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Biologist Rob Dunn's Every Little Thing is the story of man's obsessive quest to catalog life, from nanobacteria to new monkeys. In the tradition of E. O. Wilson, this engaging and fascinating work of popular science follows humanity's unending quest to discover every living thing in our natural world-from the unimaginably small in the most inhospitable of places on earth to the unimaginably far away in the unexplored canals on Mars.

For centuries, adventurers and scientists have believed that not only could we delay death but that "practical immortality" was within our reach. Today, many well-respected researchers would be inclined to agree. In a book that is not about anti-aging, but about functional aging--extending your healthy, active life--Dr. Sanjay Gupta blends together compelling stories of the most up-to-date scientific breakthroughs from around the world, with cutting-edge research and advice on achieving practical immortality in this lifetime.

Set off on a unique family journey to New Zealand, a captivating travel narrative that chronicles a family's self-planned exploration of one of the world's most breathtaking destinations. From the undulating hills of the North Island to the grandeur of the South Island's mountains and serene sounds, this book provides a vibrant portrayal of New Zealand's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The book takes you through meticulously planned excursions, including stays at charming Airbnbs, scenic road trips, and thrilling activities such as hiking, kayaking, and bungee jumping. ...

More than 200 million years ago, geological forces split apart the continents. Isolated from each other, the two halves of the world developed radically different suites of plants and animals. When Christopher Columbus set foot in the Americas, he ended that separation at a stroke. Driven by the economic goal of establishing trade with China, he accidentally set off an ecological convulsion as European vessels carried thousands of species to new homes across the oceans.

Both scientific and scriptural information confirm that Light is the source of all things and it was the first manifestation at the beginning of universe, which led to the creation of all other things. By comparing the parallels between scriptural descriptions of light with most recent scientific facts, the author of this book surprisingly made new scientific discoveries, which give a new and better scientific understanding of light.

This is not an anti-aging audiobook. It's a groundbreaking guide to functional aging - extending our healthy and active lives longer than ever thought possible. Practical immortality may be within our grasp, due to cutting-edge scientific research and amazing medical breakthroughs that are coming at an astonishing speed. In Chasing Life, prominent neurosurgeon and medical journalist Sanjay Gupta, MD, blends accounts of discoveries from around the world with advice for optimal health and longevity.

*** 2024 Amazon #1 New Release in Classic Coming of Age Fiction *** A struggling teen confronts his past secrets and hidden desires for a second chance at love and happiness. Nineteen-year-old Kevin Summers returns to his hometown as an unemployed college dropout, broke and nearly homeless. Hoping for a fresh start, he must come to terms with his mistakes before rebuilding his life. The past he's running from isn't finished with him yet. Beneath Kevin's carefully constructed facade lies a storm of guilt, longing, and self-doubt. As he reconnects with old friends and someone new, his past ...

On a chance visit to Plymouth Rock, Tony Horwitz makes an unsettling discovery. A history buff since early childhood, expensively educated at university - a history major, no less! - he's reached middle age with a third-grader's grasp of early America. In fact, he's mislaid more than a century of American history, the period separating Columbus' landing in 1492 from the arrival of English colonists at Jamestown in 16-oh-something. Did nothing happen in between?

PLEASE NOTE: Feel free to read the first two books in the series in any order—they both will work just fine! This is deliberate—both storylines are intertwined, but they do not necessarily impose, which part in the series should be read first. The first human interstellar flight. A terrorist organization working against all sanity. And a terrifying discovery to be made just outside the Solar system. Humanity is working tirelessly at getting ready to travel to the stars and spread its eggs around several cosmic baskets. Julius Cousteau, a long-thought-dead former captain of a failed ...

Sweet Mistakes and Second Chances Ava Walker never got her high school rom-com moment. Dealing with the loss of her mom, she stayed in the shadows, watching Tyler Donovan—the hot, popular guy with a heart of gold—from afar. Fast forward to her mid-20s, and Ava's ready to hit refresh on life. Step one: Master the art of gelato-making in Italy. Step two: Definitely not run into her high school crush. Oops. When Tyler mistakes her for her outgoing sister, Ava faces the ultimate dilemma: Come clean and watch him walk away? Or play along and finally get a taste of what could have been? ...

