A Guide to Humans

A sweeping examination of the current state of artificial intelligence and how it is remaking our worldNo recent scientific enterprise has proved as alluring, terrifying, and filled with extravagant p

'This book is truly exceptional. Applying science to the problems of human relationships, the perils of perfectionism and the pitfalls of social etiquette, Millie has written a joyous, funny and hugely insightful text for all of us - whether neurotypical or neurodiverse. This 'outsiders guide to the human race' is warm, witty and a joy to read.' Prof Gina Rippon, Cognitive neuroscientist/autism researcher and author of The Gendered Brain.Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of eight, Camilla Pang struggled to understand the world around her and the way people worked. Desperate for a solution, Camilla asked her mother if there was an instruction manual for humans that she could consult. But, without the blueprint to life she was hoping for, Camilla began to create her own.Now armed with a PhD in biochemistry, Camilla dismantles our obscure social customs and identifies what it really means to be human using her unique expertise and a language she knows best: science. Throu

Amina Khan believes that nature does it best. In Adapt, she presents fascinating examples of how nature effortlessly solves the problems that humans attempt to solve with decades worth of the latest and greatest technologies, time, and money. Humans are animals too, and animals are incredibly good at doing more with less. If a fly’s eye can see without hundreds of fancy lenses, and termite mounds can stay cool in the desert without air conditioning, it stands to reason that nature can teach us a thing or two about sustainable technology and innovation. In Khan’s accessible voice, these complex concepts are made simple. There is so much we humans can learn from nature’s billions of years of productive and efficient evolutionary experience. This field is growing rapidly and everyone from architects to biologists to nano-technicians to engineers are paying attention. Results from the simplest tasks, creating velcro to mimic the sticking power of a burr, to the more complex like maximizing

Passions and tensions run high in the latest scandalous Birch Hall romance from the author ofA Lady’s Guide to Ruin. Even men of great certainty can be completely clueless when it comes to matter

For courses in first-year composition and rhetoric. A refreshing new choice that addresses writing in all college-level coursesA Guide to College Writing is both an excellent introduction to col

There is one star in the sky that shines brighter than the rest. It's where our wishes go when we send them out into the universe... and it's called Starland. This is where the Star Darlings live -- t

What does a dog know about living life? As this wise and warm book explains, Moose understood quite a lot: from "Love Unconditionally" (I'm not always in the best mood....but that ne

Olivia explains what being a good friend is all about in this 8x8 storybook with stickers!What makes someone a good friend? Find out from the best best friend around: Olivia! Olivia loves baking cooki

The New York Times bestselling book of simple rules everyone should follow in order to live a long, healthy life, featuring illustrations throughout, from the author of The End of Illness.In his inter

This fifth edition of Dr. Kristi Kanel's A GUIDE TO CRISIS INTERVENTION covers the fundamentals of situational and developmental crises, how they occur, and how they have been managed since the 1940s.

Regarding humans unfavorably upon arriving on Earth, a reluctant extraterrestrial assumes the identity of a Cambridge mathematician before realizing that there is more to the human race than he suspec

The critically acclaimed author of The Radleys shares a clever, heartwarming, and darkly insightful novel about an alien who comes to Earth to save humans from themselves. The bestselling, award-winn

Develop compelling character arcs using the power of myth! In the best novels, characters undergo dramatic changes that keep readers turning pages. A Writer's Guide to Characterization shows you how t

Newly updated throughout, and now covering 118 elements, this crystal-clear guide to the periodic table illuminates the basic concepts of chemistry as it traces the history and development of our know

All of London is abuzz with the return of the utterly alluring, recently widowed Diane Benchley. Will she remarry? What will she do with her late husband’s fortune? Sociey is shocked by her announceme

So, you want to be a wizard?How do you make a magic wand? Why does a wizard wear robes? What goes into a potion of invisibility? Arch Mage Lowadar invites you to join his school for talented young wiz

Heraldry, the study of family crests and medieval coats of arms, is a science and art steeped in the tradition of familial honor and shaped by strong cords of ancestry and origin. Here Arthur Charles

This lavishly illustrated guide showcases the wide array of fantastic dragons encountered on the world of Krynn. Sindri Suncatcher–wizard’s apprentice–opens up his personal notebooks to share his know

From the dazzling orange of a Canada Lily to the sunshine yellow of a Prickly-pear, coloring your own field guide is the most enjoable way to learn about wildflowers. Each drawing is accompanied by a

Deep in the Trolberg Library is a book that tells of Trolberg and its Trolbergian inhabitants. Take a tour of the city, and learn about its secrets from Hilda herself. Welcome to Trolberg! Whether you're a local searching for a new favourite haunt or a budding first-time visitor hoping to experience the spirit of the city, this guide is a must-read for all explorers of Trolberg, the wilderness, and beyond. Full of handy maps of must-visit locations, top tips for wilderness exploring, and Hilda's very own step-by-step guide to summoning water spirits, you'll soon uncover the charm of this ancient city, a place with history built into every beam and brick.

Children love their pets very much and when the animals die, that loss can be hard to process. The End of Something Wonderful helps kids handle their feelings when they re hurting and can t find all t

An uplifting and optimistic guide to navigating the ups and downs of teen years and preparing for adulthood.Author Nicola Morgan is an international expert on teen development and mental health. Durin

Featuring over 40 chocolate makers from across the globe and laden with beautiful photographs, Dark Chocolate is a comprehensive go-to guide for all dark chocolate connoisseurs.

For the first time, a lavishly illustrated book shows how traditional handmade rugs and carpets have become vehicles for contemporary trends and used in interior design and home decoration. The author

In this funny picture book, bestselling illustrator Henry Cole shows kids different ways to be kind with his hysterical cartoon animal characters.Each page features a different way to be a good person

A second book in the Rocliffe Notes series, formed from questions from newer filmmakers. This is a practical compendium for screenwriters and filmmakers in the form of notes and opinions. These provid

Herbs have been used for centuries to treat major and minor ailments, and as people seek more natural approaches to health, herbal remedies have become the most popular modern form of alternative medi

From psychologist and children’s friendships expert Eileen Kennedy-Moore and parenting and health writer Christine McLaughlin comes a social development primer that gives kids the answers they n

An exciting new volume based on Henry Siddons’ illustrated guidebook for actors, originally published in 1807. The book includes 36 illustrations of contemporary actors reinterpreting gestures from th

Chrissie Wellington, the world's number one female Ironman athlete and four-time World Ironman Champion, presents her struggles, wisdom, and experiences gained from her hard-won career as a triathlete

The experts from Food & Wine's popular Gastronaut column outline recommendations for mastering basic foods, providing recipes at advancing levels of expertise as instructed by such culinary stars as J

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CultureShock! Myanmar is a survival guide for anyone living, working or wanting to discover life in the emerging country. Insights into the people and their culture and traditions Advice on adapting t

In this new edition of his best-selling classic, Wiley Blevins outlines the most recent brain research, 7 key characteristics of strong phonics instruction, and powerful instructional routines for acc

Discover the wonders of science with the kids at Elmore Junior High!Class is in session with Professor Gumball in this one-of-a-kind guide to all things scientific. Join Gumball, Darwin, Anais, Miss S

Over three and a half decades, Ted Conover has ridden the rails with hoboes, crossed the border with Mexican immigrants, guarded prisoners in Sing Sing, and inspected meat for the USDA. His books and

Pictograms and icons are a keystone of nonverbal and multicultural communication. But what precisely are pictograms, and when is it appropriate to use them? What are their advantages? What rules must