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Wilderness Survival Skills for Beginners: The Step-by-Step Guide to Survive the Great Outdoors
by Jason MarsteinerLearn the skills to survive the wild!Are you an aspiring adventurer? A bushcraft beginner? Then you've come to the right place. This guide shows you how to level up your survival skills and boost your confidence when you're out exploring the wilderness. Get pro tips on navigation, finding food, building shelters, and basic first aid from expert survivalist Jason Marsteiner. You'll learn how to tackle any situation, like chance encounters with wild animals or poisonous plants, as well as ways to stay safe while trekking through any climate or terrain.No experience required—This easy-reference manual introduces the basics of survival and bushcraft with step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and illustrations that are perfect for first-time trekkers.The most essential skills—Learn the key survival and emergency skills for any situation, including how to start a fire, locate water, trap game, identify plants, use a compass, and more.For all types of adventure—Whether you're camping, hiking, fishing, or rafting, keep this guide on hand to look up anything you need to know.Master survival training that could save your life in the wild!
Camping Activities for Kids: 20 Hands-On Projects to Explore Nature (Science Scouts)
by Steve LemigGoing on a camping trip? Encourage kids to explore like a scientist with an illustrated camping activity guide for ages 8 to 12.Attention campers! Are you ready to think like a scientist and adventure like an explorer? This fun and interactive guide shows kids how to camp with an active mind for learning. They'll discover all the different items you need to go camping, the steps to building an awesome campsite, and how to make the most of exploring nature through 20 lessons and 20 activities to try on the trails!Explore and play—Help kids get hands-on as they make their own thermometer and solar still, find true north, learn how to safely watch nearby wildlife, and so much more.The 5 Science Scout skills—Kids will practice the key skills that scientists and explorers use to discover the world as they Observe, Ask, Imagine, Test, and Reflect.Start a camping journal—Journal pages and writing prompts will inspire kids to record their ideas and observations as they create a book of amazing camping memories!Introduce curious kids to the science of camping with Camping Activities for Kids—part of the Science Scouts series!
Culture Specific Items in Chinese to English Video Game Translation: Transmediality and Interactivity in the Localisation of a Wuxia RPG (Routledge Studies in Chinese Translation)
by Dariush RobertsonCulture Specific Items in Chinese to English Video Game Translation aims to investigate the Chinese to English translation of culture-specific items (CSIs) in the localisation of a wuxia role-playing game (RPG). This monograph provides groundbreaking insight into authentic practice and analyses a case study with theories from both translation studies and sociology to address questions such as how linguists translate CSIs, why they use certain approaches, and what is revealed when both the translation behaviour and the reasons underpinning their practice are considered in context. This book will be primarily of interest to scholars in the fields of translation studies, localisation, video game translation, and Chinese to English translation. It will also be of interest to a wider range of scholars interested in China, video games, and the application of social theory.
Principles of Computational Genomics (Chapman & Hall/CRC Computational Biology Series)
by Paolo ProveroThe advent of high-throughput experimental assays, and in particular of next-generation sequencing, has revolutionized life sciences by enabling the generation of data at the scale of the whole genome. Extracting biologically useful or clinically actionable information from this data requires analytical methods quite different from the ones used to analyze low-throughput experimental results. The development of these methods is the goal of computational biology.Understanding the principles on which these methods are based is thus necessary for all students and researchers in life sciences. This book provides the conceptual framework needed to understand computational genomics enough to be able to follow the arguments in recent papers, or to collaborate with computational scientists in research projects. In particular, it introduces the mathematical and statistical basis of the methods in some depth. The main focus is on the analysis of next-generation-sequencing assays, both for the interpretation of the DNA sequence per se (sequence alignment, phylogenetic tree reconstruction, genetic variants) and for the study of gene regulation and epigenomics (gene expression, transcription factor binding, chromatin states, 3D structure of the genome). The final chapter discusses the associations of genetic variants with phenotypes and diseases, and their biological interpretation.Principles of Computational Genomics provides a solid foundation for understanding the many parts of computational genomics, including those not treated directly in the book. It will be of great benefit to students and researchers across the life sciences.
