A friendly, fully-illustrated introduction to the most important computer programming algorithms.Master the most widely used algorithms and be fully prepared when you’re asked about them at your next job interview. With beautifully simple explanations, over 400 fun illustrations, and dozens of relevant examples, you’ll actually enjoy learning about algorithms with this fun and friendly guide!In Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition you will discover:...

Are You the Body or the Observer?Understanding the Witness in Hindu ThoughtThere is one assumption almost no one questions."I am this."From childhood, identity attaches itself to a body, a name, a face, a personality. We look into a mirror and see someone. We feel sensations and call them ours. We think thoughts and assume they are us. The identification is immediate, constant, and rarely examined.But is it accurate?This book does not begin b...

Liberation vs Heaven: Hindu Philosophy ExplainedUnderstanding the Difference Between Svarga and MokshaAcross cultures and religions, heaven is imagined as the ultimate reward a realm of fulfillment beyond suffering, where moral effort finds its completion.But in Hindu philosophy, heaven is not the final goal.In this clear and deeply reasoned exploration, Liberation vs Heaven examines the crucial distinction between svarga (heaven) and moksha (liberation) — t...

Yogic Energy and VitalityEnergy is often spoken about, yet rarely understood.In everyday life, energy is usually linked to productivity, activity, or physical strength. When it feels high, there is movement and engagement. When it feels low, there is fatigue and withdrawal.But this view is limited.In yogic philosophy, energy is not just about how much you can do.It is about how you experience life.It reflects:

The human mind shapes every experience, yet remains one of the least understood aspects of life.It influences how we think, feel, perceive, and respond, quietly guiding every decision and reaction.Moments of clarity and confusion, motivation and fatigue, calmness and restlessness arise within it, often without clear reason.Over time, this creates a sense of unpredictability, where the inner world feels familiar yet difficult to fully understand.A different w...

"Her" is a poignant collection of poems that explores quiet, unspoken love—a poet's love for that someone who keeps on getting out of reach. Through evocative images and poignant reflections, the poet traverses the bittersweet beauty of love that never gets reciprocated—the abiding lingering of emotions between words, affection that never really finds its way back. The poems are a tender expression of longing, devotion, and the silent ache of love that never was quite fulfilled.In ...

It's 1980, and Mahesh Pal has just a couple of weeks before he flies out to start a new life in London for his doctoral studies. It hasn't exactly been smooth sailing: His parents are unhappy that he hasn't taken charge of the family business and settled down with a wife and kids. They are even more disappointed in his desire to move abroad.Mahesh remains steadfast in his decision until he receives an unusual letter. A professor whom he barely knew, Devesh Tripathi, has passed away...

***Multi-scale and Multi-physics Simulation of Fracture and Fatigue***presents a comprehensive exploration of theoretical and computational methods used in the analysis of fracture and fatigue in materials, effectively bridging length and time scales. It explores both fundamental concepts of fracture mechanics and cutting-edge multi-scale computational modeling.By focusing on methods to predict material properties, including fracture toughness, based on nanoscale interactions up to...

"This book does the impossible: it makes math fun and easy!" - Sander Rossel, COAS Software SystemsGrokking Algorithms is a fully illustrated, friendly guide that teaches you how to apply common algorithms to the practical problems you face every day as a programmer. You'll start with sorting and searching and, as you build up your skills in thinking algorithmically, you'll tackle more complex concerns such as data compression and artificial intel...

The story is about Kshitij, a reincarnated warrior who is reborn into a world filled with suffering and pain. He is destined to face many challenges and obstacles, but also has the power to change his own destiny. As Kshitij grows up, he discovers his true potential and the power to heal others. However, he also attracts the attention of dark forces, led by a powerful sorcerer named Mahakal, who seeks to destroy Kshitij and claim his powers.(To be continued...)

The six volumes in the Black Wings series, from which these "Best of" tales are selected, stand as a monument to H. P. Lovecraft's incalculable and unassailable influence on contemporary weird fiction, and so the time seemed right for a retrospective volume that exhibits the choicest items from the series. The task of selection was not a simple or straightforward one, for every tale in the series had some claim to be chosen; let it then be said that this volume does not contain necessarily...

Business Analytics in Hospitality and Tourism provides practical introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, and data analysis applications. Structured into systematic chapters, the text covers statistical concepts essential for hospitality and tourism research and decision-making. Through practical examples and exercises, the material demonstrates how analytics inform operational improvements, marketing strategies, and strategic planning. Each chapter progresses f...