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Aloysius “Spider” Webb fixes time machines for a living. He hates his job; he hates his life, and hates time travel even more. He simply wants to get on with his life. He’s a hard working Australian b

Protecting Free Trade is the story of a paradox that both limited and stimulated Hong Kong's post-war economy. In order to preserve its access to open markets, Hong Kong was obligated by international

Recess, a swing set, an argument, a resolution! Michael Hall’s transformative Swing is a celebration of friendship, joy, and kindness. Readers of all ages will look forward to seeing how four unlikely

The paradox confronting us today is that even as we know more and process information at a faster rate, we reason, think, and understand less. While a wealth of literature has been devoted to similar

G.K. Chesterton was an English writer often referred to as "the prince of paradox." Chesterton wrote on a variety of different subjects including mystery fiction, religion, and liter

In his new book, The Victory of Zionism, Emmanuel Navon challenges the popular belief that the future of Zionism depends on the resolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict, powerfully defending the idea o

Negotiation is an essential part of doing business, but to be an effective negotiator one must master a wide variety of skills such as listening, self-awareness, conflict resolution, assertiveness, an

With a new Introduction by Cedric Watts, Research Professor of English, University of Sussex. Laurence Sterne's The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman is a huge literary paradox, for it i

*series focuses on positive social development of young children*books offer support through a variety of childhood experiences*sharing theme*pull tabs show a resolution that is reassuring to children and affirms positive behavior*pull tabs also provide encouragement and remind chidlren that they can control what happens in differet situations

The book features retro style pen and ink illustrations by Joan Escandell (illustrator of "Captain Thunder," "He-Man," and Disney's "Cinderella "and "The Lion King"), who molded the image many youngsters in Europe have of literary figures like Robin Hood. The book gives free access to a library of downloadable high-resolution animal images.

A resissue of this superb story introducing the 12 months of the year Kipper has made a New Year's resolution not to throw snowballs at Tiger. He manages to keep to this for a whole month, but in Febr

Packed with essential information about the First World War, from the start of the conflict in 1914 to its resolution in 1918.Look inside trenches, see an attack across no man’s land, find out what go

Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book, full of tiny furry friends!Penguin Books edition - updated with exclusive new drawings!Find comfort in the enchanting world of Cozy Friends, with 45 uplifting hand-drawn pages ready for you to colour in. In this book you’ll find familiar everyday activities, but with your brand new Cozy Friends – super cute animal characters!Cozy Friends has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans, and also includes:45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativityLarge, bold designs that are easy to colourConvenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to lifeSuitable for children.

The seasons are changing and it's time to get cosy!Curl up with a blanket and a delicious mug of hot cocoa to enjoy colouring in 45 beautiful hand-drawn illustrations – adorable animal scenes packed with memorable details. This irresistible colouring book has bold and clean lines to help you create beautiful, effortless colouring pages. This book offers:45 hand-drawn colouring pages to help you relax, unwind and be inspired to appreciate the seasons!Single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through (if using marker pens, please place a protective sheet behind the page you are colouring).High resolution prints on high quality paper, for clear, crisp images.

Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book – it’s time to get cozy!Step into a world of calm and comfort with Cozy Corner, with 45 beautiful hand-drawn pages ready for you to colour in. Settle in to your very own cozy corner with these brand new colouring pages! This follow-up to Coco Wyo's beloved Little Corner promises a new colourful delight at every turn!A delightful reading alcove, a heartwarming bakery, a cosy kitchen, and more awaits you within these cute and simple pages!Cozy Corner has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans of all ages, and also includes:• 45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativity• Large, bold designs that are easy to colour• Convenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhere• Crisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to life

Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book, perfect for curling up with and getting cosy!Penguin Books edition - updated with exclusive new drawings!Step into the calm and comforting world of Girl Moments, with 45 unique illustrations to help you pause and take in the little joys – from a warm cup of tea in the morning to cosying up in bed with a book. Drift away into the soft, soothing vibes and rediscover the simple comforts that make every day a little brighter. Girl Moments has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans, and also includes:45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativityLarge, bold designs that are easy to colourConvenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to lifeSuitable for children.