Tailoring of Engineering Material Properties through Laser Cladding: Metallurgical, Mechanical and Tribological Properties
by Natarajan Jeyaprakash Govindarajan Prabu Che-Hua YangIn this comprehensive guide to laser cladding of engineering materials, expert contributors provide a detailed yet easy‑to‑follow explanation of the process, its use for surface modification and the benefits and applications of this technique in different environments and for different purposes.The optimization of an engineering material’s properties and behavior is vital for economic, safety and quality assurance reasons when these materials are applied in various industrial settings. This book therefore explains how laser cladding can be used to tailor and control a material’s surface layer properties, such as its elastic and plastic deformation and permanent detachment in the form of debris during the contact of mating parts. Through individual chapter contributions from experts in various elements related to laser cladding, this book guides readers through the evaluation of different structures in laser‑cladded engineering materials. The book addresses three key questions: What is the influence of micro- and nano-level structures on mechanical properties? How does laser cladding improve a material’s wear resistance at the micron and nano level and determine the material’s suitability for particular applications? What challenges are related to the laser cladding of different engineering materials? In addressing these questions, the book enables readers to determine the metallurgical, mechanical, tribological and corrosion behavior of any type of engineering material. Readers will also be able to make informed decisions based on their knowledge of the properties and industrial applications of different laser‑cladded materials.This book is essential for all manufacturing industry personnel who work with materials in various industrial settings and need to control their surface properties and enhance their behavior at the micron and nano levels. Students who are building experience prior to entering industry will also benefit from the detailed descriptions, step‑by‑step approach and focus on practical application.
Language, Pharmacy and Society: The Sounds of Local Knowledges and the Linguistic Logistics of Science (Routledge Studies in Health Humanities)
by Milton Fernando RodriguezThis book explores the vital role language plays in shaping how we understand and discuss medicines, making for a more detailed study of pharmaceutical and pharmacological language to more clearly understand the intersection of language, health, and culture.Gonzalez Rodriguez charts the development of the language of pharmacy from the mid-19th century onward, drawing on data from Icelandic and Spanish natural language corpora, historical sources, and contemporary data. The book brings together scholarship from sociolinguistics, media, and cultural studies, and the history of science to highlight the possibilities afforded by an interdisciplinary approach to pharmacy-related language.The book will benefit readers by providing a deeper understanding of the intersection between language, science, and culture, making it especially valuable for students and scholars in sociolinguistics, history of science, medical humanities, and cultural studies.
Chemical Defense in Nature: Structure, Function, and Synthesis of Toxic Secondary Metabolites from Plants and Animals
by Vladimir V. KouznetsovThe book examines biological processes vital for organism survival through a chemical lens. Integrating core organic chemistry concepts, such as structural analysis and synthesis, explores how plants and animals produce and utilize toxic organic molecules for growth, survival, and reproduction.The book focuses on the intricate structures, vital functions, and synthesis pathways of toxic secondary metabolites from plants and animals, illustrating toxic substances' intricate chemical relationships and biological significance. The book addresses the following main questions: Why do animals and plants accumulate these toxic substances? What structures do these compounds have? What effects can they have on man? Can they be prepared in the laboratory and used for medicinal purposes?This book delves into the fascinating world of toxic secondary metabolites in plants and animals, bridging chemistry and biology to unravel their roles in survival. With an interdisciplinary approach, it is a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals in phytochemistry, organic chemistry, and medical sciences.
