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Health and medicine, Medicine
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Unavoidably Unsafe for Adultscritically examines the safety, effectiveness, and regulatory oversight of adult vaccines, empowering readers to make informed decisions…
about their health.In an era of rising skepticism and urgent questions about vaccine safety, Unavoidably Unsafe for Adults delivers a bold, physician-led examination of the risks and benefits of adult immunization. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and the latest research, Drs. Edward Geehr and Jeffrey Barke scrutinize the rapid expansion of adult vaccine recommendations, the impact of emergency authorizations, and the growing disconnect between public health messaging and patient concerns.With the national spotlight on vaccine safety—from COVID-19 mRNA shots to new RSV and influenza vaccines—Geehr and Barke guide readers through the complex landscape of federal policy, regulatory shortcuts, and the pressures faced by both patients and providers. They reveal how legislative acts and regulatory changes have shifted the balance of power toward pharmaceutical interests, often at the expense of true informed consent.This essential guide empowers adults and caregivers to ask the right questions, understand the science, and make vaccination decisions with confidence. Unavoidably Unsafe for Adultsis an urgent call for transparency, critical thinking, and patient-centered care in a rapidly evolving medical world.
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Computers and internet, Science and technology
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This book includes high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference on AI Systems and Sustainable Technologies (ASSET 2025), organized…
by the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, School of CS and IT at IIS (deemed to be University), Jaipur, India, during 28–29 March 2025. It covers the state-of-the-art in AI and ML applications across diverse domains. It also discusses interdisciplinary research integrating AI with sustainable technologies in energy, agriculture, health, and climate resilience.
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European history, History
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Evoking the tumultuous history of the relationship between Britain and Ireland, These Divided Isles investigates the complexities of culture and…
colonization to ask what the future holds for both countries.Ireland is Britain's closest neighbor—the sea crossing from Scotland measures only twelve miles. Ireland was also its first conquered territory in what became Britain's empire. The two nation's stories have been intertwined since Anglo-Norman invaders crossed the Irish Sea during the twelfth century. These Divided Isles tells the extraordinary history of the past century in this tumultuous relationship, from the Anglo-Irish treaty of 1922 to the present day. This is a tale of deep division between Catholic nationalism and Protestant unionism, of wars and terrorist violence, and of occasional moments of great courage on the part of British and Irish leaders. Today, the post-Brexit weakening of the UK's constitutional ties has coincided with the march of demography in Northern Ireland as the Protestant unionist majority continues to shrink. Sinn Féin's historic string of electoral victories in Northern Ireland since 2022 has once more resurfaced the unfinished business of partition. Here, Philip Stephens explores how Ireland might escape its troubled past by deploying history to inform the future rather than hold it in place.
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Serious and literary fiction
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In this stunning portrait of Palestinian life before the Nakba, a young man gains renown as a magician of a…
revolutionary sort—meanwhile evading the British colonialist forces who seek to destroy him and the resistance he represents.A reporter posted to Lebanon in the early 1980s, covering the Israeli invasion of the time, encounters Miss Alice, an English missionary who is nearing the end of a long life in the region. With memories that go back to World War I and the start of the British Mandate in Palestine, she unfolds the strangely puzzling story of one of her students, Tareq, a talented and charismatic youth who, on leaving school, took up the unlikely calling of a traveling magician. Moving from village to village, from country to city, Tareq observes the growing discontent with the colonial authorities that will erupt in a full-scale rebellion in 1936. He observes; perhaps he contributes. Among the people, he has come to be known as "the lord," while his comings and goings have also attracted the attention of Challis, the ruthless British police chief. A manhunt begins.The Lord re-creates the extraordinary richness and vivacity of Palestinian life before the Nakba, offering a view, at once panoramic and intimate, of Palestinian society and colonial occupation. A clear-eyed examination of a chapter of British colonial history that laid the groundwork for conflicts that continue to rack the Middle East, The Lord remains as timely and telling now as ever.
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General fiction, School stories
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Celebrate 100 days of learning in this Step 2 Early reader featuring the beloved characters from the New York Times…
Bestselling picture book All Are Welcome! Perfect for emerging readers who are proud to show what they are learning in school.The kids from All Are Welcome are celebrating a new milestone in school: 100 days! How do they celebrate? They each bring 100 things to school to share. They&’ve learned so much with their friends, and they&’ve only just begun!Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are ideal for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Perfect for children who are ready to read on their own!
