Semiconductor Horizons: A Journey Through Innovation by Aaron Kovner (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Dive into the captivating world of semiconductor history with our meticulously crafted book that chronicles the evolution of one of the most transformative technologies of our time. From the serendipitous discovery of the transistor to the era-defining rise of microelectronics and beyond, our comprehensive exploration takes readers on a journey through key milestones, innovations, and the remarkable individuals who shaped the semiconductor landscape. Uncover the origins of Moore's Law and its impact on the rapid growth of computing ...

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The Future of Being Human and Other Essays by Sylvia Engdahl (3 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

What will humans be like in the future? According to science fiction author Sylvia Engdahl, they will be no different from what they're like now. There will be many innovations in technology and ways of daily life, but people are people, wherever and whenever they happen to live, and that's not going to change. In this book Engdahl departs from the theme of space colonization on which her past essays (available in her book From This Green Earth) have focused, and discusses such topics as artificial intelligence, "paranormal" psi ...

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ESG impact on market performance by Milka Semova (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This first attempt at an overview of ESG IMPACT ON MARKET PERFORMANCE is dedicated to sustainability professionals, end customers, shareholders, and bondholders who follow regional ESG efforts and keep the business accountable for working towards a global sustainable mindset. Chapter One aims at providing an overview of the global understanding of sustainable development and a structural approach to analyzing advocacy and protest campaigns. Methods are content analysis of law, administrative documents prepared by international ...

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Cow Dung - A Down-To-Earth Solution To Global Warming And Climate Change by Dr. Sahadeva dasa (Soul Science University Press) (42 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Environmental crisis is for real and it's coming around faster than you think. It's not a brainchild of some conspiracy theorist but a tangible, perceivable fact, proven by the catastrophic events all over the world. But for most of us, caught up in the daily grind, it's hardly a subject worth pondering over. Common man in the streets of London, New York or Delhi has very little time to worry about some ozone layer up there or some damn iceberg in the North Pole. At best, it is a snow bear's problem. But the scientific fraternity and ...

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Feedbacks: Manage dynamical systems in business, econony, biology and social sciences, using balancing and reinforcing loops. by Juan Martin Garcia (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Naturally, socio-economic and ecological systems are made up of hundreds of interconnected positive and negative loops and its ultimate behaviour isn't obvious. The concept of the loop is very useful because it enables us to start from the structure of the system that we are analysing and work towards its dynamic behaviour. If a system fluctuates persistently, remains in equilibrium or drops off rapidly, we can identify the structural reasons and decide how to go about modifying the causal loops that are going to influence it. This ...

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Across Mongolian Plains: A Naturalist's Account of China's 'Great Northwest' by Roy Chapman Andrews (48 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Roy Chapman Andrews' 'Across Mongolian Plains' is a pioneering work that explores his remarkable adventures and scientific discoveries in Mongolia during the early 20th century. Written in a vivid and engaging style, the book combines travelogue with scientific observations, providing valuable insights into the culture, geography, and wildlife of Mongolia. Andrews' descriptive language transports the reader across the vast plains and deserts, offering a firsthand account of his expeditions in search of fossil remains and dinosaur ...

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Wild Animals of North America: Intimate Studies of Big and Little Creatures of the Mammal Kingdom by Edward William Nelson (1 Review)    Price verified 13 hours ago

In Edward William Nelson's 'Wild Animals of North America', the reader is taken on a comprehensive journey through the diverse wildlife found in the continent. Nelson's detailed descriptions and vivid imagery bring to life the habitats and behaviors of various North American animals, making this book an essential source for nature enthusiasts and researchers. Written in a scientific yet accessible style, the book provides valuable information on the ecological significance of these animals and their importance in the natural world. ...

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Finding Genius: Understanding Microplastics: Brilliant Insights from 50+ Experts in Plastic Pollution, Public Health, Ecology, Toxicology, ... by Richard Jacobs (4 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Richard Jacobs is a highly successful entrepreneur, accomplished podcast host, and author known for his significant contributions to various fields. As the founder of a research program and software platform, Richard has played a pivotal role in advancing groundbreaking work. In October 2016, driven by a keen interest in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, 3D printing, regenerative medicine, Bitcoin, and blockchain, Richard embarked on a journey to unravel the mysteries of these fields. This passion culminated in ...

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Life: A short autobiography of this living world by Hugh McCarthy (9 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

What is life? How did life start? Are we alone in the universe? What are we? Is this all there is? Life is a story about biology - told using the most basic toolsets from the disciplines of chemistry, astronomy, physics, and philosophy. The storyteller tells a tale under the dancing lamplight of fascination and wonder about how diversity is not only the fuel for life, but for the study and preservation of life as well. Above all things, though, Life intends to pique your interest, kindle the fire of curiosity within you, and start ...

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The Hunting, Fishing, and Foraging Bible: [3 in 1] The Most Complete Primitive Survival Guide to Find Food in the Wild and Start Your New ... by Roger R. Gwynn (59 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

SURVIVAL EXPERT REVEALS: Primitive Hunting, Fishing, and Foraging Techniques for Abundant Food in the Wild! Are you tired of relying on the convenience of modern supermarkets for your sustenance? Do you yearn to reconnect with nature, to uncover the secrets of our hunter-gatherer ancestors, and embrace a truly self-sufficient lifestyle? The truth is... Modern life has distanced us from the skills and knowledge our ancestors possessed, making it difficult to survive and find sustenance in the wild. In this all-in-one guide I offer ...

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The Land of Little Rain by Mary Austin (Open Road Media) (303 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A stirring tribute to the unique beauty of theAmerican Southwest In the region stretching from the High Sierras south of Yosemite to the Mojave Desert, water is scarce and empty riverbeds hint at a lush landscape that has long since vanished. But the desert is far from lifeless. For those who know where to look, the "land of little rain" is awash in wonders. In this exquisite meditation on the people, flora, and fauna of the American desert, Mary Austin introduces readers to the secret treasures of the landscape she loved above ...

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Library of Congress Workshop on Etexts by Library of Congress Price verified 11 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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On The Human Species: A Philosophy on Reason and the Emergence of Civilized Humanity by Anthony Pellegrino (14 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

On the Human Species is a philosophical and psychological discourse that charts the origin and evolution of our species. The book is an inspired combination of science and philosophy, a brilliant canvas of intellectual thought and discerning anthropology. In this work, Mr. Pellegrino delves within the origin of our species from the conception of reason to the creation of religion. The book also explains human emotions, the origin of vice, and an illusory morality that manifests itself as accountability, but also differentiates our ...

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Destiny: A Post Apocalyptic Battle League (The Aria of Galvanize Book 2) by Wilder Page (21 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"Fight, kill, win - then do it again! In the Destiny Leagues, you can forge your own destiny and secure your place in the Pantheon of Champions!" The Destiny Leagues - Making mass murder competitive for over 200 years, one match at a time! After narrowly surviving The Gateway's ordeals, the cybernetically enhanced Incarnate Number Seven and her companions find themselves enslaved by the ruthless Divine Plantations. They must now fight in the arena, battle after battle, in a perpetual game of survival - all in the relentless pursuit ...

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The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian antarctic expedition in the "Fram," 1910-1912 — Volume 1 by Roald Amundsen (8 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

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The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian antarctic expedition in the "Fram," 1910-1912 — Volume 2 by Roald Amundsen (4 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

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The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian Antarctic expedition in the "Fram," 1910-12 — Volume 1 and Volume 2 by Roald Amundsen (64 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

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The Story of Eclipses by George F. (George Frederick) Chambers (12 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

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