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[2023]
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Brad Stulberg presents a new model that describes change as an ongoing cycle of order, disorder, and reorder--yes, we return to stability, but that stability is somewhere new. Drawing on modern science, ancient wisdom, and daily practice, Stulberg offers concrete principles for developing a mindset called rugged flexibility, along with habits and practices to implement it.
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2024.
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A neuroscience professor and a Harvard law professor team up in this groundbreaking work, based on decades of research in the psychological and biological sciences, that shows how disrupting our routines can lead to seeing, feeling and noticing again—and embracing much-needed change to live happier, more fulfilling lives.
3) Swan songs
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2024.
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"W. MAXWELL PRINCE (ICE CREAM MAN) continues to push the comics envelope with SWAN SONGS--a moving, multi-artist anthology that explores the way things END...and also how they never really do. The End of the World. The End of a Marriage. The End of Eden. The End of a Sentence. The End of Anhedonia. ...Even The End of the Sidewalk! And along for the terminal ride are some of the industry's best, brightest artists! MARTIN SIMMONDS (DEPARTMENT OF TRUTH),...
4) Daughter
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"A woman long caught in her father's web strives to make a life--and art--of her"--
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Have you ever wanted to change the past and discover the result of choices not taken? Now, in this brilliantly fun novel of what-ifs, missed chances, and new beginnings, Frankie McKenzie discovers what starting over might bring... Despite living firmly in her comfort zone, Frankie McKenzie feels unsettled. She can't help feeling something's missing. Is it a home to call her own? Travel? A more rewarding job? A relationship? Before she can work it...
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Let all of us work together to save the Earth. Time is of the essence right now. Everyone needs to be "all in" to repair the damage of climate change and damage to the environment on our Earth.
One Earth, Earth was created for all
life not just human life.
Never underestimate the backlash of
nature.
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The world is at strangest of times; experiencing the harshest of temperatures, the weakest rainfall, the strongest floods, and the fiercest of silent wars. The earth is crying, but just a few can hear her wail at the feet of climate change and food insecurity. We are witnessing the incessant and daily drum beats from the media insisting that the disasters occurring are the results of 'Climate Change' caused by human activity, fossil fuels etc; is...
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Are you overwhelmed by the conflicting information and passionate debates surrounding climate change? Does the urgency in climate discourse leave you feeling anxious and concerned? Do you wish you had a clearer understanding of the science that underpins this global issue?
If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then this book is your essential guide.
This isn't a manifesto pushing a political agenda. Instead, it aims to arm you with straightforward...
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Embark on an eye-opening journey with 'Climate Crossroads,' your essential guide to understanding the pressing issues of climate change and embracing sustainable living. This engaging book takes you to the very heart of our environmental challenges and equips you with the knowledge and strategies to make a positive impact on our world.Delve into the Earth's remarkable history in 'A Journey Through Earth's Past' to grasp how our climate has evolved...
11) The lost cause
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"It's thirty years from now. We're making progress, mitigating climate change, slowly but surely. But what about all the angry old people who can't let go? For young Americans a generation from now, climate change isn't controversial. It's just an overwhelming fact of life. And so are the great efforts to contain and mitigate it. Entire cities are being moved inland from the rising seas. Vast clean-energy projects are springing up everywhere. Disaster...
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In the eye-opening exploration, How to Curb Climate Change?, readers embark on a remarkable voyage through time to uncover the astonishing transformation of the Sahara and the Middle East, evolving from fertile landscapes into unforgiving deserts within a mere seven centuries.
This captivating book takes readers on an enlightening journey, revealing the pivotal role played by Neolithic societies in shaping the global climate. With the emergence...
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"When Daniel de La Luna arrives as a scholarship student at an elite East Coast university, he bears the weight of his family's hopes and dreams, and the burden of sharing his late uncle's name. Daniel flounders at first--but then Sam, his roommate, changes everything. As their relationship evolves from brotherly banter to something more intimate, Daniel soon finds himself in love with a man who helps him see himself in a new light. But just as their...
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Dive into the urgent exploration of 'Rising Tides: Navigating the Depths of Climate Change,' a compelling journey through the intricate web of environmental challenges in our changing world. Uncover the profound impacts of climate change, from rising sea levels and extreme weather events to the delicate balance of our ecosystems. This enlightening book delves into the depths of climate science, presenting insights into global warming, carbon footprints,...
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Embark on a journey into the future with "Redefining Skies: Navigating the Future through Geoengineering." This thought-provoking book delves into the complex and transformative realm of geoengineering, offering insights into the opportunities and challenges it presents for reshaping our planet's environmental destiny.As we grapple with unprecedented environmental challenges, the authors guide us through the scientific intricacies, ethical considerations,...
17) It's Not Easy Being Green: A Year of Trying to Be Environmentally Friendly: A Poetry Diary: A Verse
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Poet Caroline Burrows / VerseCycle wrote 'It's Not Easy Being Green: A Year of Trying to be Environmentally Friendly' a verse a day for an entire year, about her successes and failures in trying to lower her carbon footprint, during what turned out to be a very eventful year, all summarised in her final verse No.367: I started these verses to try being eco-friendly/I didn't realise they'd become like my diary/As well as being greener/I got an MA;Dated...
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Embark on a journey into the future with "Eco-Tech Revolution: Innovations Paving the Way to a Cooler Planet." In this groundbreaking exploration, the authors delve into the dynamic world of eco-technology, presenting a tapestry of innovations that promise a sustainable and cooler future for our planet.This book is not just a compilation of advancements; it is a celebration of human ingenuity and our ability to address the pressing challenges of climate...
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Climate Science Adventures with Earth's Heroes is a fascinating storybook that takes young readers on a thrilling journey to learn about climate change and the significance of environmental conservation. The book captures the attention of young children to climate change – a global menace confronting the survival of planet Earth. Climate Science Adventures with Earth's Heroes " is suitable for children in the age range of 8 to 16 years old. The...
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Global warming is one of the most studied and debated phenomena of our era. But do we really understand its causes and dynamics? In this book, the author questions conventional theories about the greenhouse effect and proposes a new vision.Through a meticulous analysis, he shows that the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by atmospheric oxygen plays a much more decisive role in global warming than the action of greenhouse gases. This revealing theory...
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