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"Camo, by photographer Thandiwe Muriu, is the first publication to chronicle the work of this international artist, celebrating the vibrant portraits she creates that combine cultural textiles and beauty ideologies. Muriu takes us on a colorful, reflective journey through her world as a woman living in modern Kenya as she reinterprets contemporary African portraiture." --

El Librito Azul is now in English! Conny Mendez firmly believed in metaphysics for everyone, and dedicated a significant portion of her life to teaching spiritual truths in plain simple terms that anybody can begin to apply in everyday life. One of her most important, prized, and popular books is El Librito Azul, or The Little Blue Book. It is a compact, concise read that is designed to be carried and read easily on a regular basis, until its laws and principles become second nature. This book can teach even a young child how to combine laws of thought with spiritual truth, producing the fruits of what can best be described as "a life truly worth living." By popular demand, The Little Blue Book has been revised & updated for busy 21st century readers while painstakingly preserving Conny's masterfully-written legacy as faithfully as possible. Order today to find out how simple life's truths can be!

"In this hands-on guidebook, Windows security expert and bug hunter Forshaw distills his knowledge and describes the system in great depth. Readers learn the core components and features of the Microsoft Windows threat-mitigation system with in-depth technical discussions and real-world examples"--

Interstitial lung diseases (ILD) or pulmonary fibrosis is a group of lung conditions that involves inflammation and scarring or fibrosis of lung tissues. In this condition, it becomes difficult for the lungs to get enough oxygen. This condition results in shortness of breath and dry cough. The exact cause of ILD is unknown but several factors such as smoking, radiation treatment, certain drugs and medicines, certain connective tissue or collagen diseases, and sarcoidosis may contribute in its development. The common symptoms of ILD include bleeding in the lungs, extreme tiredness and weakness, loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss, and chest discomfort. The most common diagnostic methods used to determine ILD are pulmonary function tests such as spirometry and peak flow monitoring. Chest X-rays, blood tests, and bronchoscopy are some other tests to measure the ability of lungs to move air in and out. Treatment of ILD involves several forms of medications, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, lung transplant and surgery. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to the clinical management of interstitial lung disease. For all those who are interested in this medical condition, this book can prove to be an essential guide.

Androgen deficiency refers to a type of medical condition characterized by low levels of androgenic activity in the human body. It indicates that the level of male sex hormones, specifically testosterone, is lower than the requirement in a healthy adult. There are various signs and symptoms of androgen deficiency, such as exhaustion and lethargy, loss of body hair, diminished sex drive, melancholy, decreased ejaculate production, etc. It can be caused by impairments in testicles, hypothalamus or pituitary gland. The diagnosis of androgen deficiency is done by utilizing a variety of evaluations, such as blood tests, physical examinations, medical histories and other tests. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is used to treat androgen deficiency. Topical creams, oral medications, transdermal patches and intramuscular injections are examples of TRT procedures. It is a popular treatment for men who have symptomatic hypogonadism. This book unravels the recent studies on testosterone replacement. It is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the assessment and management of androgen deficiency through testosterone replacement. Researchers and students in this field will be assisted by this book.

From an experienced business journalist, the story of how women have fought for financial freedom, and the social and political hurdles that have keep them from equality

"What would it mean to make a decision against the acceleration of automation and for humanity? In An Artificial History of Natural Intelligence, David W. Bates lays the groundwork for such a decision by rethinking the history of human cognition and its entanglements with technology. Tracing evolving lines of thought from the early modern period to the present, Bates confronts the intimate connection between autonomy and automaticity in how we have understood the capacities of the human mind. At the heart of this entanglement is a total mechanistic understanding of nature that began in the seventeenth century and saw the body as machine, the nervous system as control mechanism, and the brain as the center of cognition. Reading varied thinkers from Descartes to Kant to Turing, Bates reveals how new ideas and experiences reconfigured the ways in which the automaticity of the body could be linked with technical systems, while at the same time the mind could still create the space for autonomy. The result is a new theorization of the human in which the human, dependent on technology, produces itself as an artificial automation that has no "natural" origin"--

The Primacy of Doubt takes us on a unique journey through the science of uncertainty, covering a breathtaking range of topics, from climate change to the foundations of quantum physics, economic modelling to conflict prediction, free will to consciousness.