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Fantasy
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From creators Mikey Way (My Chemical Romance) and Jonathan Rivera (Cave Carson has an Interstellar Eye) comes the most bizarre…
holiday comic yet!The holidays weren&’t always so tough for Peter Rockwell and his family, but a tragic and challenging year finds them stressed out and drifting apart when they should be pulling together. After accepting the wisdom of a Santa Claus at his local mall, Peter hatches a plan to give his family the best year ever, one Christmas at a time!Collects Christmas 365 #1–#4.
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Science fiction
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Based on the author&’s life, this is a story about how two secondary school students – one who loves drawing…
and another who loves music – encourage each other to take the first step in chasing their dreams. Yu-kiu Lau, a fifth-year student, had always dreamed of studying at a foreign art university. However, because she feared others' critiques of her work, she couldn&’t find it within herself to submit any of her creations. One day, while Yu-kiu was in the art room, she heard a beautiful guitar sound from downstairs. It turned out to be played by Ho-yuet Lee, a classmate with a questionable reputation...
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Animals and wildlife, Science and technology
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This open access book is a rich resource that chronicles the abundant livestock genetic resources in Africa. Organized in five…
sections, the chapters trace special productive and adaptive attributes of African livestock breeds, past breed improvement efforts, capacity building and strategies to effective utilization of available genetic resources in the era of modern technologies. The authors cover major farm animal groups as well as dromedaries, rabbits and grasscutters. In view of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (in particular SDG 2, Zero Hunger, and SDG 15, Life on Land), the purpose of this volume is to catalogue opportunities that can be leveraged with available technologies and technical knowhow for achieving rapid genetic gain and improved livestock productivity in Africa. It fosters the utilization of genetic resources and the protection of indigenous livestock biodiversity. Natural selection and humans have generated genetically diverse breeds of domesticated farm animals which can significantly contribute to the livelihoods of millions of Africans today. Africa&’s indigenous livestock are particularly hardy and well-adapted to local production contexts, having evolved adaptations to the continent&’s diverse climatic conditions and environmental pressures. In spite of the wealth of desirable genetic traits, however, some of Africa&’s iconic and lesser-known livestock are disappearing at an alarming rate. Moreover, despite increasing recognition of what this diversity portends, little has been done to understand and optimally harness the full potential of these genetic resources. By combining scientific basis and practical instructions, this work is a valuable manual for a diverse readership, including students, researchers, livestock farmers, livestock and non-governmental organizations, policy makers and business professionals who want to understand the uniqueness of African livestock genetic resources, production systems and strategies for sustainable improvement for the African environment.
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Computers and internet, General non-fiction, Science and technology
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This open access book discusses &“slow electronics&”, the study of devices processing signals with low frequencies. Computers have the remarkable…
ability to process data at high speeds, but they encounter difficulties when handling signals with low frequencies of less than ~100Hz. They unexpectedly require a substantial amount of energy. This poses a challenge for such as biomedical wearables and environmental monitors that need real-time processing of slow signals, especially in energy-limited 'edge&’ environments with small batteries. One possible solution to this issue is event-driven processing, which entails the use of non-volatile memory to read/write data and parameters every time a slow (sporadic) signal is detected. However, this approach is highly energy-consuming and unsuitable for the edge environments. To address this challenge, the authors propose &“slow electronics&” by developing electronic devices and systems that can process low-frequency signals more efficiently. The biological brain is an excellent example of the slow electronics, as it processes low-frequency signals in real time with exceptional energy efficiency. The authors have employed reservoir computing with a spiking neural network (SNN) to simulate the learning and inference of the brain. The integration of slow electronics with SNN reservoir computing allows for real-time data processing in edge environments without an internet connection. This will reveal the determinism or periodicity behind unconscious behaviours and habits that have been difficult to explore due to privacy barriers thus far. Moreover, it may provide a more profound understanding of a craftsman's skills, which they may not even be aware of. This book emphasises the most recent concepts and technological developments in slow electronics. Discussion on the captivating subject of slow electronics are given by delving into the complexities of reservoir calculation, analogue CMOS circuits, artificial neuromorphic devices, and numerical simulation with extended time constants, paving the way for more people-friendly devices in the future.
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Computers and internet, Science and technology
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This book contains selected papers from IWIFSGN-2023, the Twenty First International Workshop on Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets and Generalized Nets, held…
on October 20, 2023, in Warsaw. This is one of premiere conferences on fuzzy logic, notably on extensions of the traditional fuzzy sets, in particular the intuitionistic fuzzy sets, also comprising a considerable part on the generalized nets (GNs) and the intercriteria analysis. The topics of the conference combine systems modeling, systems analysis, broadly perceived operational research, notably optimization, decision-making, and decision support, with various aspects of uncertain and imprecise information and their related tools and techniques.