Wrap yourself in the magic of Christmas with your colouring pens and cosiest blanket, as you explore the brand-new Cozy Christmas Colouring Book, a special collaboration between Coco Wyo and Penguin Random House. It’s the perfect gift for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy a little holiday cheer. With simple, cute pages you can complete in one sitting, picture yourself snuggled up, colouring relaxing scenes of snow-covered rooftops, cosy fireplaces, and festive joy.A perfect Christmas gift, or a gift to yourself to help you relax and escape – this beautiful book will delight colouring book lovers of all ages!• 45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativity• Thick, high-quality paper• Large, bold designs that are easy to colour• Convenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhere• Crisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to life

The Brights are back in their second out-of-this-world graphic novel! From Epic Originals, The Bright Family series teaches heartfelt lessons about conflict resolution, cooperation, and the importance of family in all its forms. After searching for each other throughout the multiverse and repairing their interdimensional portals together, the Bright family is ready for a vacation! But relaxing days riding water slides and eating space ramen are put on hold when the portal drops them deep in the jungle on an unknown planet rather than at the door of the luxury resort. Told through multigenerational storytelling, the Brights are about to figure out that space travel is a lot like space ramen: It always leaves adventurers wanting more. Includes "One Birthday in Time," a bonus Bright Family tale outside the main plot line that's a true moment of delight for readers.

The Fruits and the Vegetables have been fighting FOREVER! But best friends Grape and Mushroom decide it's time for things to change. They meet in secret and hatch a plan to end the fighting once and for all. And so they set off on an epic journey to the very top of the fridge to ask the legendary Wise Old Cheese for help-that is, if he even exists.Join these tiny peace envoys on their courageous mission as they eventually find the solution in an unexpected place . . .A laugh-out-loud picture book about conflict resolution: 'Hilarious, Grape and Mushroom truly achieve peas on Earth.' - David Litchfield

★ 入選《The New York Times》2021年度最佳藝術書★ 結合科學、建築、藝術與地緣政治的跨領域鉅作★ 首度建立南極建築普查與多維度視覺資料庫南極，是地球上最極端、也最被忽視的公共領域之一。它覆蓋全球約10%的陸地面積，儲存著約70%的淡水資源，同時也是氣候變遷研究最重要的資料庫。然而，這片冰封大陸並非單純的自然淨土，而是一個隱含資源競逐與國際權力角力的複雜場域。《Antarctic Resolution》試圖突破當代大數據所建構的片段視角，提出一種「高解析」的觀看方式：透過跨國、跨領域專家的共同參與，從地理、科學、建築、政治與人類活動等多重面向，重新描繪南極的全貌。書中收錄專文論述、攝影專題與數據視覺圖像，並首次整理南極建築的完整調查，呈現人類如何在極端環境中建立暫時性的存在。此外，本書也進一步探討南極獨特的國際治理模式，思考在無國界的情境下，人類是否可能發展出新的合作框架。面對氣候變遷與海平面上升的威脅，南極不再只是遙遠的研究對象，而是全球未來的重要關鍵。本書不僅是一部關於南極的研究，更是一個行動提案——邀請讀者重新理解這片大陸，並思考人類應如何共同守護其未來。Named one of the best art books of 2021 by the New York TimesAccounting for approximately 10% of the land mass of Planet Earth, the Antarctic is a global commons we collectively neglect. Far from being a pristine natural landscape, the continent is a contested territory which conceals resources that might prove irresistible in a world with ever-increasing population growth. The 26 quadrillion tons of ice accumulated on its bedrock, equivalent to around 70% of the fresh water on our planet, represe