American Gothic, Gordon Parks' 1942 portrait of government worker Ella Watson, is among the most celebrated photographs of the twentieth century. Created as part of an extensive collaboration between the photographer and his subject, it is at once a record of one woman's position within the racial, professional and economic hierarchies that stratified the nation's capital and Parks' visual reckoning with the realities of living in racially segregated Washington, D.C. Through his work with Watson-a custodian in the government building where he worked-Parks composed an intimate portrait of Black life by focusing on everyday activities, from work routines to family meals and church services. The resulting photographs trace a remarkably intimate portrait of Watson as a multidimensional figure, cherished by her community and vitally important within the civic sphere. American Gothic. Gordon Parks and Ella Watson provides a comprehensive overview of this pivotal series of photographs, including more than 50 images, some never published before, and additional archival material.Co-published with The Gordon Parks Foundation and the Minneapolis Institute of Art

Pencils in hand, join the unstoppable force of nature that is Godzillaand wreak destruction around the world in this official coloring book.Originally debuting in 1954, Godzilla has become an internationalicon and one of the most instantly recognizable characters in theworld. In this official coloring book you will rampage through citiesand battle rival kaiju, such as Mothra, Rodan, King Ghidorah andMechagodzilla. Godzilla: The Official Coloring Book showcasesexciting artwork and never-before-seen illustrations, ready for youto put your spin on.Perfect for fans of monsters and Japanese culture, Godzilla: TheOfficial Coloring Book will allow you to stretch your creative fingersand enjoy the King of the Monsters as you've never seen himbefore.

(Lead Sheets: Melody line, lyrics and chord symbols). What better way to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Disney than with 100 magical songs in a beautiful, collectible hardcover edition? Beginning with a foreword by composer and Disney legend Alan Menken, and a preface by Walt Disney Records Supervising Producer and Music Historian Randy Thornton, and featuring colorful art throughout, Disney 100 Songs will take you on a century-long musical journey through 60 feature films, theme park attractions, and television shows. Each song is presented with melody, lyrics, and chords so everyone will be able to sing and play these beloved favorites. Songs include: Baby Mine * Be Our Guest * Beauty and the Beast * Bella Notte * Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo (The Magic Song) * Breaking Free * Can You Feel the Love Tonight * Chim Chim Cher-ee * Do You Want to Build a Snowman? * For the First Time in Forever * Friend like Me * Hakuna Matata * How Far I'll Go * I've Got No Strings * The Incredits * Into the Unknown * Lava * Let It Go * The Place Where Lost Things Go * Reflection * Remember Me (Ernesto de la Cruz) * Seize the Day * Speechless * A Spoonful of Sugar * Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious * That's How You Know * Under the Sea * We Don't Talk About Bruno * We're All in This Together * Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf? * Wild Uncharted Waters * Winnie the Pooh * You'll Be in My Heart (Pop Version)* * You've Got a Friend in Me * and more!

A stunningly illustrated atlas of the world's rivers, estuaries, and deltas, and their ecosystemsFrom the Congo and the Mekong to the Seine and the Mississippi, Earth's rivers carve through landscapes before coursing into the world's oceans through estuaries and deltas. Their inexorable flow carries sediment and more, acting as lifeblood for a variety of ecosystems and communities. More than any other surface feature of Earth, rivers, estuaries, and deltas are vitally important to our economic and social well-being, and our management of them often sits at the sharp edge of today's most pressing environmental challenges. The World Atlas of Rivers, Estuaries, and Deltas takes readers on an unforgettable tour of these dynamic bodies of water, explaining how they function at each stage of their flow. Combining maps and graphics with informative essays and beautiful photos, this invaluable reference book will give you a new appreciation for the power that rivers, estuaries, and deltas wield. Features a wealth of color photos, maps, and infographicsBrings together invaluable perspectives from leading expertsDescribes the rich biodiversity associated with the world's rivers, estuaries, and deltasExplains how rivers, estuaries, and deltas work, from river networks to deltaic floodplains, and sheds light on the erosion, movement, and deposition of sedimentDescribes the anatomy of rivers, estuaries, and deltas, from channel geometry and river planforms to estuarine shape and delta morphologyExamines the ecology and ecosystems of rivers, estuaries, and deltas and how humans interact with these environmentsAdditional topics include damming, climate change, water use, pollution, resource management, and planetary health, as well as future perspectives on these vital landscapes

