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  • When We Are No More

    How Digital Memory Is Shaping Our Future

    "Excellent . . . especially good at charting the changing shape of the institutions to which we have entrusted (or outsourced) our collective memory." ―Wall Street JournalOur memory gives the human species a unique evolutionary advantage. Our stories and ideas—in a word, our "culture"—can be recorded and passed on to future generations. Today, we stand at the very edge of an uncharted digital ... Read more

    $17.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Memory, Edited

    Taking Liberties with History

    An exploration of historical memory and networks of meaning in the context of today’s crises of extremism and polarization.As authoritarianism continues to rise around the world, the stories we tell ourselves about what has happened and what is happening become ever more relevant. In Memory, Edited, Abby Smith Rumsey examines collective memory, how it binds us, and how it can be used by bad actors ... Read more

    $31.99 CAD

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  • Quite Possibly the Best Introduction to AI

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    We've been told that artificial intelligence (AI) will both destroy and create jobs, fuel and strangle creativity, be our friend and deceive us, and not only take our orders at the drive-thru, but flip the burgers, too. So what exactly is AI? And what does it mean for us?The Complete Guide to AI cuts through the hype to explain what AI is (and is not), how it works, and the likely outcomes ahead. ... Read more

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  • Citizenship

    Notes on an American Myth

    A provocative, personal, blazingly intelligent examination of one of the most vexing questions facing the United States today: Who is, and should be, a citizen?“[A] fascinating, urgently needed new book.”—Chicago Tribune**“How did ‘Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free’ turn upside down to where we are today? Everyone needs to read this book, citizens and non ... Read more

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  • The Minimalist Cooks Dinner

    More Than 100 Recipes for Fast Weeknight Meals and Casual Entertaining

    by Mark Bittman ...
    Minimize weeknight stress with easy, satisfying, and sophisticated meals from a New York Times –bestselling, six-time James Beard Award–winning food writer.Distilling recipes down to their simplest, most flavorful ingredients has become the trademark of Mark Bittman. No one does it better—and now, you can do it from home every night of the week. You don't have to rely on having perfect ... Read more

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  • Secret Weapons of World War II

    The Undercover Innovations in Military Armaments, 1939-45

    by Chris McNab ...
    The dropping of two atom bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and their shocking aftermath finally ended World War II in the eastern theatre. But they weren't the only experimental weaponry at the time.In this fascinating account, Chris McNab examines the development of a range of hitherto unknown and at times shockingly effective weapons that were developed and unleashed on an ... Read more

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  • Weird Universe

    Everything We Don't Know About Space (and Why It's Important)

    by Erika Hamden ...
    Discover the Mysteries of Our Universe Weird Universe is your gateway to the wonders of space. Have you ever looked up at the night sky and marveled at the mysteries hidden beyond the stars? This book takes that curiosity and turns it into an accessible, fun introduction to space, packed with all the weirdness we've discovered out there. Unlock the wonders of space with a fresh and exciting ... Read more

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  • The Well-Connected Animal

    Social Networks and the Wondrous Complexity of Animal Societies

    "Combines accessible prose with solid science."— Wall Street Journal • " Demonstrates that whatever creature you are—from a giraffe to a Tasmanian devil—life is all about who you know."— New Scientist • "Fascinating. . . . Easily the most intriguing, thorough explanation of animal behavior ever produced."— Library Journal (starred review) • "This book makes a fitting companion to Ed Yong's An ... Read more

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  • Humans

    How our Bodies Shaped our Story of Survival

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    Humans – who are we?Physically, Homo sapiens is unremarkable in the animal world – a hairless ape. But somehow, in combination, our characteristics make us remarkable. With our dexterity and brain power, we discovered ways of finding food and beating the elements not only in our home on the African savanna, but in every habitat from jungle to Arctic waste. Humans tells the story of our evolution ... Read more

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    How Physical Fitness Can Improve Your Focus, Mental Clarity, and Concentration

    Strengthen Your Mind-Body Connection"Whether you're an ambitious athlete, someone committed to their personal strength goals, or a newcomer looking for physical health inspiration, Functional Training for the Mind will guide you in the right direction!" — Jeremy Bhandari, author of the bestselling Trust the GrindDon't just achieve your gym goals, learn how to achieve any life goal you set.T... ... Read more

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  • The Seven Measures of the World

    by Piero Martin ...
    The fascinating stories behind the essential seven units of measurement that allow us to understand the physical worldFrom the beginning of history, measurement has been interwoven into the human experience, shaping our understanding of nature, personal relationships, and the supernatural. We measure the world to know our past, comprehend the present, and plan the future.Renowned physicist Piero ... Read more

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