In his previous Schumpeter Prize-winning work, Lee analysed the 'middle-income trap', in which a developing country grows strongly only to plateau at a certain point. Yet certain developing countries, most significantly China, have managed to escape this trap. Building on the conception of the ladder from developing to developed countries being kicked way, this book suggests alternative ways, such as 'leapfrogging', in which latecomers can catch up with their forerunners. Providing policy solutions for development challenges in non-technical terms, Lee frames his theories with insightful and inventive allegories. In doing so, Lee also accounts for the catch-up paradox, in which one cannot conclusively catch-up if they are continually trying to follow the path of those ahead. He argues that eventual catch-up and overtaking require pursuing a path that differs from that taken by forerunners. This highly original and accessible book will appeal to students, scholars, practitioners, and an

"Find the roadmap to resolution at the heart of the conflictThe Conflict Paradox is a comprehensive guide to overcoming conflict to arrive at a satisfying resolution. Written by one of the founders of

這本官方授權的《Sylvanian Families: Cosy Friends Colouring Book》帶來40多幅全新插圖，展現森林家族的可愛角色與溫暖場景。從廚房烘焙到星空下的營火夜，從冬日溜冰到日常休閒，內容多樣又充滿細節。插圖線條粗細分明，適合各程度的著色愛好者。高解析度印刷呈現清晰畫面，不論是兒童、初學者或是成人，都能在著色中獲得紓壓與樂趣。這本書既能成為親子共享的活動，也適合作為療癒系小禮物。A bold and simple colouring book featuring adorable characters from the world of Sylvanian Families.Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Sylvanian Families: Cosy Friends Colouring Book is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages!From baking to stargazing, cosy campfires to ice skating, experience the cosy season with all your favourite characters in this super cute colouring book. Featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners an

這本官方授權的《Moomin Moments》邀請讀者走進姆明谷，透過著色享受療癒時光。書中共有40多幅圖案與圖樣，從姆明家族的日常到冒險活動皆有呈現。插圖風格大方，線條粗細分明，既能滿足初學者，也能讓經驗豐富的著色者找到樂趣。高解析度印刷讓畫面清晰可見，搭配方正小巧的尺寸，方便隨身攜帶。這不僅是一本著色書，也是放鬆心情與培養專注力的好選擇，適合作為日常娛樂或贈禮。A bold and simple colouring book to help you relax, unwind and be more Moomin!Relax and enjoy the wonderful world of Moominvalley with this adorable colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Moomin Moments is perfect for stress relief and mindfulness, and fun for all ages!Join all your favourite Moomin characters on their adventures in this super cute colouring book, featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners and experienced colourists alikeLook out for more amazing Moomin books including The Moomins Find a Home Pop-Up Book, The Moomin Colouring Diary and

這本官方授權的著色書有40多幅全新插圖，展現森林家族的可愛角色與溫暖場景。從廚房烘焙到星空下的營火夜，從冬日溜冰到日常休閒，內容多樣又充滿細節。插圖線條粗細分明，適合各程度的著色愛好者。高解析度印刷呈現清晰畫面，不論是兒童、初學者或是成人，都能在著色中獲得紓壓與樂趣。這本書既能成為親子共享的活動，也適合作為療癒系小禮物。A bold and simple colouring book featuring adorable characters from the world of Sylvanian Families.Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Sylvanian Families: Cosy Friends Colouring Book is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages!From baking to stargazing, cosy campfires to ice skating, experience the cosy season with all your favourite characters in this super cute colouring book. Featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners and experienced colourists alikeEnjoy more cosy c

這本官方授權的《Sylvanian Families: Cosy Adventures Colouring Book》將森林家族的日常冒險化作可愛插圖，邀請讀者透過上色體驗悠閒時光。書中共有40多幅插圖，包括沙灘假期、騎行樂趣、遊樂園活動等，畫面簡單大方，適合兒童與成人共同享受。高解析度印刷讓細節清晰呈現，無論是初學者還是喜歡細心著色的讀者，都能找到樂趣。這是一本兼具療癒效果與趣味性的著色書，適合收藏或作為禮物。A bold and simple colouring book featuring adorable characters from the world of Sylvanian Families.Relax and enjoy the charming world of Sylvanian Families with this adorable official colouring book packed full of bold and simple images. Sylvanian Families: Cosy Adventures Colouring Book is perfect for stress relief and mindful moments, and fun for all ages!From cycle rides to boat trips, beach days to fairground fun, experience the wonder of everyday adventures in this super cute colouring book. Featuring over 40 unique scenes and beautiful patterns to colour and enjoy!Over 40 adorable designs – no repeats!Simple, bold images, perfect for all agesConvenient 8.5 x 8.5 inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrationsA variety of designs for beginners and