Water Stress in Crop Plants and Its Management
by Prabhat Kumar Srivastava Parul Parihar Richa UpadhyayThe book provides an overview of water stress in plants and alterations in the physiology, morphology, anatomy, and molecular mechanism due to water stress. The induction of water stress hormones and the up-regulating genes synthesizing them is also the major thrust of the book. It also deals with the water and nutrient uptake, alteration in water relations, transpiration and stomatal conductance, and hence in the amount of photosynthesis vis-à-vis water stress. It compiles recent studies on redox regulation, antioxidative systems, nitrogen metabolism and phytohormonal regulation in crop plants during water stress. Different strategies to manage water stress, viz. by using different osmolytes, proteins, hormones and growth regulators, antioxidants, plant extracts, nitric oxide donors, macro and micro mineral nutrients, and the use of silicon have been discussed. The viability of different biotechnological tools to make crop plants less water-demanding, the use of vetiver grass and the insertion of mycorrhiza in water-stressed crop plants have been explored. An exhaustive review of recent literature encompassing genomic, proteomic, transcriptomic, ionomics, and metabolomics approaches to have a better understanding of water stress is the prominent feature of the present book. It discusses major signaling molecules involved in water-stressed environments as well as the crosstalk with other minerals, phytohormones etc. Not least, the book endeavors to illustrate different water conservation methods to achieve sustainable agriculture. The book is a comprehensive compilation of work to date on water stress and its management techniques and this will bridge the missing gap between the research from the past to the current time.
Brexit and the British Constitution (Routledge-Giappichelli Studies in Law)
by Claudio MartinelliThis book explores how and why the UK left the European Union and its impact on the British Constitution. The British people voted to leave the European Union in 2016, decreeing a passage of historical significance with deep political and legalimplications, as well as socioeconomic and geo-strategic consequences yet to be defined. The work explores the roots behind that decision, examining the political and legal steps that led to Brexit and analysing the consequences and prospects for the United Kingdom. It considers the ways that the British Constitution has faced the test of Brexit, and its constitutional, political and socioeconomic implications. It further examines the ways in which these implications interact in order to reconstruct a coherent and real constitutional framework. The book will be of interest to scholars and students in the fields of Constitutional Law, European Union Law, Political Science, Contemporary History, and International Trade.
Artificial Intelligence and Bioethics: Perspectives
by Luiz Vianna Sobrinho Leandro Modolo Maíra Araújo de Santana Giselle Machado Magalhães Moreno Fabiano Tonaco Borges Wellington Pinheiro dos SantosThe fourth industrial revolution challenges humanity ethically and morally: mass unemployment, new forms of colonialism, and mass-and-granular surveillance are a few examples of these challenges. Nevertheless, the industrial revolutions have increased human productivity and quality of life. This book aims to review the ethical challenges related to the use of these technologies. It unfolds bioethical perspectives regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on life on earth. It discusses both northern and southern epistemologies of bioethics. Northern bioethics comprises principles of autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. Southern bioethics gives weightage to struggles for human liberation, social justice, and the pluralism of knowledge. The book discusses topics from aging to mass surveillance, to deliver a universal bioethical guideline to a wide range of professions that work with AI and are concerned about its impact on life. This book will not label AI, but broaden the readers' view of an ethical and explainable AI that works for life on earth.
India’s Himalayan Frontiers: History and Politics (Nepal and Himalayan Studies)
by Viney C. BhutaniThis book looks at the historical and political dynamics of the Sino-Indian border dispute in India’s Himalayan Frontiers. Going back into Tibetan history, the author examines the making of the McMahon Line at Simla Conference of 1913–14. It also takes a look at some of the neighbouring areas that had interaction with Tibet, as well as the border areas of Assam and Burma, both of which were British Indian provinces. By using new archival materials, this study further goes to consider the events during the years following the defining of the McMahon Line, which, verily, did not have a sound juridical basis even if it has been regarded by scholars as a suitable boundary. It further explores different aspects of the northern frontiers of India and Sino-Indian border dispute and relations. This volume will interest scholars and researchers of history, political science and area studies, especially those interested in the geopolitics of India, China and the Himalayan region.
