Information Anxiety

James Gleick, the author of the best sellers Chaos and Genius, now brings us a work just as astonishing and masterly: A revelatory chronicle and meditation that shows how information has become the modern era’s defining quality - the blood, the fuel, the vital principle of our world. The story of information begins in a time profoundly unlike our own, when every thought and utterance vanishes as soon as it is born.

Behind the familiar surfaces of the telephone, radio, and television lies a sophisticated and intriguing body of knowledge known as information theory. This is the theory that has permitted the rapid development of all sorts of communication, from color television to the clear transmission of photographs from the vicinity of Jupiter. Even more revolutionary progress is expected in the future.

During the final three years of the Obama administration, Richard Stengel, the former editor of Time magazine and an Under Secretary of State, was the single person in government tasked with unpacking, disproving, and combating both ISIS's messaging and Russian disinformation. Then, in 2016, as the presidential election unfolded, Stengel watched as Donald Trump used disinformation himself, weaponizing the grievances of Americans who felt overlooked. In fact, Stengel quickly came to see how all three players had used the same playbook: ISIS sought to make Islam great again....

Vanessa “Michael” Munroe deals in information - expensive information - working for corporations, heads of state, private clients, and anyone else who can pay for her unique brand of expertise. Born to missionary parents in lawless central Africa, Munroe took up with an infamous gunrunner and his mercenary crew when she was just fourteen. As his protégé, she earned the respect of the jungle's most dangerous men, cultivating her own reputation for years until something sent her running. After almost a decade building a new life and lucrative career from her home base in Dallas, she's never looked back. Until now....

The Cockapoo is one of the best companions you could wish for. They’re playful, intelligent, loving, and they have a huge personalities. And, of course, they shed less than most other dogs. But, what will you feed them? Where will they sleep? What happens when they have to go potty in the middle of the night? What about their health - what do you need to know? The list of questions running around in your head will confusing, but the answers are simple.

Every day and every moment, we have to make some kind of decision - they could be miniature choices with minimal impact, or big decisions that can change the trajectory of your life. If you don’t decide, that’s the worst of all decisions. You have to either say yes or no or explore other alternatives to optimize your resources. Therefore, making a choice is an unavoidable choice, and that makes it one of the most important skills everyone should strive to learn and master. You have to make choices all the time. Then why not make smart choices?

Do you suffer from social anxiety? Have you been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, or do you suspect that you have one? If so, this audiobook can change your life. If you've spent time and energy searching for a cure for your anxiety, you've probably come across the following common suggestions: You should see a (costly!) therapist. This disorder can't be cured, only treated. Treatment takes months or years before any relief can be achieved. You'll probably suffer from this disorder for the rest of your life, to some degree or another.

The way our lives are today, it’s only natural we all face some stress and anxiety. But when this panic becomes overwhelming and prevents you from living your life, then it’s time to take action and manage your anxiety! With this unique guide, you can learn everything about anxiety and relevant disorders so you can control your emotions and lead a peaceful life.

Phobia, a word that we have all probably heard, usually in conjunction with another word. A phobia is an irrational fear of something. The word phobia comes from the greek god Phobos, who was literally the god of fear. Why do we have phobias? Why can they be so intense and irrational? Is there a difference between being afraid of something, and having a phobia of it? Are there any signs to indicate a phobia? How do you overcome one? If you have ever asked any of these questions and want answers, stop dawdling, buy this audiobook, and start listening!