From hilarious number one bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new Lottie Brooks story. Lottie Brooks is BACK and she's as BRILLIANT as ever!At long last Lottie and Daniel are an official couple and everything seems to be going brilliantly (except for Amber being increasingly mean and jealous, but what's new there?). Meanwhile Toby's new year's resolution is to get a dog, and for once Lottie and him see eye to eye.Pot Noodle, the cockapoo, becomes the newest member of the Brooks family. He's VERY cute but also not toilet trained AT ALL. Lottie soon finds having a new boyfriend and a new dog means she has little time for anyone else, leaving her best friends pretty upset.How is Lottie meant to keep everybody happy and stop Pot Noodle from pooing on the carpet?!Perfect for readers aged 9-12 and for fans of Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, Dork Diaries and Wimpy Kid. Readers LOVE Lottie Brooks:My daughter couldn't put it down and read it in 2 days. Read at breakfast, walking

太空旅行怎麼進行？外星人可能長什麼樣子？宇宙中真的有其他生命嗎？在這本趣味與知識兼具的科普圖文書中，孩子將進入「超級反派學院」，透過幽默圖解與淺顯說明，探索天文學中的大小問題——從費米悖論、極端生命型態到未來可能的太空旅行方式。適合喜愛科學與冒險的小讀者，也讓天文知識成為課堂之外的新發現。Learn all about space travel, alien planets and life beyond Earth in this fun and factual space book for kids. "How do you travel in style across the galaxy?""What do aliens really look like?""What is the Fermi paradox, and why should we care about it?" Discover the answers to these questions and many more at the Supervillain Academy: the magnificently morbid school for young villains in training. Read more about how the search for extraterrestrial life and the search for planets are linked, the exoplanets and extremophiles that can be found all over the galaxy, and the weird and wonderful ways scientists think we (might) be able to travel around space. A factual and full-of-fun astronomy book for young big thinkers and budding scientists!An accessible and enjoyable introduction to astrophysics, explaining big topics in a simple wayPacked with

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水獺和獾向來各據河岸一方，不相往來，沒想到一隻水獺為尋找食材誤闖禁地。究竟牠的魯莽之舉會為兩方的緊張關係火上加油，還是那雙小小的烘焙巧手能帶來和平共處的契機？童趣畫風描繪友愛與包容，以及很多、很多可愛的水獺與獾。The otters and the badgers live on either side of the river, but they have never seen eye to eye. Neither group can cross to the opposite riverbank. But one day shy otter-baker Francie accidentally ventures into the badger lands in search of a new ingredient.As the two sides begin arguing again, she has unwittingly set off a new chapter in their ongoing feud. But maybe Francie's stunning new cookies-otter-baked but with badger-territory ingredients-may finally helpthem learn to get along. A funny and heartfelt story of tolerance, compromise and finding common ground.Anya Glazer's detailed artwork will immerse readers in the rich world of otters and badgers, and reward multiple readings. Provides a fun-packed introduction to conflict resolution ... and cookery!

"This book proposes a resolution to the paradox of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's sexual politics-that he is the philosopher of freedom for men yet philosopher of servitude for women. The author examines psy

