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"You can love a dog so much, but you can never love them as much as you will miss them." A witty, heart-warming, and touching tale of a man, and man's best friend, brought together by a moment of fate. The Life and Adventures of Bert will make you smile, laugh, and shed a tear. This irresistibly charming memoir captures hearts and imaginations as we experience Bert's life from escaping a wretched existence, forming unbreakable loving bonds, to becoming one of Twitter's most loved dogs. You'll love this life-affirming book about an ordinary dog from humble beginnings because the love of a ...

Finalist in the Business Book of the Year 2024 awards! The CPO role has finally taken its rightful place on the Executive Committee and people management is recognised as a true differentiator of success for modern organisations. However, CPOs face a challenge. In a world of increasing regulation and litigation, and with greater expectations than ever of how organisations should support their people, the role risks being overwhelmed. Managers are drowning under the weight of people-related tasks, while staff demand ever more from their workplace. CEOs and Boards need everything done ...

Twenty years ago, Alvin Toffler coined the term "future shock" – a syndrome in which people are overwhelmed by the future. Past Shock suggests that events which happened thousands of years ago strongly impact humanity today. New evidence in the fields of biology, genetics, anthropology, archaeology, astronomy and other sciences has begun to confirm the theory that technologically advanced beings may have in fact created and/or manipulated us in the ancient past. They called themselves gods. Barranger refers to these gods as the "pretender gods" because they demanded to be worshiped when ...

"AI Debates John Searle" is a groundbreaking exploration into the intersection of artificial intelligence and philosophy, featuring a series of simulated debates between one of the most renowned philosophers of the modern era, Dr. John Searle, and a state-of-the-art AI model. Authored by Richard Aragon, this thought-provoking book is part of the acclaimed 'AI Debates' series, where real AI models engage with history’s greatest thinkers on topics that define the future of AI and modern society. In this volume, readers are taken on a journey through some of the most profound questions ...

Martial Science and the Myth of Superhuman Skill A Modern Breakdown of Ancient Tricks, Sensory Manipulation, and True Body Mechanics by Sky Benson Is there really such a thing as a no-touch knockout? Can Chi energy move people without contact? Are pressure point knockouts actually real? The legends of martial arts are filled with mystique—but this book reveals the truth behind the myth. In Martial Science and the Myth of Superhuman Skill, master instructor and biomechanics expert Sky Benson unpacks the world’s most mysterious martial feats and explains them using real science: physics, ...

Dive into a world where love is universal, but trust is not. Desperation led Emma to sign up, but did she trade her earthly troubles for something more perilous... or serendipitous? Escaping a stagnant life on Earth, she leaps at a chance for something more—fruit, food, water, sunshine, and a new start on an intergalactic stage. As she steps off the spacecraft, the otherworldly vista isn't the only thing that grasps her attention. Shimmering scales adorn a broad chest and silver eyes lock onto hers, paralyzing her with their mysterious depths. The purple-skinned alien before her is ...

In a race against a killer, can two desperate parents save their daughter before time runs out? The Body Clock is ticking. Maggie Connor will do whatever it takes to find her missing daughter, but what if that means working alongside the husband she “buried” seventeen years earlier? In order to save his family, Will faked his own death, and he’ll stop at nothing to bring his daughter home now. Maggie and Will’s reunion ignites an undeniable anger—and an unmistakable passion—but will they find the killer before it’s too late? If you love fast-paced romantic suspense, you’ll ...

The Simple Side of Human Resource Management Managing People Should Not Be Difficult, Boring or Scary Learn how to understand some of the more complex aspects of human resource management in a simpler context. If you are interested in understanding human resource management in greater detail, but you are just not in the mood for those stale academic written, hard to understand, boring textbooks, then this book is just for you. If you are simply looking for additional information and wish to supplement your existing knowledge on human resource management, well then this book is for you. For ...

Have you ever been manipulated or seduced? Would you like to learn more about how it works and never make the same mistake again? This book introduces the reader to a novel outlook on human nature. It suggests, with examples, how behavioral techniques that are mostly associated with psychopathic and narcissistic behavior are not necessarily always evil but, in fact, ride on an axis of motive and intent. By explaining Dark Psychology and the personality types and disorders linked to this theory, the reader will learn about different ethical application levels that can be connected and ...

