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Although it is among the oldest of market institutions, the auction is ubiquitous in today's economy, used for everything from government procurement to selling advertising on the Internet to course assignment at MIT's Sloan School. Yet beyond the small number of economists who specialize in the subject, few people understand how auctions really work. This concise, accessible, and engaging book explains both the theory and the practice of auctions.

Maybe it was a viral pandemic or an asteroid strike or perhaps nuclear war. Whatever the cause, the world as we know it has ended, and you and the other survivors must start again. What key knowledge would you need to start rebuilding civilisation from scratch? Once you’ve scavenged what you can, how do you begin producing the essentials? How do you grow food, generate power, prepare medicines, or get metal out of rocks? Could you avert another Dark Ages or take shortcuts to accelerate redevelopment?

I'm thrilled to take you on a journey through 30 captivating topics that will tickle your brain and spark your curiosity. From exploring the evolution of imagination to examining the challenges faced by various species in their interactions with humans, this book covers a wide range of fascinating subjects. We'll delve into the world of presidential elections, comparing the unique circumstances of the 1820, 1920, and 2020 races. We'll also explore the changing face of immigration to the United States across different eras, from 1800 to 2000. The book investigates the benefits of higher ...

“On Vampires: A Historical, Occult, and Paranormal Perspective” is an enthralling exploration into the dark and often misunderstood world of vampires. This comprehensive book delves deep into the origins and evolution of vampire lore from ancient myths to modern-day representations, providing readers with a detailed understanding of how these creatures have been viewed through various lenses of history, occult practices, and paranormal studies. Authored by a seasoned expert in supernatural folklore, the book begins with an examination of vampire myths in ancient civilizations, tracing ...

O curso traz seis clássicos ocidentais que mostram como a literatura é um caminho de investigação sobre o humano. Boas histórias ou poemas são capazes de nos conquistar pelo coração ao nos revelarem aspectos de nós mesmos que, não obstante sua centralidade—ou talvez, por causa dela—resistem à sua tradução em palavras. Ao transportarem o ouvinte para os dramas e dilemas das personagens, a literatura é capaz de tratar dos principais desejos (e angústias), como a busca pela felicidade e por um sentido para a vida.

What strange household appliance inspired one of the first pairs of Nike sneakers? The co-founder of Nike, Bill Bowerman, was not only a legendary track and field coach, but also a great inventor. While looking for a way to make shoes faster, he was inspired by a particular household appliance....

A stimulating and inviting tour of modern economics centered on the story of one of its most important breakthroughs. In 1980, the twenty-four-year-old graduate student Paul Romer tackled one of the oldest puzzles in economics. Eight years later he solved it.

All Loves Excelling is John Bunyan's sermon on Ephesians 3:18-19: "That ye...may be able to comprehend with all saints, what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; and to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge." It was first titled The Saints' Knowledge of Christ's Love, is worthy of being ranked alongside Sibbes, and deals with a much neglected subject area.

Book description: The Evolution of Intelligence: The Interplay Between Human and Artificial Minds is a groundbreaking exploration of how intelligence—both human and artificial—has evolved, converged, and shaped the world as we know it. This book takes readers on a journey through the history of human cognition, key milestones in artificial intelligence, and the profound societal shifts they’ve triggered. In an age where AI is revolutionizing industries, education, and daily life, this book delves into the ethical, practical, and philosophical questions that arise. From the roots of ...

Welcome to "Fascinating Stuff that will Tickle your Brain"! In this book, which is part of my 50-volume "Get Smarter One Book at a Time" series, I take you on a captivating journey through 30 intriguing topics spanning science, nature, history, and the mysteries of the mind. Throughout these pages, we'll explore the remarkable communication systems of ants, uncover the learning process of freshwater otters, and discover the age-old struggle between predator and prey, like wild goats evading their fast pursuers. We'll also travel back in time to examine the roles and challenges faced by ...

A detailed look into ancient advanced technology, science, and medicine - some of which has yet to be reproduced today.