◤ BOOK 1這本書會為你帶來好運◢真正的好運，是在生命的轉捩點，做出對的選擇！《蘇黎士投機定律》作者又一力作，《複利的喜悅》作者專文推薦！運氣無形無相，卻對人生有莫大影響。我們總會羨慕那些比自己好運的人，但有沒有什麼辦法，能讓我們和他們一樣好運？資深調查記者馬克思．岡瑟，帶你一探運氣背後的運作法則！▍20年間訪談上千人，用理性思維找出改運關鍵跟上馬克思．岡瑟的腳步，走進一場引人入勝的旅程。從靈能力到共時性，從占星師到數學家，透過一系列兼顧科學與玄學角度的訪談追蹤，你將重新思考運氣的本質，從而讓你掌握人生順遂的關鍵準則。本書總結作者20年間採訪上千人的經驗，不只有影視巨星寇克．道格拉斯、石油大亨保羅．蓋蒂、知名投資人傑洛德．羅布等各領域的出色人物，還有諸多你未曾聽聞、但際遇絕對驚人的幸運兒和倒楣鬼。透過這些人的故事，你就能發現，那些被幸運眷顧的人，究竟做了什麼別人（特別是那些厄運纏身的人）所沒有做的事。▍5個學得會的好運原理，助你顯化順流人生！在作者的精心整理下，他將上千人的人生經驗，彙整成了五項任何人都學得會也做得到的「改運法門」，不論你對運氣的理解是科學的還是玄學的，這套方法都能有效提升你遇到好運的機會，降低遭遇厄運的風險。創作出無數超級英雄的知名美國漫畫家史丹．李有言：「運氣，就是最強大的超能力！」實踐書中最精華的五大法則，你也可以跳脫厄運陷阱，擁有屬於自己的超能力！1. 蛛網結構（The spiderweb structure）：人脈，就是為你捕捉好運的網絡。在你不順時，它能接住你；在你順的時候，它能把你彈得更高。2. 直覺感應（The hunching skill）：直覺其來有自，刻意練習能讓它更精準（但也要小心誤用！）3. 勇者天佑（The “audentes fortuna juvat” phenomenon）：不去嘗試，就永遠沒有機會。與其日後後悔沒有行動，不如現在就推自己一把！ 4. 棘輪效應（The ratchet effect）：厄運往往能避免，要懂得告訴自己「我可能錯了」，認清沉沒成本，才不會一錯再錯、無法翻身！5. 悲觀悖論（The pessimism paradox）：最信賴運氣的人，往往最不幸。謹記墨菲定律，現在做好悲觀的準備，未來才有樂觀的本錢。【寫給也想要改運的你】★輸家往往對自己的能力缺乏信心，所以依賴神祕的力量來渡過人生。當然

真正的好運，是在生命的轉捩點，做出對的選擇！《蘇黎士投機定律》作者又一力作，《複利的喜悅》作者專文推薦！運氣無形無相，卻對人生有莫大影響。我們總會羨慕那些比自己好運的人，但有沒有什麼辦法，能讓我們和他們一樣好運？資深調查記者馬克思．岡瑟，帶你一探運氣背後的運作法則！▍20年間訪談上千人，用理性思維找出改運關鍵跟上馬克思．岡瑟的腳步，走進一場引人入勝的旅程。從靈能力到共時性，從占星師到數學家，透過一系列兼顧科學與玄學角度的訪談追蹤，你將重新思考運氣的本質，從而讓你掌握人生順遂的關鍵準則。本書總結作者20年間採訪上千人的經驗，不只有影視巨星寇克．道格拉斯、石油大亨保羅．蓋蒂、知名投資人傑洛德．羅布等各領域的出色人物，還有諸多你未曾聽聞、但際遇絕對驚人的幸運兒和倒楣鬼。透過這些人的故事，你就能發現，那些被幸運眷顧的人，究竟做了什麼別人（特別是那些厄運纏身的人）所沒有做的事。▍5個學得會的好運原理，助你顯化順流人生！在作者的精心整理下，他將上千人的人生經驗，彙整成了五項任何人都學得會也做得到的「改運法門」，不論你對運氣的理解是科學的還是玄學的，這套方法都能有效提升你遇到好運的機會，降低遭遇厄運的風險。創作出無數超級英雄的知名美國漫畫家史丹．李有言：「運氣，就是最強大的超能力！」實踐書中最精華的五大法則，你也可以跳脫厄運陷阱，擁有屬於自己的超能力！1. 蛛網結構（The spiderweb structure）：人脈，就是為你捕捉好運的網絡。在你不順時，它能接住你；在你順的時候，它能把你彈得更高。2. 直覺感應（The hunching skill）：直覺其來有自，刻意練習能讓它更精準（但也要小心誤用！）3. 勇者天佑（The “audentes fortuna juvat” phenomenon）：不去嘗試，就永遠沒有機會。與其日後後悔沒有行動，不如現在就推自己一把！ 4. 棘輪效應（The ratchet effect）：厄運往往能避免，要懂得告訴自己「我可能錯了」，認清沉沒成本，才不會一錯再錯、無法翻身！5. 悲觀悖論（The pessimism paradox）：最信賴運氣的人，往往最不幸。謹記墨菲定律，現在做好悲觀的準備，未來才有樂觀的本錢。【寫給也想要改運的你】★輸家往往對自己的能力缺乏信心，所以依賴神祕的力量來渡過人生。當然，那些力量通常不會照他們的意願行事。贏