In the best-selling tradition of Bill Bryson and Tony Horwitz, Rinker Buck's The Oregon Trail is a major work of participatory history: an epic account of traveling the entire 2,000-mile length of the Oregon Trail the old-fashioned way, in a covered wagon with a team of mules - which hasn't been done in a century - that also tells the rich history of the trail, the people who made the migration, and its significance to the country.

Often times, pesky and frustrating symptoms such as weight gain, unwanted hair growth, and acne persist for years unnecessarily, simply because the majority of women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome are left uninformed of all the treatment options at their disposal. And the longer these harmful symptoms persist, the more likely the damage will become permanent!

In 1848 an English physician, Nathaniel Trennant, accepts an offer to serve as doctor on a ship carrying immigrants to America. When arriving in Baltimore, Trennant stumbles onto its slave market and witnesses the horrors of human bondage. One night in a boardinghouse he discovers under his bed a runaway slave. Disturbed and angered by the selling of human lives, he offers to help the young man escape, a criminal action that will put the fugitive slave and physician into flight from both the law and opportunistic slave hunters.

The New Mrs D: An Amazon No1 Best Seller. "After The Midnight Library, The 5th Woman, and Olive, Again... Meet The New Mrs D – The Sharp, Heartfelt and Uplifting Reinvention of a Woman Breaking Free. 'Wine-spittingly, chocolate-chokingly brilliant! Hill is the Tom Sharpe of her era! Genuinely laugh out loud funny with great writing and a plot to keep you hooked. Buy it, read it - but if like me you are of a certain age, do so with an empty bladder." – Amanda Prowse, author of The Idea of You and What Have I Done. Bernice Dando thought she had the perfect honeymoon planned in sunny ...

Unlock the secrets of the elements shaping our modern world with "The Future of Rare Earth Mining." This compelling eBook delves into the essential role rare earth elements play in developing cutting-edge technology, from smartphones to the burgeoning electric vehicle market. Discover the intricate journey of these elements, from their geological origins to their pivotal position in global supply chains. Every page of this guide offers deep insights into traditional and innovative extraction techniques, highlighting the scientific underpinnings and advanced technologies reshaping the field....

Discover the transformative journey of self-reinvention with New Beginnings, a captivating guide that leads you through the powerful process of starting over. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, requiring us to embrace change and craft new narratives. Whether you're navigating a career shift, personal transformation, or seeking fresh perspectives, this book illuminates the path to reinventing yourself, wherever life takes you. Begin with understanding the concept of reinvention and explore what it truly means to start over. Each chapter delves deeper into the emotional and ...

This book interweaves two narratives. The first treats the Royal Navy's Arctic Overland Expedition of 1819, a harbinger-misadventure during which Franklin rejected the advice of Dene and Metis leaders and lost eleven of his twenty-one men. The second discovers a startling new answer to that greatest of Arctic mysteries: what was the root cause of the catastrophe that engulfed Franklin's last expedition?

Secrets, lies, and misunderstandings - after 65 million years, has it all come down to this? Gerry is determined to cross the treacherous waters of Lake Origin and continue his hunt for the remaining Mosasaurs, a group of aquatic dinosaurs that have captured his scientific heart. His reputation, his credibility, and his future career rest on the outcome of this venture, and he is committed to the idea that this is a chance to not only rescue his dreams but also prove to himself that for once he can finish what he has started. However, he should have known by now that smooth sailing doesn't ...

New Continent is an action-packed military Sci-Fi thriller. This real-time futuristic adventure is both a space opera and a hard science fiction novel. Join the crew of the New Continent as they race against time that is waged in this annihilated world where microbiological investigations, encrypted messages, and space battles intertwine with the epic fast action scenes of a marine platoon. Follow the trail of deadly bacteria and alien attacks of the past. The New Continent, the only remaining starship in the fleet, was somehow lost in the galaxy for over five centuries. Approaching the ...

When I set off for Australia, I had no idea what I would find. There were moments of pure joy, times of struggle, and situations that, looking back, were downright ridiculous. Through it all, I found something I hadn't even realized I was looking for. As a teenager, I watched Australia's Bicentennial celebrations and felt something click. I didn't just want to visit—I needed to go. Over a decade later, after university and a stressful first job, I finally made it happen. I packed my bags, left everything familiar behind, and entered a year of the unknown. Inside, you'll find: • ...