; chronicles Darwin’s fabled voyage on that ship; steers Darwin into his happy marriage to an heiress to the Wedgwood pottery fortune; and recounts the éclat with which On the Origin of Species burst upon the world in 1859. . . . A finer asset of this volume is its abundance of portraits and illustrations, including a suite of photos taken by Berra of Darwin’s home.” —Booklist

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  Snakes Sunrises and Shakespeare...

  Gordon H. Orians

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  The eminent zoologist “extends his pioneering work in evolutionary biology” to examine “our preferences, predilections, fears, hopes, and aspirations” (Stephen R. Kellert, author of Birthright).   Why do we jump in fear at the sight of a snake and marvel at the beauty of a sunrise? These impulsive reactions are no accident; in fact, many of our human responses to nature are steeped in our evolutionary past—we fear snakes because of the danger of venom, and we welcome the assurances of sun as the predatory dangers of night disappear. According to evolutionary biologist Gordon Orians, many of our aesthetic preferences—from the kinds of gardens we build to the foods we enjoy and the entertainment we seek—are the lingering result of natural selection. In Snakes, Sunrises, and Shakespeare, Orians explores the role of evolution in human responses to the environment, applying biological perspectives ranging from Darwin to current neuroscience. Orians reveals how our emotional lives today are shaped by decisions our ancestors made centuries ago on African savannas as they selected places to live, sought food and safety, and socialized in small hunter-gatherer groups.  During this time our likes and dislikes became wired in our brains, as the appropriate responses to the environment meant the difference between survival or death. His rich analysis explains why we mimic the tropical savannas of our ancestors in our parks and gardens, why we are simultaneously attracted to and repelled by danger, and how paying close attention to nature’s sounds has made us an unusually musical species.

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  Sound Reporting - The NPR Guide...

  Jonathan Kern

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  From an NPR veteran, a “comprehensive and lucid” guide to “the values and practices that yield stellar audio journalism” (Booklist). 
   
  Maybe you’re thinking about starting a podcast, and want some tips from the pros. Or perhaps storytelling has always been a passion of yours, and you want to learn to do it more effectively. Whatever the case—whether you’re an avid NPR listener or you aspire to create your own audio, or both—Sound Reporting: The NPR Guide to Audio Journalism and Production will give you a rare tour of the world of a professional broadcaster. 
   
  Jonathan Kern, a former executive producer of All Things Considered who has trained NPR’s on-air staff for years, is a gifted guide, able to narrate a day in the life of a host and lay out the nuts and bolts of production with both wit and warmth. Along the way, he explains the importance of writing the way you speak, reveals how NPR books guests ranging from world leaders to neighborhood newsmakers, and gives sage advice on everything from proposing stories to editors to maintaining balance and objectivity. Best of all—because NPR wouldn’t be NPR without its array of distinctive voices—lively examples from popular shows and colorful anecdotes from favorite personalities animate each chapter. 
   
  As public radio’s audience of millions can attest, NPR’s unique guiding principles and technical expertise combine to connect with listeners like no other medium can. With today’s technologies allowing more people to turn their home computers into broadcast studios, Sound Reporting is a valuable guide that reveals the secrets behind NPR’s success.

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  How To: Seal And Connect PVC...

  Trevor Clinger

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  Discover the essentials of connecting plastic pipes and fittings with this concise guide. Written by a seasoned plumber from Clinger Mechanical Inc., this article equips readers with the know-how to tackle plumbing tasks independently, saving time and money. Learn how PVC piping and fittings offer a reliable solution for redirecting waste and liquids safely. Your feedback is valued, so share your thoughts for continuous improvement. Empower yourself to handle plumbing projects efficiently with this informative resource.

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  NFT for Beginners: An Essential...

  Donn Newman

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  If you’re confused about the recent surge of Crypto art and want to learn more about NFTs and their market, look no further! 
  Have you ever wondered what the deal is with crypto art? 
  Ever heard the term NFT and wondered what that could possibly mean? 
  Do you feel intimidated by this new technology, more so because you’re barely struggling to understand Bitcoin and Ethereum? 
  Are you a creative person looking to get into the crypto art scene? 
  Then this audiobook is just what you need. 
  Within this audiobook, you will:Learn what an NFT isDiscover the implications of non-fungibility and how you can take advantage of itLearn how the blockchain works and why it makes NFTs possibleUnderstand the importance of Ethereum to all things NFT relatedLearn how to create your very own NFTsUnderstand the dos and don’ts when it comes to making smart investment decisionsDiscover the best sites to list, buy, and sell your NFTSLearn all about these tokens’ real-world applications and how they’re revolutionizing industriesDiscover how smart contracts work to keep you safeLearn about the very real risks of trading NFTs and how to be safe with themDiscover the most successful Crypto artworks to inspire your next one or next investment 
  Using this audiobook as a launching pad, you can understand everything you need to know to take advantage of the next big thing – possibly bigger than Bitcoin – and that’s saying something! 
  So, click the “add to cart” button now and get ready to ride the wave of NFTs into the future.

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  A Field Guide to Larking

  Lara Maiklem

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  A Field Guide to Larking is a practical, interactive and inspiring guide to 'larking' from the bestselling author of Mudlarking.To lark is to get out and about, to explore the world around us and to discover the little treasures hiding in plain sight. We think, of course, of mudlarking but there is also beachlarking, fieldlarking or even simply exploring your own home with fresh eyes. In this beautiful field guide, Lara teaches us how to lark for ourselves. There are charts, tips and lists throughout to help identify finds. From tide tables for mudlarkers to a flint guide for fieldlarkers, this book is richly informative. Like a journal it invites you to interact – to make notes and record finds along the way.If Lara Maiklem's first book was a glimpse into a hidden world, with this field guide she shows us how we can discover it for ourselves.

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