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Why Is the World So Beautiful?

Our Minds in Search of Nature's Rhymes

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**A fascinating inquiry into why beauty matters and how it has played an evolutionary role in our understanding of the world.From a pioneering neuropsychologist and the winner of the Mind and Brain Prize.**Why do we love beauty? And why is the world so full of it? From rainbows and mountain landscapes to piano sonatas and Cézanne paintings, much of what we find beautiful seems to serve no ... Read more

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**A fascinating inquiry into why beauty matters and how it has played an evolutionary role in our understanding of the world.From a pioneering neuropsychologist and the winner of the Mind and Brain Prize.**Why do we love beauty? And why is the world so full of it? From rainbows and mountain landscapes to piano sonatas and Cézanne paintings, much of what we find beautiful seems to serve no
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What is consciousness? What is it for, and why did it evolve? One of the world’s leading theoretical psychologists seeks answers—and proposes a fascinating new theory.We feel, therefore we are. Conscious sensations ground our sense of self. They are crucial to our idea of ourselves as psychic beings: present, existent, and mattering. But is it only humans who feel this way? Do other animals? Will ... Read more

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What is consciousness? What is it for, and why did it evolve? One of the world’s leading theoretical psychologists seeks answers—and proposes a fascinating new theory.We feel, therefore we are. Conscious sensations ground our sense of self. They are crucial to our idea of ourselves as psychic beings: present, existent, and mattering. But is it only humans who feel this way? Do other animals? Will
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Soul Dust

The Magic of Consciousness

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A radically new view of the nature and purpose of consciousnessHow is consciousness possible? What biological purpose does it serve? And why do we value it so highly? In Soul Dust, the psychologist Nicholas Humphrey, a leading figure in consciousness research, proposes a startling new theory. Consciousness, he argues, is nothing less than a magical-mystery show that we stage for ourselves inside ... Read more

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A radically new view of the nature and purpose of consciousnessHow is consciousness possible? What biological purpose does it serve? And why do we value it so highly? In Soul Dust, the psychologist Nicholas Humphrey, a leading figure in consciousness research, proposes a startling new theory. Consciousness, he argues, is nothing less than a magical-mystery show that we stage for ourselves inside
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The Penguin Small Business Guide: the complete reference handbook for small to medium enterprises

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Whether you already own a small or medium business, or you are thinking of buying or starting one, The Penguin Small Business Guide is your first step to success. This new edition will keep you up-to-date with the changing face of Australian small business.In this practical, easy-to-understand guide, Nicholas Humphrey gives advice on:preparing a business plan effective marketing and public ... Read more

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Whether you already own a small or medium business, or you are thinking of buying or starting one, The Penguin Small Business Guide is your first step to success. This new edition will keep you up-to-date with the changing face of Australian small business.In this practical, easy-to-understand guide, Nicholas Humphrey gives advice on:preparing a business plan effective marketing and public
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Seeing Red

A Study in Consciousness

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"Consciousness matters. Arguably it matters more than anything. The purpose of this book is to build towards an explanation of just what the matter is."Nicholas Humphrey begins this compelling exploration of the biggest of big questions with a challenge to the reader, and himself. What's involved in "seeing red"? What is it like for us to see someone else seeing something red?Seeing a red screen ... Read more

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"Consciousness matters. Arguably it matters more than anything. The purpose of this book is to build towards an explanation of just what the matter is."Nicholas Humphrey begins this compelling exploration of the biggest of big questions with a challenge to the reader, and himself. What's involved in "seeing red"? What is it like for us to see someone else seeing something red?Seeing a red screen
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Seeing Red

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"A brilliantly inventive account of the evolution of consciousness, the best yet" (Paul Broks, Prospect)."Consciousness matters. Arguably it matters more than anything. The purpose of this book is to build towards an explanation of just what the matter is." Nicholas Humphrey begins this compelling exploration of the biggest of big questions with a challenge to the reader, and himself. What's ... Read more

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"A brilliantly inventive account of the evolution of consciousness, the best yet" (Paul Broks, Prospect)."Consciousness matters. Arguably it matters more than anything. The purpose of this book is to build towards an explanation of just what the matter is." Nicholas Humphrey begins this compelling exploration of the biggest of big questions with a challenge to the reader, and himself. What's
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The Invention of Consciousness

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The story of a quest to uncover the evolutionary history of consciousness from one of the world's leading theoretical psychologists.We feel, therefore we are. Conscious sensations ground our sense of self. They are crucial to our idea of ourselves as psychic beings: present, existent, and mattering. But is it only humans who feel this way? Do other animals? Will future machines? Weaving together ... Read more

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The story of a quest to uncover the evolutionary history of consciousness from one of the world's leading theoretical psychologists.We feel, therefore we are. Conscious sensations ground our sense of self. They are crucial to our idea of ourselves as psychic beings: present, existent, and mattering. But is it only humans who feel this way? Do other animals? Will future machines? Weaving together
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When a battered delivery truck crashes in downtown Chicago, the driver is dead before the paramedics arrive — but not from the wreck. He's been shot point-blank, and the package he was carrying is nowhere to be found.Detective Oto Gage is handed the case and quickly learns the driver's route ran straight through the city's criminal underworld. With every lead pointing to more questions — and more ... Read more

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When a battered delivery truck crashes in downtown Chicago, the driver is dead before the paramedics arrive — but not from the wreck. He's been shot point-blank, and the package he was carrying is nowhere to be found.Detective Oto Gage is handed the case and quickly learns the driver's route ran straight through the city's criminal underworld. With every lead pointing to more questions — and more
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Biocatalysis in Organic Synthesis

The Retrosynthesis Approach

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The application of biocatalysis in organic synthesis is rapidly gaining popularity amongst chemists. Compared to traditional synthetic methodologies biocatalysis offers a number of advantages in terms of enhanced selectivity (chemo-, regio-, stereo-), reduced environmental impact and lower cost of starting materials. Together these advantages can contribute to more sustainable manufacturing ... Read more

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The application of biocatalysis in organic synthesis is rapidly gaining popularity amongst chemists. Compared to traditional synthetic methodologies biocatalysis offers a number of advantages in terms of enhanced selectivity (chemo-, regio-, stereo-), reduced environmental impact and lower cost of starting materials. Together these advantages can contribute to more sustainable manufacturing
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Can we do better in space than we've done here on Earth?We've pinpointed the destination, refined the technology, designed the habitat. Are we forgetting something? A timely reminder that it's not just rocket science, this book explores the all-too-human issues raised by the prospect of settling in outer space. Accordingly, her work highlights the complex ethical challenges that accompany any ... Read more

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The Book of Minds

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Popular science writer Philip Ball explores a range of sciences to map our answers to a huge, philosophically rich question: How do we even begin to think about minds that are not human?Sciences from zoology to astrobiology, computer science to neuroscience, are seeking to understand minds in their own distinct disciplinary realms. Taking a uniquely broad view of minds and where to find them ... Read more

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