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Computers and internet, General non-fiction, Science and technology
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This book features best selected research papers presented at the Fifth International Conference on Machine Learning, Internet of Things and…
Big Data (ICMIB 2025) held at Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Parala Maharaja Engineering College, Berhampur, India during 4–6 April 2025. It comprises high-quality research work by academicians and industrial experts in the field of machine learning, mobile computing, natural language processing, fuzzy computing, green computing, human–computer interaction, information retrieval, intelligent control, data mining and knowledge discovery, evolutionary computing, IoT and applications in smart environments, smart health, smart city, wireless networks, big data, cloud computing, business intelligence, Internet security, pattern recognition, predictive analytics applications in health care, sensor networks and social sensing, and statistical analysis of search techniques.
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Business and economics, Science and technology
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This book presents select proceedings from the International Conference on Civil Engineering Innovative Development in Engineering Advances (ICC IDEA 2025),…
highlighting holistic innovations in civil engineering for sustainable and smart infrastructure development. It covers breakthrough technologies and integrated approaches aimed at enhancing the sustainability, resilience, and intelligence of modern infrastructure. Topics include smart cities, eco-friendly construction practices, renewable energy integration, advanced materials, and digital solutions such as Internet of Things (IoT) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for optimizing infrastructure performance. The book also explores sustainable urban planning, green infrastructure, and strategies for reducing the environmental footprint of civil engineering projects. It serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals involved in civil engineering, urban development, and smart infrastructure planning.
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Medicine, Science and technology
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The search for reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly alternatives has become a global trend due to critical limits worldwide regarding…
increased pharmacological resistance, pharmaceutical pollution and rising human and zoonotic diseases. Although research based on medicinal plants, algae, blood therapy, among others, has not yet reached its peak, it has shown promising results and become a reliable and sustainable hope for combating emerging human diseases. In recent decades, innovations have included the use of nanovehicles to deliver pharmacologically active compounds, aiming to enhance their curative effect, pharmacological selectivity, and controlled release. While some studies highlight the limitations of nanovehicles/nanodrugs, most acknowledge their superiority over conventional dosing forms. Nanodrugs can overcome various physiological barriers in the human body, providing controlled drug release at the desired site, increasing therapeutic potential, and reducing toxicity. They also enhance pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Natural Alternatives and Nanotechnology Applied to the One Health Approach explores the pharmacological potential of various natural sources to combat certain human and zoonotic diseases and the contribution of nanotechnology in dosing active compounds for select diseases.
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Computers and internet, General non-fiction, Science and technology
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This book offers an in-depth exploration of federated learning (FL), a groundbreaking approach that facilitates collaborative data analysis while ensuring…
patient privacy and data security. As healthcare systems worldwide generate vast amounts of data, the challenge lies in harnessing this information without compromising confidentiality. Federated learning addresses this by allowing multiple institutions to collaborate on machine learning models without sharing sensitive data. In this context, the authors delve into the foundational principles of FL, illustrating how it enables the aggregation of decentralized data to improve diagnostic accuracy, develop personalized treatment plans, and enhance overall healthcare outcomes. The authors present real-world applications across various medical fields, from predictive analytics in chronic disease management to precision medicine and beyond. Additionally, the authors discuss the ethical and regulatory landscapes, providing insights into the challenges and solutions associated with implementing FL in healthcare. This book is designed for a diverse audience, including researchers, healthcare practitioners, data scientists, and policymakers. It aims to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical medical applications, offering a comprehensive guide to leveraging FL for healthcare innovation.
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Computers and internet, General non-fiction, Science and technology
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This book constitutes the proceedings of the 37th China Simulation Conferenc, CSC 2025, held in Hefei, China, during October 31-November…
2, 2025. The 60 full papers presented in this book were carefully selected and reviewed from 190 submissions.
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General non-fiction
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This edited book gathers expert scholars and prominent educators from diverse backgrounds and nationalities to foster a rich dialogue on…
the topic of implementing literature as a tool in English language education. It presents an overview of current trends in literature teaching while also forecasting future developments. The volume takes a global perspective, featuring research-based insights into the role of literature in language education, drawing from empirical studies conducted across various contexts. It seeks to explore the potential of literature in English language learning and teaching, along with effective methodologies for its implementation. With a focus on practical implications, the volume aims to offer relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest research findings, addressing pedagogical considerations that hold global significance. While examining key issues in literature instruction from a global viewpoint, the volume intends to highlight both shared practices and regional differences as well. It is designed for teachers, researchers, teacher trainers, and educators at all levels of education—primary, secondary, and higher education—who seek practical guidance on incorporating literature into language teaching and learning.
