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  Gotcha Day! - Adoption Tales of...

  Greg Murray

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  Meet Killian who is obsessed with clothes and just has to find the right outfit each morning; Jet who snores louder than a human; and Roger, who came to his family from a puppy mill and learned that people can be kind and loving. Gotcha Day! spotlights the adoption tales of over 60 adorable rescue dogs and their new forever families. The unique personality of each pup shines through the candid photos by animal advocate and photographer Greg Murray, and their humans let us in on their inspiring stories, funny quirks, and all the many things that make them special.

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  Being Brains - Making the...

  Francisco Ortega, Fernando Vidal

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  This “interesting, informative, and provocative book” explores the pervasive influence of neuroscience and “the view that we are essentially our brains” (History and Philosophy of the Life Sciences).  Being Brains offers a critical exploration of neurocentrism, the belief that “we are our brains,” which came to prominence in the 1990s. Encouraged by advances in neuroimaging, the humanities and social sciences have gravitated toward the brain as well, developing neuro-subspecialties in fields such as anthropology, aesthetics, education, history, law, sociology, and theology. Even in the business world, dubious enterprises such as “neuromarketing” and “neurobics” have emerged to take advantage of the heightened sensitivity to all things neuro.   While neither hegemonic nor monolithic, the neurocentric view embodies a powerful ideology that is at the heart of some of today’s most important philosophical, ethical, scientific, and political debates. Being Brains examines the internal logic of this new ideology, as well as its genealogy and its main contemporary incarnations.  Being Brains was chosen as the 2018 Outstanding Book in the History of the Neurosciences by the International Society for the History of the Neurosciences.

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  Linux - Linux Command Lines and...

  Andy Vickler

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  When you search for a book on Linux programming, you are aiming to get the best deal. In a technological world that is progressing quickly, you need to understand Linux. The question is whether you can carve out enough time to read lengthy books on Linux that are filled to the brim with a lot of unnecessary details and jargon and take a great a deal of time to read and understand.  
  You need a book that is clear, concise, and easy to digest, and now you have one! Imagine having a book that you can finish on a two hours flight. That’s a promise! This book guarantees to save you time and is written clearly and concisely. You will find Linux commands and brief explanations that are easy to digest and you’ll be able to practice them on the go.  
  If you have an interview at an IT firm in a few days and you are learning Linux from scratch, this book will help you learn the commands and scripting techniques and understand them quickly. You can review the entire book in a single day, learn new things, or refresh your memory of long forgotten, but important commands.  
  In this book you will discover…A detailed overview of the origins of the Linux operating systemHow to install the Linux operating systemLinux commands and shell scriptingFile navigation commandsDirectory navigation commandsKeyboard tricks and shortcutsCompletion commands and how to search the historyAn overview of the most prominent Linux editors The most important commands to operate editors like a proLinux shell scripting techniques, including if-then statements, the for loops, the while loops, and the until command. 
  Now is your chance to learn Linux command lines and shell scripting with ease. Click the Buy Now button to get started today!

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  Carl Zimmer: Planet of Viruses

  PBS NewsHour

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  Consider these facts from Carl Zimmer’s book, A Planet of Viruses: If you put all the viruses in the ocean on a scale, they would equal the weight of 75 million blue whales. And if you lined up all those viruses end to end, “they would stretch out past the nearest 60 galaxies.” 
  In 17th century England, Zimmer writes, cures for the rhinovirus, or the common cold, included a blend of gunpowder and eggs and fried cow dung and suet. Today, he says, doctors have little more to offer a person that’s sick with a cold. 
  Zimmer is a contributing editor at Discover, an author of 12 books on science and a regular contributor to the New York Times. (He also has a tapeworm named after him.) We spoke with him recently about his latest book, in which he uncovers the bizarre world of viruses living in the soil, in caves underground and in our own bodies — while addressing the fundamental questions driving virologists. Why, for example, has it been so hard to find a penicillin for viruses? Which virus will become the next great pandemic? Will scientists ever develop a cure for the common cold? And should they?

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  Last Trains - Dr Beeching and...

  Charles Loft

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  "The debate about Dr Richard Beeching will rage until the Second Coming – and probably beyond. But in Charles Loft's careful examination of the Beeching Report, we have as fine a study as we are going to possess in the meantime." – Peter Hennessy
  "Loft's great strength is his judiciousness. He understands the political processes and assesses them fair-mindedly. And his verdict will, I suspect, hold up better than any of Beeching's judgements." – Matthew Engel, Financial Times
  "Prepare to be impressed, shocked and saddened … This is undoubtedly one of the best books of the year – a riveting read." – Railways Illustrated
  "Lucid, to the point, thought-provoking at every turn, Last Trains is a volume that everyone should read before making judgements about the rail closures of the Sixties." – Heritage Railway
  "Thoughtful and well-researched analysis." – Edinburgh Evening News
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  During the course of the 1950s England lost confidence in its rulers and convinced itself it must modernise. The failing steam-powered local railways, run by Colonel Blimp, symbolised everything that was wrong with the country – surely the future lay in motorways and high-speed express trains? Along came Dr Beeching with his diagnosis, and suddenly branch-line Britain was gone for ever.
  The debate about the Beeching cuts has raged ever since. In this superbly researched examination, Charles Loft exposes the political failures that bankrupted the railways and lays bare the increasing alienation of bureaucrats from the public they were trying to serve. The result is a fascinating study of a nation grappling to come to terms with modernity.

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  Nurse Practitioner Certification...

  Emily Vale

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  Are you ready to accelerate your career, boost your income, and achieve rapid promotions with prestigious Nurse Practitioner Certification? 
  Looking for a comprehensive study guide that features all the essential prep materials to ace the Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam? 
  You've come to the right place!  
  This book is your comprehensive guide for testing your knowledge, understanding practical applications, and fully immersing yourself in detailed exercises. All this, guaranteed to ensure you don't miss a beat. 
  This enhanced resource, designed in line with the structure of the Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam, features innovative question formats and comprehensive answer insights. 
  Included within the book, you'll find in-depth insights about the Nurse Practitioner Certification, a comprehensive overview of the exam, effective strategies for exam preparation and test-taking, along with chapter-by-chapter practice tests and answer keys. 
  Our Guide differentiates itself with its thorough coverage, vital for your success in the exam. The concepts are meticulously explored, not just skimmed over. 
  Notably, the guide includes an impressive volume of over 200 practice questions supported by detailed answer explanations. This abundance of practice material sets our guide apart from others.  
  Designed logically and sequentially, our Nurse Practitioner Certification study guide ensures smooth transitions from one topic to another. You won't be bogged down by complex academic language, as the guide is created with precision, easy readability, and technical accuracy in mind. 
  Why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your copy, and start your journey towards the Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam today!

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