Swarm Intelligence: Theory and Applications in Fog Computing, Beyond 5G Networks, and Information Security
by V. Dinesh Reddy Md. Muzakkir Hussain Priyanka SinghThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the theory and practical applications of swarm intelligence in fog computing, beyond 5G networks, and information security. The introduction section provides a background on swarm intelligence and its applications in real-world scenarios. The subsequent chapters focus on the practical applications of swarm intelligence in fog-edge computing, beyond 5G networks, and information security. The book explores various techniques such as computation offloading, task scheduling, resource allocation, spectrum management, radio resource management, wireless caching, joint resource optimization, energy management, path planning, UAV placement, and intelligent routing. Additionally, the book discusses the applications of swarm intelligence in optimizing parameters for information transmission, data encryption, and secure transmission in edge networks, multi-cloud systems, and 6G networks. The book is suitable for researchers, academics, and professionals interested in swarm intelligence and its applications in fog computing, beyond 5G networks, and information security. The book concludes by summarizing the key takeaways from each chapter and highlighting future research directions in these areas.
Frenzy (The Frank Quinn Mysteries)
by John LutzA horrific discovery at a hotel sends PI Frank Quinn and the NYPD after a madman in this thriller by the New York Times–bestselling Shamus Award winner. When half a dozen bodies are found in a hotel room, tied up and with a set of initials carved into their foreheads, the NYPD recognizes the signature of a serial killer. Ex-cop and PI Frank Quinn has faced this perpetrator in the past—and paid a price for it. But he intends to stop the murderer once and for all . . . From a winner of a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Private Eye Writers of America and a finalist for the Anthony and Edgar awards, this gritty, fast-paced novel continues the series starring the former top homicide detective who was framed for corruption and forced to retire—but isn&’t finished taking down the city&’s most terrifying and elusive criminals. &“Lutz ranks with such vintage masters of big-city murder as Lawrence Block and Ed McBain.&” —St. Louis Post-Dispatch &“A major talent.&” —John Lescroart, New York Times–bestselling author of The Missing Piece &“Lutz knows how to make you shiver.&” —Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Think Twice<
Three Novel Nymphs (The Xanth Novels)
by Piers AnthonyThree cloistered nymphs discover the wild land of Xanth in this epic adventure from the acclaimed fantasy author. The idyllic splendor of the Faun & Nymph Retreat never grows old. With not a stitch of clothing in sight, the fauns give chase, the nymphs play hard to get, and they celebrate—as they put it—when they come together. Over and over again. But when three nymphs accidentally escape from the retreat, the simple creatures discover a far more complicated reality in the world of Xanth. Suddenly, they need to wear clothes, find shelter, eat food—and perform messy natural functions that weren&’t operational before. As they face these challenges, the nymphs set off on a journey to the Queendom of Thanx and soon find themselves on a mission to tame the five Elements: Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and the Void. And while they grapple with threats from each, they discover that saving the universe can be even more fun than a faun-filled day in the Retreat.
No Time Like Tomorrow: Stories
by Brian W. AldissA classic collection of twelve exciting science fiction stories from the Hugo Award–winning author of Non-Stop and Hothouse.“Brian Aldiss is a master of the form.” —The GuardianPrepare yourself for an out-of-this-world journey through time and space, in fantastic tales that skirt reality, with Science Fiction Grand Master Brian W. Aldiss at the helm . . .A one-armed mutant travels back in time on a deadly mission. A team of scientists fears what comes next when they land on a peaceful planet littered with alien corpses. Beings from the future need help from the past. A man is forced to relive one meaningless day over and over before a strange audience. A jaded sportsman gets more than he bargained for on his latest big game hunt. A governor is eager to rebuild a war-torn planet but may not be prepared for the cost . . . Originally published in 1959, No Time Like Tomorrow showcases the skills of a gifted author at the dawn of his career.
