Life Theory

It is widely understood that Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution completely revolutionized the study of biology. Yet, according to David Sloan Wilson, the Darwinian revolution won’t be truly complete until it is applied more broadly—to everything associated with the words “human,”...

Advice from my future self: Don’t ask your best guy friend to give you nookie lessons. Oops. Too late. I already begged my rock star BFF to give me lessons in seduction. And sweet, strong, always-has-my-back Shep already let me down easy, proving I have zero game, even with people who profess to care about me. Now, I’ll never live down my embarrassment or figure out why I’m a failure with the opposite sex. Or so I assume…until Shep changes his mind, agreeing to three weeks of red-hot study buddy time before he goes on tour and we part ways as friends.

Fresh off their auspicious adventure in the Dogwinkle Days parade, Ruby and Ed are suffering a few growing pains as they settle into their new relationship. Gran and Liam, on the other hand, are blissfully traveling through Switzerland, savoring the fondue, the chocolate, and the mountain life. Pregnant Pip is adapting to her new home in Scotland with husband Captain Gavin, while back at Wishing Rock, Erin is struggling with life and psychic Alexandra is faced with an incident that could change the course of her future.

This book is crafted for curious minds—not just tech professionals. It’s designed to take the mystery out of AI and help you confidently apply it in ways that make sense for your life. With hands-on exercises and real-world applications, this book empowers you to use AI confidently—whether for work, home, or fun.

Fritjof Capra, scientist, educator, activist, and accomplished author, presents the evolution of his thought over five decades in Patterns of Connection. First introduced in the late 1950s to the work of Werner Heisenberg, a founder of quantum mechanics, Capra quickly intuited the connections between the discoveries of quantum physics and the traditions of Eastern philosophy - resulting in his first book, the best-selling The Tao of Physics.

We are living in an age of conspiracy theories, whether it's an enduring, widely held belief such as government involvement in the Kennedy assassination, fears of a powerful infiltrating group, or modern fringe movements of varying popularity such as birtherism and trutherism. What is it in American culture that makes conspiracy theories proliferate? Who is targeted, and why? Are we in the heyday of the conspiracy theory, or is it in decline? American Conspiracy Theories is the first to use broad, long-term empirical data to analyze this popular American tendency.

This book takes you on an exciting, easy-to-understand, and entertaining journey through the new reality in which humans and machines work more closely together than ever before. You will learn what lies behind terms such as machine learning, deep learning, and artificial empathy, how AI works in schools, at work, in medicine, and even in art – and what social, ethical, and personal questions arise from this.

Rooted in established scientific findings, as well as her own research and clinical experience, Harvard-trained psychologist and connection researcher Dr. Kristine Klussman's approach to well-being is simple and transformative. Klussman shows us that the way to achieve true happiness and fulfillment is not by striving toward them at all, but rather by cultivating connection in our everyday lives.

A piercing portrait of the struggles and triumphs of one of America's renowned Jewish neighborhoods in the wake of unspeakable tragedy that highlights the hopes, fears, and tensions all Americans must confront on the road to healing. Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, is one of the oldest Jewish...

This book isn’t about the science of AI or the ethics of robots. It’s about the very real, efficient ways AI can enhance your everyday life—right now. Whether you realise it or not, AI has already been woven into your routines. It’s in your smartphone, your streaming service, your email inbox, and even in your fridge or vacuum cleaner. And the better you understand what it can do, the more you can benefit from its silent support.

From leading critic and essayist Emily Eakin, a stylish personal history of French theory and its unlikely domination of American culture When Emily Eakin arrived at Harvard in the late 1980s, she fell under the spell of an eclectic body of philosophical texts by a handful of French authors...

Do you want to learn how to manage and overcome anxiety, jealousy, and conflicts and develop emotional intelligence and empathy in your relationships and with your family? Insecurities are triggered by actions and will produce powerful and painful emotions. These emotions decide how we behave, and behavior is one of the elements that influence a relationship. Build stronger relationships with strategies grounded in attachment theory. Attachment theory explores the different ways we develop connections with others.

For the new age, spiritualist, modern, woke, conspiracy theorist, and historical individuals, historical conspiracy theories provide a rich tapestry of knowledge and understanding. They offer an alternative lens through which to view the world, encouraging us to question the dominant narratives and seek alternative perspectives. Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery, where the power of historical conspiracy theories will reshape your understanding of the past and empower you to shape the future.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world — this book gives you the knowledge and tools to use it effectively while understanding its societal impact. Written by an expert in AI governance, this guide makes cutting-edge technology accessible to all.

German historian Heike B. Görtemaker delivers the first comprehensive biography of Eva Braun in this authoritative reassessment of Braun’s role in Hitler’s life and revealing portrait of the Führer and his inner circle. Drawing on newly discovered documents, Görtemaker carefully distinguishes fact from fiction.

Leadership is evolving. Have you future-proofed your career? AI isn’t coming—it's already here, reshaping leadership, decision-making, and success. The leaders who embrace AI-first strategies will thrive. The ones who don’t? They’ll be left behind. In The Leadership Playbook, Revisited, award-winning executive strategist Keryn Gold, PhD, MBA, delivers an actionable, high-impact, no-nonsense guide for executives and professionals ready to lead smarter, faster, and more effectively in the AI era. You’ll learn: How AI is transforming leadership—and what great AI-first leaders do differently.

Master Artificial Intelligence in no time, even if you're a total beginner or a tech novice with our essential guide — Empower your career and simplify your daily life! Does the world of AI and machine learning seem intimidating, complex, or out of reach? Are you interested in diving into the realm of AI but have no idea where to start? Are you overwhelmed by endless information and complex terminologies that seem to make AI learning more challenging? You're not alone!

Robots may one day rule the world, but what is a robot-ruled Earth like? Many think the first truly smart robots will be brain emulations, or ems. Scan a human brain, then run a model with the same connections on a fast computer, and you have a robot brain, but recognizably human. Train an em to do some job and copy it a million times; an army of workers is at your disposal. When they can be made cheaply, within perhaps a century, ems will displace humans in most jobs.

This, my friends, is a book about AI written by a human for humans. Specifically, this book is written for the reader that wants to apply AI to their life as quickly as possible, without being bothered to take time to figure out how what you're doing is actually working or the consequences.

Se de médico e louco todo mundo tem um pouco, de psicanalista e palhaço todo mundo tem um pedaço. Christian Dunker e Cláudio Thebas abordam neste audiolivro, com bom humor e profundidade, um tema comum para ambos os ofícios: como escutar os outros? Como escutar a si mesmo? E como a escuta pode transformar pessoas?