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Explore the laws and theories of physics in this accessible introduction to the forces that shape our Universe, our planet, and our everyday lives. The Physics Book sets out more than 80 key concepts and discoveries that have defined the subject and influenced our technology since the beginning...

Brought to you by Penguin. A dazzling, passionate polemic against anti-science movements of all kinds Keats accused Newton of destroying the poetry of the rainbow by explaining the origin of its colours. In this illuminating and provocative book, Richard Dawkins argues that Keats could not have...

In Understanding Artificial Intelligence: Of Minds and Machines, philosopher Patrick Grim traces the story of AI from ancient legends to the neural networks behind today’s breakthroughs. You see how modern systems became so powerful so quickly. You also explore the very meaning of “intelligence,” discovering how modern AI succeeds by drawing on three resources: vast datasets that let systems learn from examples; deep-learning architectures loosely modeled on the brain’s layers; and feedback loops that help models refine their behavior.

“A timely reminder that we are not just our brains. Arm yourself against the forces of misinformation by reading this book!”—Gina Rippon, author of The Gendered Brain Challenge everything you think you know about your brain. Expose the myths. Embrace the complexity. Transform your...

Illness is not simply a matter of biology. Our thoughts, conscious or otherwise, can make us feel pain or become unwell. If you experienced side effects from your Covid vaccine, the chances are that these were caused by your belief that you would experience them. When a nurse tells you 'this is...

“Mythology and ancient esoteric beliefs are finally found in cutting-edge science.”—Rick Rubin, bestselling author of The Creative Act From the author of the global bestseller The Secret History of the World comes an epic new history of the relationship between spiritual belief and...

Una novela visionaria sobre nuestro presente interconectado. Se han infiltrado en hogares de Hong Kong, en tiendas de Vancouver, en las calles de Sierra Leona, en plazas de Oaxaca, en dormitorios alemanes. Están por todas partes. No son mascotas, ni fantasmas, ni robots. Son personas reales...

Charles Darwin's masterpiece, On the Origin of Species, shook society to its core on publication in 1859. Darwin was only too aware of the storm his theory of evolution would provoke but he would surely have raised an incredulous eyebrow at the controversy still raging a century and a half later...

Figuring explores the complexities of love and the human search for truth and meaning through the interconnected lives of several historical figures across four centuries – beginning with the astronomer Johannes Kepler, who discovered the laws of planetary motion, and ending with the marine...

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In this remarkably clear and companionable audiobook, leading complex systems scientist Melanie Mitchell provides an intimate tour of the sciences of complexity, a broad set of efforts that seek to explain how large-scale complex, organized, and adaptive behavior can emerge from simple interactions among myriad individuals.

Leading-edge empirical observations are increasingly difficult to reconcile with "scientific" materialism, with analytic idealism—the notion that reality, while equally amenable to scientific inquiry, is fundamentally mental—a leading contender to replace it. In this book, the broad body of empirical evidence and reasoning in favor of analytic idealism is reviewed in an accessible manner. The resulting argument anticipates a historically imminent transition to a scientific worldview that regards mind, not matter, as the ground of all reality.

History is not a prerogative of the human species, Edward O. Wilson declares in Half-Earth, a brave work that becomes a radical redefinition of human history. Demonstrating that we blindly ignore the histories of millions of other species, Wilson warns of a point of no return that is imminent.

This instant New York Times bestseller proves humanity thrives in a crisis and that our innate kindness and cooperation have been the greatest factors in our long-term success as a species. If there is one belief that has united the left and the right, psychologists and philosophers, ancient...

Why settle for quick dopamine hits when you can experience vibrant joy that lasts? Discover the surprising scientific benefits of shared euphoria, and how these special events can supercharge wellbeing for the long run. You know it when you feel it: that electric, magnetic feeling of being part...

Trace the awe-inspiring history of astronomy, from ancient stargazing to the frontiers of modern deep space exploration. Perfect for a relaxing evening listen or an educational commute, this accessible science journey skips the complex math. Instead, it focuses on the profound wonder that drove...

Relive the dramatic space race and Apollo 11 lunar landing in an awe-inspiring history perfect for your daily commute. From the shaking roar of the Saturn V rocket to the quiet blackness of the cosmos, this accessible science journey transforms complex engineering into a thrilling adventure...

What did Einstein actually mean by relativity—and why did it change our understanding of the universe? Written for the curious general reader, William F. Hudgings’s *Introduction to Einstein* offers an accessible guide to one of the most revolutionary ideas in modern physics. Avoiding...

Uncover a gripping medical history where ancient magical rituals sparked a brutal, brilliant scientific revolution. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative transforms the centuries-long quest to cure illness into a high-stakes, suspenseful adventure. Whether you are...

Master the awe-inspiring science of natural disasters as humanity battles the violent forces of plate tectonics. Perfect for your daily commute, this intense listening experience reveals how solid ground becomes a destructive weapon driven by shifting faults and deep seismic waves. Expand your...