The Complete Short Stories: The 1950s
by Brian W. AldissA retrospective of classic science fiction tales from the first decade in the long-running career of the Hugo Award–winning author of Non-Stop.“A writer of imagination and power.” —Frederick PohlScience Fiction Grand Master Brian W. Aldiss had a career spanning sixty years. Although he is a well-known author of the 1960s and ’70s British New Wave style of science fiction, Aldiss’s career as a science fiction writer began in the 1950s. The Complete Short Stories: The 1950s offers the full catalog of Aldiss’s stories from his first decade as an author. This volume starts off with his first professional sale, “A Book in Time”—about a bookseller chasing a thief one hundred years into the future—and finishes off with a group of strangers forming a peculiar bond in “Three’s a Cloud.” By the end of the decade, Aldiss had established himself as a major new voice in science fiction. Together the fifty-eight stories in this retrospective collection offer a look at the burgeoning writer before he became a literary legend.
The Complete Short Stories: The 1960s
by Brian W. AldissThe entire catalog of the Hugo Award–winning author’s science fiction stories from the 1960s: all four volumes in one book.Featuring “Supertoys Last All Summer Long,” the basis of the Steven Spielberg film A.I. Artificial Intelligence.“One of the best SF writers Britain has ever produced.” —Iain M. BanksHailed by the Guardian as “a master of the form,” Science Fiction Grand Master Brian W. Aldiss came into his own as an author in the early 1960s. He created enough short fiction over the course of one decade to fill four volumes. This edition of The Complete Short Stories: The 1960s combines all four into one complete collection.The stories herein, gathered from diverse and often rare sources, showcase how Aldiss became one of Great Britain’s most beloved authors, and how his work exemplifies the New Wave style. He was constantly experimenting with form and content and exploring new ideas. In this collection, you will meet astronauts approaching a star-swallowing vortex, a mother and son captured by aliens and taken to a world where time runs backward, a robot who commits suicide, and a unique little boy who is closer to his teddy bear than his own mother. The scope of Aldiss’s imagination and his gifted prose are sure to challenge and delight readers both old and new. This special short story collection is a must-have for Aldiss fans, as well as an exciting introduction to the work of a true master.
Cultural Breaks: A Collection of Short Fictions
by Brian W. AldissTwelve science fiction tales collected from the prolific career of the Hugo Award–winning author of the Helliconia trilogy.“Brian Aldiss is a master of the form.” —The GuardianNominated for the Locus Award for Best CollectionIn this dynamic collection, Science Fiction Grandmaster Brian W. Aldiss bridges fantasy and reality as he offers up some remarkable tales sure to enthrall fans both old and new . . .A mobile cinema breaks down in Patagonia and transforms a local family’s life forever. An enormous head appears in the sky, forcing civilization to ponder its significance. A train passenger struggles to read his book while a fellow traveler interrupts him with a tale stranger than fiction. A boy discovers what happens when he doesn’t hibernate for winter like the rest of humanity. A man captures everything he says on a digital recorder as an exercise in personal humility. An English teashop awaits you at the end of civilization . . .Aldiss came to prominence during the New Wave period of science fiction, known for experiments with form and content. His refusal to confine himself to any one style and his interest in a wide variety of subjects earned him praise in the St. James Guide to Science Fiction as “the most significant English writer of science fiction since H. G. Wells.” First published in 2005, Cultural Breaks spans four decades of Aldiss’s long and distinguished career, and makes it clear that he never stopped exploring.