「這本書是養成成長心態、強化學習、提升績效表現必讀之書，我全心誠摯推薦！」 ——《心態致勝》作者、史丹佛大學心理學教授　杜維克（Carol Dweck）為了維持高績效，你是不是也：投入更多的時間，確定自己把事情做對、力求做到完美？更努力讓自己看起來很專業，壓抑心中的疑惑與擔心？但是，投入更多，表現似乎沒有等比例提升，開始懷疑自己是不是能力有問題？本書作者布里先紐發現，許多認真努力的人出現「慢性表現停滯症候群」，愈努力愈受挫，表現無法同步提升，也就是陷入了「表現的悖論（performance paradox）」。問題不在不夠努力，而是用錯了方法。通往成功的路，往往不是一條筆直的道路。我們專注表現，卻忽略了同時有效學習，才是表現提升、不斷變強的秘密武器！卡蘿．杜維克提出成長心態的概念，讓全球千萬人了解成功不在天賦，而在於用什麼樣的心態面對挑戰。但是，為什麼抱持了成長心態，卻不斷努力受挫，表現停滯？觀念必須加上正確的行動，才會帶來所期望的改變。布里先紐是杜維克的得意門生，他創辦Mindset Works，提供成長心態的訓練實作，把成長心態更進一步向學校、企業推廣。這本書正是實踐成長心態、真正成長突破的策略行動手冊。布里先紐提出「表現模式」與「學習模式」的成長策略。就像是雙引擎，表現必須有效融入學習，兩種模式必須有節奏地相互切換，才能真正突破停滯期。透過勇敢挑戰未知領域、嘗試新做法、允許自己犯錯並從中學習、不斷調整，表現才會更上一層樓。破圈學習、有效努力，不被績效焦慮綁架在這本書中，布里先紐提出六種學習策略，告訴你如何從犯錯中獲取有用的經驗，也帶你認清關於成長心態的迷思：　1. 刻意練習　2. 小實驗快迭代　3. 找更聰明的工作方式　4. 強化「實戰直覺」　5. 避免耗竭式投入　6. 反思為什麼透過這些方法，星巴克的店員提出把點單內容寫在飲料杯上的創意，改善了出錯率和顧客體驗，甚至成為全球飲料界的通用做法；微軟改變了自己的文化，鼓勵員工試錯和創新，結果淨利成長三倍以上，股價上漲超過700％；還有更多員工、領導者、創業家和組織，擺脫過去的低成效慣性，實現宏偉目標，甚至改變了世界。本書告訴你如何：● 避免掉入過度努力的陷阱，阻礙自身成長● 識別何時以及如何從犯錯中汲取經驗，不斷改善方向● 將學習的思維與策略融入日常習慣● 帶領團隊持續進步、屢創佳績● 在穩定

