Computer Organization and Design RISC-V Edition: The Hardware Software Interface, Second Edition, the award-winning textbook from Patterson and Hennessy that is used by more than 40,000 students per year, continues to present the most comprehensive and readable introduction to this core computer science topic. This version of the book features the RISC-V open source instruction set architecture, the first open source architecture designed for use in modern computing environments such as cl...

Your team is quiet. Meetings feel flat. Deadlines slip. You blame the work. But the real culprit is the culture you built. This book shows you why disengagement spreads silently and how to replace it with a framework for sustainable, high-performing teams. You'll learn to spot the five hidden drains on energy, install simple accountability rhythms, and turn conflict into fuel for innovation. The result is a workplace where people stay, contribute, and push each other to excel. Because cult...

The age of predictable careers and stable job paths is dissolving rapidly. Automation, AI reasoning systems, and machine-driven workflows are transforming the global workforce at a speed never seen before. This book offers an educational, future-focused explanation of what comes next—and how to prepare learners for a dramatically different economic landscape. You'll discover how automation reshapes industries, why certain skill sets are fading, and which emerging competencies will define o...

In the wake of the October 7, 2023 attacks a storm of antisemitism spread across the globe. In Redemptive Antisemitism after Ten/Seven, Patterson draws on decades of studying antisemitism to explore the historical background and contemporary narratives that gave rise to this phenomenon. He argues that a new form of antisemitism—steeped in self-righteousness and seen as morally redemptive—has taken hold in public discourse. Just as Hamas framed its violence as holy, so too do some ...

Computer Organization and Design, Fourth Edition, has been updated with new exercises and improvements throughout suggested by instructors teaching from the book. It covers the revolutionary change from sequential to parallel computing, with a chapter on parallelism and sections in every chapter highlighting parallel hardware and software topics. It includes an appendix by the Chief Scientist and the Director of Architecture of NVIDIA covering the emergence and importance of the modern GPU...

Searing pain down your leg. Numbness, tingling, or weakness that makes standing, walking, or even sleeping feel impossible. Sciatica can take over your life, but it does not have to be permanent. This book explains what is really happening to your sciatic nerve in simple, non-technical language and shows you how to start calming the pain safely from home. Inside, you will learn how posture, sitting time, tight muscles, and weak support muscles all combine to irritate the nerve—and what you...

In the Jewish tradition, going back to Jacob, many fathers have written down whatever wisdom they might have attained in their lives in order to pass along that wisdom to their heirs. It is called an ethical will. Written as a testimony and a testament, in an epistolary format, this book is a compendium of the wisdom of a father, who has spent a lifetime studying the teachings of the Jewish tradition, as well as literary and philosophical traditions of the West. The insights taken from tho...

Every family today spans multiple generations—each shaped by different historical events, cultural shifts, and technological revolutions. Bridging the Gap helps you understand why your parents, children, or grandparents see the world so differently, and how to transform those differences from sources of frustration into opportunities for connection. This guide explores the core values, communication styles, and life experiences that define Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. Learn how ...

Some days just feel heavier than others—but even the smallest lift can make a big difference. Bright Fixes is your pocket companion for finding light in dark moments, filled with quick, practical ways to reset your mood and reconnect with yourself and others. Beautifully written and designed for real life, Bright Fixes meets you where you are and helps you rise—gently, one small choice at a time. Whether you're facing a tough morning or a long season, this book gives you a toolkit of joy-s...

Success doesn't come from willpower—it comes from architecture. The Architecture of Behavior Rewiring the Mind for Lasting Success reveals the neuroscience behind how habits form, why they persist, and how they can be consciously redesigned to drive peak performance in both life and business. Drawing on cutting-edge behavioral research, this book explores the invisible loops that govern decisions and the cues that shape motivation. You'll discover how to decode your personal "habit bluepri...

You want to work remotely from Europe, but high costs and visa complications seem impossible. What if the right cities and strategies made it surprisingly affordable? This guide reveals how digital nomads can base themselves in Western Europe without breaking the bank. You'll discover underrated cities with strong internet infrastructure and low living costs, visa options that actually work for remote workers, and strategies for finding affordable long-term accommodations with proper works...

Computer Organization and Design, Fifth Edition, moves into the post-PC era with new examples and material highlighting the emergence of mobile computing and the cloud. The book explores this generational change with updated content featuring tablet computers, cloud infrastructure, and the ARM (mobile computing devices) and x86 (cloud computing) architectures. This new edition provides in-depth coverage of parallelism with examples and content highlighting parallel hardware and software to...