Buttons and Foes (The Mandy Dyer Mysteries)
by Dolores JohnsonA dry cleaner-turned-amateur sleuth uncovers &“surprising answers&” to the murder of one of her beloved customers in this &“cozy crowd-pleaser&” (Publishers Weekly). Learning her dear friend and valued customer Thelma Chadwick is dead is one thing, but when Denver dry cleaner Mandy Dyer discovers the sweet old woman left her a cryptic message and a bag of clothes that Mandy has never seen—nor cleaned—she is awash in suspicion. Thelma knew Mandy had a hand in solving mysteries in town—Was she asking Mandy to use her sleuthing skills to find her killer? And if so, were the unusual buttons that covered the dresses Thelma left in her care some kind of clue? With the local police calling poor Thelma&’s death an accident, Mandy knows she&’s not going to get any dirt out of her detective ex-boyfriend. So Mandy takes what she knows to a local gumshoe—only to discover the PI is none other than the boy Mandy stood up in high school. Not one to let his grown-up good looks knock the starch out of her, Mandy hires Travis to help, figuring that if they find a murderer together, who knows what the future holds? But will the witnesses button their lips, or will the truth about Thelma&’s demise come out in the wash?Praise for Dolores Johnson and the Mandy Dyer Mysteries &“Delightful. Good, clean fun.&” —Dorothy Cannell, author of The Thin Woman &“Dolores Johnson writes with wit and panache. I love her sense of humor.&” —Diane Mott Davidson, New York Times–bestselling author of the Goldy Bear Culinary Mysteries
Pressed to Kill (The Mandy Dyer Mysteries)
by Dolores JohnsonIn this &“sparkling&” cozy mystery with &“an oddball cast of characters,&” a dry cleaner-turned-amateur sleuth discovers someone is murdering her customers (Publishers Weekly). Mandy Dyer is happy to see her straitlaced customer Ardith Brewster suddenly bringing a fresh, fun new wardrobe into Mandy&’s Denver dry cleaners. When Ardith confides she&’s got a new man in her life—someone she met at Mandy&’s open house, no less—Mandy is delighted for her . . . until Ardith turns up dead. Mandy is sifting through her customers, trying to find someone who matches Ardith&’s mystery beau&’s well-heeled description, when suddenly another customer is killed. And just when Mandy is about to turn to her PI boyfriend Travis for help, she wonders if the stylish perp might be even closer to home than she realized . . .Praise for Dolores Johnson and the Mandy Dyer Mysteries &“Delightful. Good, clean fun.&” —Dorothy Cannell, author of The Thin Woman &“Dolores Johnson writes with wit and panache. I love her sense of humor.&” —Diane Mott Davidson, New York Times–bestselling author of the Goldy Bear Culinary Mysteries
Homicide and Old Lace (The Mandy Dyer Mysteries)
by Dolores JohnsonA dry cleaner-turned-amateur sleuth investigates her ex-husband when his new wife-to-be turns up dead in this cozy mystery. There&’s nothing unusual about a young bride entrusting Mandy Dyer with her wedding dress. Mandy runs a dry cleaners—her customers bring in gowns all the time. But when Mandy realizes the bride-to-be is marrying her womanizing ex-husband, she sees red—especially when she discovers the bride stabbed to death in her bridal suite. With Larry as the prime suspect, Mandy is up to her neck in her ex&’s dirty laundry once more. Only this time, the stink of it is even worse. Putting her sleuthing skills to use, Mandy is determined to make sure that whoever killed this innocent woman gets their just deserts. And Mandy most certainly doesn&’t mean wedding cake . . .Praise for Dolores Johnson and the Mandy Dyer Mysteries &“Delightful. Good, clean fun.&” —Dorothy Cannell, author of The Thin Woman &“Dolores Johnson writes with wit and panache. I love her sense of humor.&” —Diane Mott Davidson, New York Times–bestselling author of the Goldy Bear Culinary Mysteries
Taking the Wrap (The Mandy Dyer Mysteries)
by Dolores JohnsonA dry cleaner-turned-amateur sleuth finds herself in the crosshairs of a killer in this &“fast-paced&” cozy with a &“smashing climax&” (Publishers Weekly). Mandy Dyer is more than ready to give up her second career as an amateur sleuth. After all, she has an in-demand dry cleaners to run! But when her cousin Laura comes in and asks for Mandy&’s help locating a coat she lost in a restaurant, Mandy can&’t say no. Besides, it seems like a fairly harmless investigation—until a hit-and-run driver nearly takes Laura out. And when Mandy heads to Laura&’s apartment to cheer her up while she heals from a broken leg, Mandy is suddenly attacked by an unknown assailant. Pressed into detective work once more, Mandy hopes that this time, she isn&’t hung out to dry.Praise for Dolores Johnson and the Mandy Dyer Mysteries &“Delightful. Good, clean fun.&” —Dorothy Cannell, author of The Thin Woman &“Dolores Johnson writes with wit and panache. I love her sense of humor.&” —Diane Mott Davidson, New York Times–bestselling author of the Goldy Bear Culinary Mysteries