Grandmaster Chan represents the sixth generation of the Wah Lum Kung Fu system and has over 60 years of martial arts experience. He has instructed thousands of students and has schools throughout the world. Grandmaster Chan has appeared on national television in Discovery Channel’s Secret of the Warrior’s Power and in ESPN.

How much water do the Great Lakes contain? Who were the first and last men killed in the Civil War? How long is a New York minute? What are the lost plays of Shakespeare? What building did Elvis leave last? Get the answers to these and countless other vexing questions in All Facts Considered. Guaranteed to enlighten even the most seasoned trivia buff, this treasure trove of "who knew?" factoids spans a wide range of intriguing subjects.

Some truths are buried for a reason. Some names should never be spoken. A historian uncovers an erased Surah hidden deep in ancient Islamic texts—one that speaks of a 19th Zabaniyya, a guardian who was exiled for showing mercy. Her discovery should have been impossible. The text should not exist. And yet, the moment she speaks the lost name aloud, reality begins to fracture. Time glitches. The city bends. Strangers look at her as if they have always known her. The deeper she digs, the more she realizes—she isn’t just uncovering history. She is history. A shadowed past clawing its way ...

Robbie Parsons is one of London's finest, a black cab driver who knows the city by heart. In his backseat is a man with a gun in his hand - a man who brazenly committed a crime in front of the Artemis Club then jumped in and ordered Parsons to drive. As the criminal eventually escapes to Nairobi, Detective Superintendent Richard Jury comes across the case. He knew one of the victims, a professor of astrophysics and an expert gambler. Feeling personally affronted, Jury enlists his whole gang of merry characters to contend with a case that involves Tanzanian gem mines, a closed Reno casino, and a hidden pub.

PAST LIVES: a catalogue of reoccurring dreams that have surfaced for year after year after many years. Dreams that are linked through time, during the most extraordinary times – and the more extraordinary, mostly forgotten, people. Yet it is people who make history. This is the 21st century. The logic part of me says these are just dreams, just imaginations firing through common neurons through my active brain, finding linkages between the dreams simply because of common pathways. The other part of me, that deep human part of me, asks the question … what if? What if this is something ...

A ascensão e queda de grandes impérios são parte da história humana, mas já há algum tempo que eles não se assentam mais sobre uma única figura ou bandeira, senão em projetos de alianças e interesses que podem culminar em acordos ou guerras. O curso dá uma volta ao mundo, apresentando questões como o protagonismo chinês, a potência estadunidense, as potencialidades da América Latina e da África entre seus futuros e passados, a União Europeia em sua terceira década e o papel da Rússia no xadrez global.

As a lifelong learner fascinated by the myriad wonders of our world, I've always been driven by an insatiable curiosity to understand more. This book is a culmination of that curiosity, offering 30 diverse chapters that explore a wide range of scientific and thought-provoking topics. From the intricacies of spider web construction to the potential future of AI-assisted mindfulness meditation, each chapter delves into a unique area of interest. In creating this book, I harnessed the power of AI chatbots to sift through the vast ocean of information available on the Internet. These advanced ...

I was in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam. 1968. The Viet Cong had successfully ambushed every other US and South Vietnamese military unit. We were next. I had been to Ranger School and had learned all about ambushes (that is what Rangers do!). My men and I set up convoy procedures to protect ourselves. It worked, and the enemy grew so frustrated at their inability to ambush my daily convoy that they placed a bounty on my head. I was the only US Army officer within 50 miles to have this dubious distinction. But it served as a great reminder that our defense against ambushes was working. And we ...

Opening with the notorious bonfires of 'un-German' and Jewish literature in 1933 that offered such a clear signal of Nazi intentions, Burning the Books takes us on a 3,000-year journey through the destruction of knowledge and the fight against all the odds to preserve it. Richard Ovenden, director of the world-famous Bodleian Library, explains how attacks on libraries and archives have been a feature of history since ancient times but have increased in frequency and intensity during the modern era.