防止成癮，從自己做起，我們就能讓這整個世界煥然一新。預估到了2040年，日常的休閒時間在美國會達到7.2小時，工作時數則會僅剩3.8小時。人類生活的更富足、更新奇，需要更強的刺激才有快感。換句話說，就是人們會比現在更容易上癮。我們活在一個基本生存需求獲得充分滿足的時代，用在食、衣、住、行、育、樂的可支配所得、下班後的休閒時間都是如此。然而，生活過度富足本身就是一種壓力源，導致人們成癮、憂鬱、焦慮和自殺的比率上升。各種調查報告都告訴我們，人類比起三十年前，更不快樂、更憂鬱，也更焦慮。令人費解的是，一個國家愈是富有，心理健康治療愈是普及，國民就愈不快樂、憂鬱和焦慮。本書作者蘭布克醫師將這個現象稱為「富足的矛盾」（Plenty Paradox），生活過度豐足讓人們持續暴露在唾手可得的快感之中，導致大腦發生了改變。她提醒我們，當我們在做喜歡的事情的時候，像是追劇、滑手機、打電玩，大腦會釋出少量的多巴胺這種獎勵的神經傳導物質，讓我們感覺到「爽」。但是，神經科學發現在大腦裡，「爽」和「痛」是在同一個區域處理。大腦非常努力地想要維持「爽」和「痛」的平衡。一旦這個翹翹板偏向了某一邊，我們的大腦就會設法倒向另一邊，試圖恢復翹翹板的平衡。DOPAMINE是多巴胺的英文，也是一組英文字首縮寫，書中的每一章都對應DOPANINE裡一個不同的字母，它們分別是：Data（資料）、Objectives（目的）、Problems（問題）、Abstinence and Asceticism（禁慾和苦行）、Mindfulness（正念）、Insight (and Radical Honesty)（病識感［和徹底的誠實］）、Next Steps（下一步），和Experiment（實驗）。本書希望提供「爽痛平衡」的資源，讓每個人都可以從自己做起，協助所有人在這個爽痛拉鋸環境中，找出自己的一條路。蘭布克醫師建議閱讀本書的順序是： 1.第一到第四章讀完並做完所有練習，然後再進行第四章中介紹的多巴胺齋戒； 2.在多巴胺齋戒期間，讀完第五和第六章； 3.在多巴胺齋戒的尾聲，讀完第七章和第八章。她建議讀者，這本實踐篇的任何一個部分，都沒有你必須要去完成的特定時間線，你完全可以自己決定自己的速度。做習題的時候，

本書內容淺顯易懂，各章均有豐富且生活化的案例，引導讀者以最簡單、最容易理解的方式，了解法律對生活各種層面的影響，適合做為大專院校法律通識課程教材。 全書共有11章，第1章介紹憲法，第2到4章闡述行政法、刑事法、民事法，第5到7章探討性別平等與性騷擾、海洋法、勞動基準法與勞動事件法等，第8章介紹與台灣較為相關的東協國家法規，第9到10章討論消費者保護及職業災害相關法律，第11章是綜合的案例探討。 各章先整理法律重點，建立概念，接著進入案例探討，每個案例先帶領讀者釐清案件問題所在，再進一步從法律層面分析此案例是否觸法？以及為何觸法？此外，本書作者擁有豐富的實務經驗，了解社會爭議事件龐雜，也將特殊感人的調解事件予以改編放入案例中，引導讀者深度了解並能應用「訴訟外紛爭解決機制」(Alternative Dispute Resolution, ADR)。尤其是勞資爭議調解，此一免費服務之德政彰顯司法或行政機關體制正向與積極的功能，值得重視與推廣。 章末均有習題，並於書末提供各章習題解答及部分習題解析，不僅適合做為大專院校課程教材，也方便自學讀者。有志參加國考的考生，可藉由本書完全實務面之案例作為引導，結合理論與實務，達到考用合一之成效。 第二版將近年來立法院三讀增修之法律，將部分相關的重要焦點事件納入書中解析，包括：《人口販運防治法》、《入出國移民法》、《家事事件法》、《勞工職業災害保險及保護法》、《洗錢防制法》等，以及Me Too熱潮帶動性平三法修正，並將其修法方向列出，提供讀者完整的最新資訊。

