Photography as witness and weapon amid civil warThis groundbreaking ethnography explores how, in the context of Sri Lanka’s protracted civil war and its turbulent aftermath, photography has become bound to the Tamil political imagination. From state-commissioned images meant to surveil and rebel documentation of armed resistance, to the fragile memorials created from identity photographs of the disappeared, A Volatile Picture traces the making and moving o...

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The groundbreaking investigation of how the global elite's efforts to "change the world" preserve the status quo and obscure their role in causing the problems they later seek to solve. An essential read for understanding some of the egregious abuses of power that dominate today’s news."Impassioned.... Entertaining reading.” —The Washington Post**Anand Giridharadas takes us into the inner sanctums of a new gilded age, where the rich an...

The 5G mobile system is a culmination of technological evolution of communication technologies, including IP based services, virtualization, the rise of smartphones, IoT and the convergence of wired and wireless networks. With the evolution of 5G mobile connectivity, its security mechanism needs to adapt to a wide range of users and technological shifts.This book provides a simplified view of 5G security, bridging the gap between complex technical standards and practical understand...

PULITZER PRIZE FINALISTNATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALISTWINNER OF THE RIDENHOUR PRIZE"Essential reading for anyone concerned about how America got Afghanistan so wrong. A devastating, well-honed prosecution detailing how our government bungled the initial salvo in the so-called war on terror, ignored attempts by top Taliban leaders to surrender, trusted the wrong people, and backed a feckless and corrupt Afghan regime . . . It is u...

Artificial Intelligence (A) is transforming transportation by enabling intelligent, adaptive, and data-driven mobility systems capable of addressing growing urbanization and sustainability challenges. By leveraging machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and advanced data analytics, AI enhances traffic prediction, autonomous navigation, safety monitoring, and infrastructure management. These technologies allow transportation networks to respond in real time to chang...

Then She Was GoneAn Original Psychological Mystery NovellaChapter 1: The Empty MorningThe town of Ashwood awoke under a thick blanket of silver fog that muted the world around it. It was the kind of morning that absorbed all sound, creating an eerie stillness. Cars glided silently down the narrow streets, and the chirping of birds was absent as they remained hidden among the branches of the trees. Even the church bell, whic...

You’re now at the description box — this is where you’ll enter your Kobo book blurb, which appears publicly on your listing.✍️ Suggested Kobo Book Description:Rukmini – Krishna: A Queen’s Voiceby Vandana AnandRukmini is often remembered as Krishna’s silent queen — but what if her voice had endured across time?In this lyrical and emotionally rich retelling, Rukmini speaks at last: of love and longing, war and wisdom, and the dharma that bound her to t...

From the author of The Art of Ecstasy , an account how to become an orgasmic woman sexually and spiritually through the practice of tantra.A true virtuoso of Tantra and a brilliant star in the universe of erotic delights, bestselling author Margot Anand has led a life of sexual ecstasy and spiritual bliss. This book recounts her fascinating adventures and provides techniques and exercises to help you connect to the spirit...

In 1978, Nakul Anand joined ITC's hotel division as a general assistant trainee (GAT), becoming part of its first formal batch of hotel management trainees. In a world where everything from 'gastrique-laced entrees' to 'artisanal aperitifs' made him feel like an alien, it didn't take the economics graduate long to realize that the other trainees, most of whom had studied hotel management, were miles ahead of him. But Anand, a natural at hospitality, not only bridged the gap between his fel...

One Architecture. Infinite Intelligence.Book DescriptionTransformer architectures have become the unified foundation of modern AI — powering language models, computer vision systems, and multimodal applications that process text, images, and speech together. Ultimate Multimodal Transformer Models provides a comprehensive, hands-on guide to mastering every major Transformer variant, from foundational encode...

Youth Justice and Social Work examines social work roles in youth justice systems addressing young people's offending behavior while promoting rehabilitation and positive development. Through detailed examination, readers gain insight into core functions including assessment, intervention, advocacy, and system navigation. Whether used as classroom text, reference for early-career professionals, or resource for experienced practitioners, the material provides comprehensive coverage of youth...

Sociology for Social Workers provides foundational text exploring sociological dimensions of social work practice. The text covers wide range of topics including social stratification, gender, race, family structures, community dynamics, and social institutions. Through examination of sociological theories and concepts, the material demonstrates how social forces shape individual experiences and social work interventions. What sets this book apart is its applied focus connecting sociologic...