Social Evolution

In a new approach to interdisciplinary literary theory, Literature, Analytically Speaking integrates literary studies with analytic aesthetics, girded by neo-Darwinian evolution. Scrutinizing narrative fiction through a lens provided by analytic philosophy, revered literary theorist Peter Swirski puts new life into literary theory while fashioning a set of practical guidelines for critics in the interpretive trenches.

In this ambitious book, Jieun Kiaer explores the lives of English words in the twenty-first century, when the creation and use of language has become an increasingly dynamic, interactive, and diverse process in which ordinary people have taken leading roles—offering such coinages as "flexitarian," "MeToo," "glow up," and "shitizen" to "No sabo kids" and beyond. As English language grows ever more diverse, Kiaer believes, we need a paradigm shift.

Locus of Authority argues that every issue facing today's colleges and universities, from stagnant degree completion rates to worrisome cost increases, is exacerbated by a century-old system of governance that desperately requires change. While prior studies have focused on boards of trustees and presidents, few have looked at the place of faculty within the governance system.

Whether it’s playing through blockbuster-esque adventures, diving deep into hidden bits of story and lore, or building relationships that change the fate of the world itself, video games are bringing stories to life in ways that are immediate, interactive, and immersive. Focusing on some of the best and most memorable experiences in gaming, The Greatest Stories Ever Played examines the relationship between gaming and storytelling in a new way.

Looking to delve deeper into the history of the Balkans? This insightful book explores the complex factors that have led to the region's ongoing conflict and division.

Breathtaking, brilliant and passionate, these essays, journalism, lectures and letters make an unanswerable case for the wonder of scientific discovery and its power to stir the imagination; for the practical necessity of scientific endeavour to society; and for the importance of the scientific way of thinking – particularly in today’s ‘post-truth’ world.

Five years ago, I asked myself: Was I living or just existing? This led me on a journey of deep research and discovery, both of the outer world around me and my own inner world. I realized a lack of understanding leads to a lack of fulfillment and purpose in life, so this audiobook is an honest assessment of hard-hitting questions about beliefs and traditions we as a species have held for eons.

Are humans close to living forever? With advances in medicine and new therapies that prolong life expectancy, we are on track to make aging even more manageable. This new entry in the exciting Alice in Futureland series explores both the science and cultural impulse behind extending lifespans, and the numerous ways the quest for eternity forces us to reevaluate what it means to be human. Some experts believe that we haven’t fully realized our true human potential, and we are about to embark on an extraordinary evolutionary shift.

Real persuasive power comes from focusing on creating context to fit the argument and audience. Communication and logic skills are a great power. You may think it’s only for those with the gift of gab or the highest IQs, but you don’t need to be a genius to learn.

With the ongoing advancement of AI and other technologies, our world is becoming increasingly intelligent. From chatbots to innovations in brain-computer interfaces to the possibility of superintelligences leading to the Singularity later this century, our reality is being transformed before our eyes. This is commonly seen as the natural result of progress, but what if there's more to it than that? What if intelligence is an inevitability, an underlying property of the universe?

Do not doubt your skills and accomplishments. You worked hard for what you have accomplished. Life employs you to continue adapting and evolving. This is the time to repackage yourself and reemerge into your confident, happy, and successful self. This book is about The Second Draft of you.

Embark on a journey through the virtual fairways with 'Driving the Digital Links: Exploring the Evolution of YouTube Golf' by Sandy Fairway. This engrossing guide takes you through the birth, growth, and impact of golf content on YouTube, painting a vibrant picture of a game transformed by digital media. 'Driving the Digital Links' delves into the emergence and rise in popularity of YouTube golf. It offers insights into the pioneering content creators, the shifting trends in golf content, and the future of the game in the digital era. 🔸 Explore the intriguing history and rise of YouTube ...

La femme est-elle l'avenir de l'homme ? Au présent, elle a du mal à se faire entendre sans élever la voix... Qu'en était-il dans le passé ? Paléoanthropologue, Pascal Picq enquête ici sur la femme des origines. Dans ce livre audio, il ne se contente pas de présenter ce que l'on sait des rapports entre hommes et femmes dans les premières sociétés humaines, il entend placer l'histoire et la préhistoire humaines dans la perspective de l'évolution.

The polyvagal theory is a hypothesis that places that the vagus nerve is interconnected with and is sensitive to affect the flow from the body toward the brain. This audiobook, which should be considered as a valuable book of reference that will help the listeners have an in-depth understanding of the polyvagal theory, will make you understand that humans have physical reactions, such as cardiac and digestive changes associated with their facial expressions.

Il y a environ 4 000 millions d'années, la vie est apparue sur la Terre. Mais quelle est l'histoire de son évolution ? La vie était-elle inévitable ? La race humaine, telle que nous la connaissons, était-elle prévisible ? Quels autres êtres intelligents auraient pu la remplacer ? À partir de questionnements comme ceux-ci et des réponses scientifiques qui existent déjà, Juan Luis Arsuaga nous présente les découvertes-clés de la théorie de l'évolution et nous élève vers un questionnement plus vaste encore : pourquoi sommes-nous ici ?

**Unleash Your True Potential with "Unwinding the Spiral" – Your Transformational Guide to Mastering Habits!** Dive into the mesmerizing journey of self-discovery and harness the transformative power of habits with "Unwinding the Spiral". This revolutionary eBook is your ultimate manual to understanding and reshaping your habit loops, bringing about lasting change that echoes through every aspect of your life. Embark on an explorative adventure starting with the unveiling of the Habit Loop. Discover the intricate science behind habit formation, the profound role of triggers and rewards, ...

Welcome to "A History Of Modesty: Why Are We Ashamed?" - a thought-provoking yet humorous exploration of the concept of modesty. This isn't your typical dry history book. It's a witty, engaging dive into how our societal norms, cultural contexts, and personal beliefs have shaped the way we perceive and feel about our 'private' parts. Spanning from the days of Adam and Eve to the rise of the digital age, this book illuminates the fascinating transformations of body covering norms across cultures and centuries. Ever wondered how Victorian corsets came to be, or what nudists have to say about ...

Science is in trouble. Real questions in desperate need of answers—especially those surrounding ethnicity, gender, climate change, and almost anything related to “health and safety”—are swiftly buckling to the fiery societal demands of what ought to be rather than what is. Can true, fact-based discovery be redeemed? In Science in an Age of Unreason, legendary professor of psychology and biology, John Staddon, unveils the identity crisis afflicting today’s scientific community, and provides an actionable path to recovery.

This classic essay from Jon Krakauer is now available as an unabridged audiobook download. This essay is also included in the Classic Krakauer collection. From the best-selling author of Missoula and Into the Wild: a selection of the singular investigative journalism that made Krakauer famous, covering topics from avalanches on Mt. Everest to a volcano in Washington state; from a wilderness therapy program for teens to an extraordinary cave in New Mexico so unearthly that is used by NASA to better understand Mars.

Over the past 100 years, gulls have been brought ashore by modernity. They now live not only on the coasts, but in our slipstream following trawlers, barges, and garbage trucks. They are more our contemporaries than most birds, living their wild lives among us in towns and cities. In many ways, they live as we do, walking the built-up world and grabbing a bite where they can. Yet this disturbs us. We’ve started fearing gulls for getting good at being among us. We see them as scavengers, not entrepreneurs; oceangoing aliens, not refugees.