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“A maddening, essential study in misinformation, jingoism, bad intelligence, and other hallmarks of the recent American past.”—Kirkus (starred review)Anyone who experienced the attacks on September 11 cannot forget the imagery: the smoking, falling towers, the Pentagon smoldering, the Shanksville crash site, the first responders.But there is an invisible story hidden in the wreckage, one that required years of patient investigation and the piecing ...

This compilation of 365 daily lessons on Stoic philosophy is designed to be started at any point in the year.The teachings of Stoic philosophy began and thrived in the Greek and Roman world until the 3rd century AD, and has since experienced multiple revivals right up to the modern day.With wise lessons in key philosophical subjects, from Acceptance and Change to Virtue and Cooperation with Nature, there is much that we can learn from the writings of the St...

From beloved actor Alan Arkin comes a new edition of his classic picture book, updated and reissued with irresistible new art.Tony is repeatedly denied the opportunity to participate as the rest of his family fixes up their new home—they all say he's too young! And so, off he goes to a nearby hillside and builds a house of his own! He lays a stone floor, chops down trees to make log walls and a roof, and piles loads of rocks to make a fireplace and chimney. When hi...

Introduction and Notes by Professor Stephen Arkin, San Francisco University.'Young women who have no economic or political power must attend to the serious business of contriving material security'. Jane Austen's sardonic humour lays bare the stratagems, the hypocrisy and the poignancy inherent in the struggle of two very different sisters to achieve respectability.Sense and Sensibility is a delightful comedy of manners in which the sisters Elinor ...

C. S. Lewis’ Little Book of Wisdom offers more than 300 bite-size nuggets of inspiration and wisdom from the much-loved author, philosopher, and Christian theologist.Novelist, poet, critic, scholar, Christian theologist, and best-selling author of the Narnia series, C.S. Lewis wasa deep thinker and a beautiful writer. His works have become timeless classics for adults and children around the world.Here, in one concise and inspirational volume, is the essence of Lewis...

Education is undergoing critical transformations driven by innovations in remote experimentation and learning analytics. As technology reshapes how we teach and learn, remote experimentation allows students to conduct hands-on, interactive experiments from anywhere in the world, breaking down geographical and resource-based barriers. This shift enhances access to advanced learning opportunities while fostering engagement and practical understanding in fields traditionally reliant on in-per...

The integration of Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks (VANETs) with blockchain technology emerges as a transformative approach to enhancing urban mobility, offering new solutions to the challenges of traffic management, vehicle safety, and data security in smart cities. VANETs enable real-time communication between vehicles and infrastructure, creating a dynamic network to optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve safety by enabling autonomous vehicle interaction and instant data exchan...

Bubber, a lemming, and his family are getting ready. It is the morning of the great march west and the leap into the sea. Bubber is excited— until his friend Crow starts asking questions. Bubber struggles with the decision to participate in what appears to be an insane death walk, only to be told constantly by family and friends that this is just the way things are.In this allegory about conformity, Bubber is faced with following his entire race to self-induced extinction. Will he ...

From beloved actor Alan Arkin comes a new edition of his classic picture book, updated and reissued with irresistible new art.Tony is repeatedly denied the opportunity to participate as the rest of his family fixes up their new home—they all say he's too young! And so, off he goes to a nearby hillside and builds a house of his own! He lays a stone floor, chops down trees to make log walls and a roof, and piles loads of rocks to make a fireplace and chimney. When hi...

In the modern and data-driven business landscape, organizations face an increasingly complex challenge: how to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital twin technology to stay competitive and relevant. This challenge is exacerbated by the rapid evolution of these technologies and the urgent need for businesses to adapt. AI continues to advance in areas such as language comprehension, pattern recognition, decision-making, and experiential learning, while digital twins a...

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twin technology presents a problem and an unparalleled opportunity for transformation. Businesses grapple with the need for operational excellence, innovation, and a competitive edge, all while navigating the intricate web of data analytics, decision-making, and real-time monitoring. In response to these challenges, Harnessing AI and Digital Twin Technologies in Businesses emerges as an example of insight and guidance, offering a...

Fifty of today's most prominent social psychologists describe their scholarship, focusing on the human and personal side of the "life of the mind." Each author spotlights his or her least appreciated work, and discusses theory, methods, findings, or application. The contributors also use this opportunity to provide the context behind their work. Some authors describe their mentors, the influential figures who led them to certain areas of research. Others offer advice to young researchers w...