本書特色• 洋洋灑灑的六十篇組詩，史詩般的波瀾壯闊，從移民、離散、國族、族群等，重新譜寫南洋和新加坡華人的民族記憶；並以尋找父親在歷史洪流裡的足跡，反觀與檢視自己的族群、文化身份認同。• 《查無此人》在藝術表現上，採取了篇篇皆無題目的方式，有企圖地發揮詩的無限可能與特性。散文化的句式為詩歌演繹（Performance Poetry，又譯口語詩）提供了更大空間與韌性――不論靜態閱讀、舞台表演，能靜能動，寧願「詩」的力量和影響力能有更深遠的傳播。• 曾國平之作曾經獲得台灣詩學創作獎散文詩佳作獎，台灣「華文現代詩五週年詩獎」正獎，台灣「人間魚詩社年度詩人金像獎」，入圍新加坡文學獎，第四屆「方修文學獎」詩歌優秀獎等等。序●序一／隱藏與悖論◎秀實 晚間枕畔傳來窗外大河的流水聲，我蜷伏床上，想到生平中那些後悔的事。當然我沒有詩人張棗在〈鏡中〉的淒麗華美：「只要想起一生中後悔的事／梅花便落了下來」。我活躍的思維一直在推敲那些後悔的事背後的隱藏部分。窗外的大河，是黃揚河。這個城鎮，叫斗門。我企圖完成一件事，不留下悔疚。 曾國平是新加坡詩人。新加坡小而中國大，日近而長安遠。但詩歌在嚴峻的空間與時間中，並不曾退卻。它壁立著，在迫退空間的局限與時間的流逝。所有寫詩的人，無非都在困迫中詮釋存在，在消失中挑戰遺忘。國平詩〈查無此人〉（以下簡稱〈查〉）是一首長詩，其創作的意圖也正如此。〈查〉約七百行，分為六十節，以雙軌跡進行。我想起台灣名小說家王文興的《家變》。寫父子不和，父親離家出走。小說同樣是雙線發展。兩個時間軸這種垂直書寫，讓小說的發展具有強烈的時間感。內容既寫滄桑浮沉的生命，也寫恩仇共生的親情。王文興以阿拉伯數字標示過去，描述主角范曄成長與家庭變遷，以英文字母標示現在，記述了尋父的經過。這是一個經典級小說的結構。但詩歌畢竟不同，它的特征不在完整的敘事，而是在述說之外的隱藏部分。所謂隱藏，並非是詩人刻意不說。盡，是寫作人不可抵達的文字的局限。小說還好，總有「劇情」存焉。詩則大可不必，詩人追求的並不是「盡」，而是「到」。也則藝術表達的恰如其分。可以說，詩歌是追求隱藏部分較之呈現部份更多的藝術。 詩題〈查〉這個題目充滿「悖論」（paradox）。美國新批評家克利安思・布魯克斯（Cleanth Brooks）說：「科學家的真理要求其語言清除悖論的一切痕跡，詩人要表達的只能用悖論的語言。」

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For centuries, the sorites paradox has spurred philosophers to think and argue about the problem of vagueness. This volume offers a guide to the paradox which is both an accessible survey and an exposition of the state of the art, with a chapter-by-chapter presentation of all of the main solutions to the paradox and of all its main areas of influence. Each chapter offers a gentle introduction to its topic, gradually building up to a final discussion of some open problems. Students will find a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of the paradox, together with lucid explanations of the challenges it continues to raise. Researchers will find exciting new ideas and debates on the paradox.

For centuries, the sorites paradox has spurred philosophers to think and argue about the problem of vagueness. This volume offers a guide to the paradox which is both an accessible survey and an exposition of the state of the art, with a chapter-by-chapter presentation of all of the main solutions to the paradox and of all its main areas of influence. Each chapter offers a gentle introduction to its topic, gradually building up to a final discussion of some open problems. Students will find a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of the paradox, together with lucid explanations of the challenges it continues to raise. Researchers will find exciting new ideas and debates on the paradox.