Being up to Date: Status Quo and Trends of TreatmentFor those involved in the identification and management of patients with inborn errors of metabolism, this book is now recognised as the standard textbook in this interdisciplinary field. It has proved to be indispensable for professionals in specialities ranging from pediatrics, neonatology, pathological biochemistry and genetics to neurology, internal medicine, nursing, dietetics and psychology. This 5th edition has been extensively revised and updated.What's new- Additional chapter focusing on inborn errors affecting adults, particularly the late neurological presentations- Numerous updates on diagnostic procedures and treatment- Newly discovered disorders.As with previous editions, the book opens with a section presenting the clinical approach to inborn metabolic diseases for those cases in which a diagnosis is being sought. This now includes a chapter on the clinical presentation of metabolic diseases in the older age range, using an analogous structure. If a particular diagnosis is already suspected, the reader may refer to the following sections of the book containing general chapters on diagnostic procedures and treatment, and on specific groups of disorders. As with earlier editions, the chapters have been written by authors who are internationally recognised experts on their subjects. They provide information in a clear, relevant and concise manner using a coherent structure.

"Imagine yourself in Kyåoto, Japan, gazing at a garden of emptiness. How would you understand what you are seeing? What is the history of this contemplative art form, which has flourished for centuries in Kyåoto, the famed center of Zen arts? What aesthetic principles inform it? Through photographs and commentary, Gardens of Awakening guides you through a series of Zen gardens created from the fourteenth through seventeenth centuries. Some are teeming with plants and flowing water, while others have only rocks and sand. All are associated with particular temples and share a certain Zen aesthetic related to the cultivation of awakening. Zen practice and culture have had a powerful influence on various Japanese art forms, including Noh theater, tea ceremony, architecture, ceramic art, painting, calligraphy, and poetry. In this book we discuss gardens in terms of seven qualities that arise from Zen practice: direct, ordinary, vigorous, gleaning, pivotal, nondual, and inexhaustible. Photographer Mitsue Nagase's outstanding color photographs highlight these qualities and, narrated by beloved Zen calligrapher and translator Kaz Tanahashi, help readers to go deep into the heart of Zen and Zen art"--

"Outstanding ... among the most important books about whisky ever written." Charles MacLeanBringing together landscapes, geology, history, people, and their whisky, and addressing the key role of peatlands in mitigating climate change, Peat and Whisky: The Unbreakable Bond is a love letter to the unique substance that forms part of the DNA of Scotch whisky.Through epic journeys around Scotland and elsewhere, and back in time, Mike Billett dives deep into the science and stories of ancient peatlands and bogs, capturing the spirit of places where whisky has been distilled for centuries. He sheds light on how peat imparts its distinctive aroma and flavor to the world's finest single malts. He looks back to tradition and heritage, as well as forward to a future in which peat will remain part of the whisky recipe, while at the same time becoming an increasingly precious living sponge for atmospheric carbon. He takes us to places where the bond between peat and whisky is growing around the world.Whether you're a whisky connoisseur, a lover of Scotland's beautiful landscapes, an armchair traveler or a history buff, this unforgettable book will deepen your appreciation for the land itself and help you to understand the profound connection between peat and the unmistakable character of uisge beatha, the water of life.