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General fiction, Humourous fiction
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A 2025 International Booker Prize Longlist NomineeA scathing, provocative novel about contemporary existence by a rising star in Italian literature."One…
of Europe&’s most talented young writers, Latronico has written the great Berlin novel we&’ve all been waiting for." —Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker staff journalistAnna and Tom, an expat couple, have fashioned a dream life for themselves in Berlin. They are young digital "creatives" exploring the excitements of the city, freelancers without too many constraints, who spend their free time cultivating house plants and their images online. At first, they reasonably deduce that they've turned their passion for aesthetics into a viable, even enviable career, but the years go by, and Anna and Tom grow bored. As their friends move back home or move on, so their own work and sex life—and the life of Berlin itself—begin to lose their luster. An attempt to put their politics into action fizzles in embarrassed self-doubt. Edging closer to forty, they try living as digital nomads only to discover that, wherever they go, "the brand of oat milk in their flat whites was the same." Perfection—Vincenzo Latronico's first book to be translated into English—is a scathing novel about contemporary existence, a tale of two people gradually waking up to find themselves in various traps, wondering how it all came to be. Was it a lack of foresight, or were they just born too late?
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Computers and internet, Science and technology
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The essential role that the oldest literary technology—books—played in making computers popular and pervasive.In README, historian Patrick McCray argues that…
in order for computers to become ubiquitous, people first had to become interested in them, learn about them, and take the machines seriously. A powerful catalyst for this transformation was, ironically, one of the oldest information technologies we have: books. The author uses a carefully chosen selection of books, some iconic and others obscure, to describe this technological revolution as it unfolded in the half century after 1945. The book begins with a fundamental question: How does a new technology become well-known and widespread? McCray answers this by using books as a window into significant moments in the history of computing, books, publishing, and American culture.README offers a literary history of computers and, more broadly, information technologies between World War II and the dot.com crash of the early twenty-first century. From the electronic brains and cybernetics craze of the 1940s to the birth of AI, the rise of the personal computer, and the Internet-driven financial frenzy of the 1990s, books have proven a durable and essential way for people to learn how to use and think about computers. By offering a readable half-century of bookish history, README explains how computers became popular and pervasive.
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Business and economics
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A collection of honest, humorous, and heartfelt stories from a Silicon Valley icon Wiser Guy is Guy Kawasaki’s dynamic update…
of Wise Guy, delivering a fresh collection of stories that combine humor, humility, and the wisdom gained from five more years of life—and 250 episodes of the Remarkable People podcast. This new edition reflects Guy’s continued evolution, enriched by deep conversations with luminaries such as Jane Goodall, Steve Wozniak, Stephen Wolfram, Angela Duckworth, and Julia Cameron. These interviews have broadened his perspective and deepened the relevance of his advice—transforming Wiser Guy into more than just a memoir; it’s a collaborative, cross-generational conversation about purpose, resilience, and leadership. Whether you’re launching your career, building a company, navigating uncertainty, or simply striving to grow, Wiser Guy is a practical and inspiring guide. It offers candid reflections and actionable insights from Guy and the remarkable minds who have influenced him—creating a roadmap for living a more meaningful, impactful life.
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Computers and internet, General non-fiction
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An introductory textbook for undergraduate or beginning graduate students that integrates probability and statistics with their applications in machine learning.Most…
curricula have students take an undergraduate course on probability and statistics before turning to machine learning. In this innovative textbook, Ethem Alpaydın offers an alternative tack by integrating these subjects for a first course on learning from data. Alpaydın accessibly connects machine learning to its roots in probability and statistics, starting with the basics of random experiments and probabilities and eventually moving to complex topics such as artificial neural networks. With a practical emphasis and learn-by-doing approach, this unique text offers comprehensive coverage of the elements fundamental to an empirical understanding of machine learning in a data science context.Consolidates foundational knowledge and key techniques needed for modern data scienceCovers mathematical fundamentals of probability and statistics and ML basicsEmphasizes hands-on learningSuits undergraduates as well as self-learners with basic programming experienceIncludes slides, solutions, and code