The Education of Kia Greer
by Alanna BennettHow can you trust your heart in a world that&’s plastic? The story of a teen girl who longs to escape the spotlight, and the PR relationship that helps her find real happiness. "Smart, fearless, romantic, and so very alive." — Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White and Royal BlueGrowing up in the public eye, Kia would gladly give up her privileged life as the daughter of a reality star for the freedom to find her own way—go to high school parties, gossip with the drama club, apply to college, make mistakes, and fall in love like any other teen.Then she meets Cass, and he offers a glimpse at the ordinary life she craves. But Cass is a rising star in his own right, and what starts as something sweet and undefined soon becomes a magnet for rumor and speculation—as if first love wasn&’t messy enough on its own.The pressure of the spotlight takes its toll, chipping away at Kia&’s sense of self, pushing and pulling and reshaping her—body and mind—to fit the expectations of everyone around her. But what does Kia want for herself? And can her fragile new relationship survive the fallout?
The Illustrated Meditations: Life Lessons from Marcus Aurelius
by Marcus AureliusStunning artworks bring more than sixty reflections from the iconic Stoic work Meditations by Marcus Aurelius to vivid life."What is not good for the hive is not good for the bee either." —Marcus AureliusRoman Emperor and philosopher Marcus Aurelius wrote the twelve books of Meditations over two thousand years ago as a personal diary of notes, nudges, and mental exercises to help him live a good life. His work has since become one of the greatest works of spiritual reflection ever written—required reading for statespersons and philosophers and inspiration to generations of readers who have responded to the intimacy of his writing. With their gentle instructions on living stoically, in harmony with nature, and in pursuit of the common good, Aurelius's lessons still resonate today, helping us manage the modern malaise.This beautifully designed book features a curated selection from modern philosopher James Romm of the most significant life lessons, arranged in chapters that touch on the mind, living well, nature, community, compassion, time, death, and more. Woodcut-style art adds texture and color to the pages, illustrating the concepts of each lesson in the book. Chapter introductions explain each lesson's history and philosophy, and throughout, modern philosophical commentary expands on each lesson, making this a perfect Stoic starting point and gift for anyone who loves ancient philosophy.
Star Wars: Tempest Breaker (Star Wars: The High Republic)
by Cavan ScottThe Jedi reluctantly team up with the nefarious Lourna Dee in this full script for the Star Wars the High Republic audiobook original, Tempest Breaker.Lourna Dee is not a villain. She&’s not a hero. She&’s a survivor. The former Tempest Runner, wanted by both her Nihil allies and the Republic, has evaded imprisonment and death from both groups more times than she can count. But even Lourna cannot outrun the mysterious blight that devours everything wherever it appears. And Marchion Ro, the Eye of the Nihil, has announced that only he knows the secret to stopping it.Desperate, the Republic and Jedi turn to Lourna with an offer: help the Jedi stop the blight, and in return, Lourna will have a clean slate and the chance to decide her own future.Teamed with Avar Kriss and Keeve Trennis, the same Jedi who once hunted her, Lourna leads the search for the Nihil&’s chief scientist, Baron Boolan, the only being who may have answers to the mystery of the blight, as well as Marchion Ro&’s true plans.Lourna weighs the Republic&’s offer of true freedom against her own instincts for survival as her team heads deeper into Nihil territory, straight toward the very dangers Lourna has worked for so long to elude. And when the opportunity arises to face off against Marchion Ro himself, even Lourna Dee may be willing to sacrifice everything to fulfill a quest for revenge.