First edition received a prestigious 2010 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Silver Award for excellence in publishingAn anatomical, patient-oriented approach to neurologic diagnosis from renowned neurosurgeonsDespite strides in advanced neuroimaging techniques, what remains constant in the practice of neurology and neurosurgery is the enduring value of observing and interpreting patient signs and symptoms at bedside. Authored by renowned neurosurgeons Cary D. Alberstone, Edward C. Benzel, Michael P. Steinmetz and distinguished colleagues, Anatomic Basis of Neurologic Diagnosis, Second Edition details neuroanatomy in an organized, thorough manner, tipping its hat to the art and science of neurologic diagnosis. Like the widely acclaimed first edition, the updated volume emphasizes a logical, patient-oriented approach to neurologic diagnosis, conspicuously absent from most standard neuroanatomy texts.New to this second edition are a portfolio of carefully curated MRI images and sections on neuroplasticity, peripheral nerve architecture, peripheral nerve injury and recovery, electrodiagnostic diagnosis of radiculopathy, tremor, deep brain stimulation targets (and side effects), autonomic disorders, altered states of consciousness, and spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage. Two sophisticated new chapters address our current understanding of Memory and Neural Networks.Key Features:Clinically pertinent anatomy is described succinctly and in plain languageThe cardinal manifestations of regional nervous system disorders facilitate localization of lesionsLogical approaches to system-based complaints aid in differential diagnosisLearning objectives begin each chapter, graced by a variety of easy-to-grasp conceptual drawingsMRI images, new to this edition, enrich and amplify the textThe authors present a practical, reader-friendly, and patient-centric approach to diagnosing neurological disorders. Residents, fellows, and practitioners in neurology, neurosurgery, and neuroradiology, and those studying for board examinations, will enjoy reading this indispensable resource.

In 2006, Daniel Gibbs, author of A Tattoo on my Brain: A Neurologist's Personal Battle against Alzheimer's Disease (soon to be a documentary produced by MTV.Paramount+), first noticed symptoms which he now knows to have been early signs of his Alzheimer's Disease. Daniel still writes every day, something he credits with keeping his mind sharper and his demons at bay. This book is a personal collection of essays written over the past two years that describe his own personal experiences, first treating patients with Alzheimer's, and now living with the disease himself. The book presents an up-to-date discussion of recent advances and setbacks in Alzheimer's research. Humane and hopeful, this book offers evidence-based information on how it may be possible even now to slow progression of the disease.

The book draws on history, philosophy, psychology, and biology as well economics, law, and finance to describe what has gone wrong, what needs to change, and how to fix it. It sets out the big challenges that capitalism must address and how it should set about doing that.

THE LAST PAGE OF RUDEUS’S TALEThe final disciple of the Man-God appears alongside the treacherous Geese: Badigadi. Equipped with Laplace’s Fighting God Armor and an unparalleled ability to regenerate his body, Badigadi promises a vicious, no-holds-barred fight to the death like Rudeus’s team has never seen before. Rudeus’s lifelong war against the Man-God is almost over—what will be left when the dust clears?The final volume!

"The Christian Creed; Or, What It Is Blasphemy to Deny" is a book written by Annie Besant, a prominent British socialist, women's rights activist, and theosophist. The book is a critical examination of the fundamental beliefs of Christianity and presents Besant's perspective on what constitutes blasphemy. In the book, Besant states that Christianity's core tenets, including the existence of God, the divinity of Jesus Christ, the concept of sin, and the resurrection, are essential to the faith and cannot be denied without committing blasphemy. Do you believe in the existence of god? "The Christian Creed; Or, What It Is Blasphemy to Deny" was originally written before 1897 and caused a stir in religious circles. The author's ideas challenged the traditional interpretation of Christianity and were seen by some as an attack on the faith. However, the book also garnered praise for its erudition and intellectual rigor.

Since its establishment in 1952, the House of Chloé is renowned for its bohemian, whimsical style, high-quality fabrics and soft, lightweight designs.At the forefront of prêt-a-porter, founder Gaby Aghion created a ready-to-wear concept celebrating free-spirited femininity and elegance that revolutionized the fashion industry and that holds firm today.Boasting an almost cult-like following for its beautiful bags, and adored by celebrities and fashionistas the world over, the luxury Parisian fashion brand has produced some of the most iconic items ever made - the padlocked Paddington bag, Suzannah boots and pixie-style flats to name but a few.With a history of superstar designers including Stella MacCartney, Phoebe Philo and Clare Waight Keller, Lagerfeld-era vintage Chloé pieces more popular than ever, and an exciting new direction under Gabriela Hearst, everyone wants to be a #ChloeGirl.

At age forty-five, office worker Sasaki has had enough of the corporate grind. His only solace is smoking--and the friendly smile of supermarket cashier Yamada. When Sasaki can't find Yamada after a particularly trying day, a striking woman invites him to smoke with her. The despondent man thinks he's made a new smoking buddy in the cool, teasing Tayama, but Sasaki doesn't realize he already knows her!