COMPUTATIONAL LINGUISTICS AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE --- This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between artificial intelligence (AI), natural language processing (NLP), and computational linguistics, providing an in-depth analysis of their impact across various domains. It gets into the challenges of developing NLP tools for low-resource languages, emphasizing the need for linguistic diversity in the digital age. Ethical considerations in AI language models are scrutinized, highlighting the importance of responsible AI development. The book also addresses the ...

Moving to Phoenix Rising is everything Mounty said it would be. Pres or Cort is just like his uncle with the Badass vision and weird insight. Ranger couldn’t be happier with his new home and job. With Pres ordering choppers, Ranger is in his element. The perfect job, Brothers that believe in Badass and beautiful weather. If he could find a way to get some time with Freedom, life would be perfect. Hade doesn’t seem to agree and tries to stop Freedom and Ranger from being together. Unfortunately, Cort got caught in the crossfire. This book starts from the last page of Benga’s Rise. BSC ...

From going to middle school with the astronaut’s kids, to covering the Apollo 11, 12, 13, & 15 missions onsite at the Manned Spacecraft Center with the news media, to a 42 year career with NASA (spent at JSC, KSC, & NASA HQS), followed by serving as an officer on the NASA Alumni League-JSC Board of Directors, Herb Baker has spent most of his life involved with NASA, supporting the Space Shuttle, ISS, Constellation, and Orion Programs as well as Flight Operations, including support to the Astronaut Office. From the Apollo missions to the groundbreaking Artemis program that aims to return ...

I’ve spent my life surrounded by precious stones. I understand the cut of a diamond better than the contours of a human heart. So when a brooding stranger named Maximilian shows up, demanding my help to hunt down the legendary "Tears of the Queen," my instincts scream run. But Max is persistent, and his desperation is palpable. He’s not chasing fairy tales. He’s chasing a power that could enslave the world if it falls into the wrong hands. I should say no. I should stay in my quiet, glittering world. But there’s something in his eyes that pulls me in—something ancient, something ...

Our mate bonds are unbreakable, but even fate demands a price Fresh out of a messy divorce and stuck in a dead-end office job, my thirties are looking pretty dreary. But when a handsome man shrouded in mystery claims he’s one of my fated mates, my life is forever changed. Sunder treats me like I’m a punishment from the Gods. Yet when he touches me, the power flowing between us leaves me breathless. There’s something changing behind his broody glare. My skin burns white hot when his arms wrap around me, and it’s not just the magic we share. Bobble, my treasured housecat, is more than...

A schizophrenic teenage girl’s manic one-sided romantic obsession with a hog faced poet leads her down a path of confusion and paranoia; while she attempts to seek enlightenment and answers to her ever evolving state of mind, it feels to her, the people in her life will do anything to stop her journey towards becoming illuminated to the mysteries of the universe. Drugs! Angst! Hospitalization! Suicide! Mental Isolation! Poetry and Pig Parts! Ah so is love. In the case file, Ashley reported hearing voices as early as eight years old. The same year her birth mother tried to drown her in a ...

Are you ready for the warzones of tomorrow? Have you always been fascinated about the future of warfare? Do you want to discover the cutting-edge technology and strategies that will shape the way we solve conflicts? Offering an engaging and illuminating glimpse into the future of warfare across the world’s land, sky, and sea, Humans, Machines, and Data delves into the latest military and scientific technology to explore how these advancements will impact the way nations conduct war. Covering human biotech, robotics, and even big data, you will also discover how broader social and ...

This book is great for beginners or those new to the subject matter. It is a descriptive and exemplary analysis of human resource management systems used in organizations. It shows how employees and employers interact in real-world situations in order to meet organizational goals. People interested in human resource management in workplaces will benefit from reading this book.

Although written primarily for the middle management of a business firm, this handbook is equally useful for the senior executives belonging to the public or private sector or even Not for Profit Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). It is also meant for those who have read economics in their academic career but have forgotten the financial concepts and terms after they joined the service. As the business knowledge and experience are size neutral, those owning or working in SMEs will find it equally suitable and useful. After thoroughly reading this book, you should be able to understand ...

The Perfect Humans Imperfection delves into the realm of satirical philosophical fiction, exploring the quirks and contradictions inherent in humanity. This book invites readers into a world where humor and deep reflection intertwine, often presenting seemingly out-of-place comedic moments in its early chapters. While it may initially appear to veer towards the absurd, the narrative unfolds with a purpose beyond mere entertainment. This is not a theological or religious tome but rather a thought-provoking journey that carries a profound message beneath its satirical veneer. As the story ...

When the past whispers secrets, two strangers must listen to save the future. Immerse yourself in a gripping thriller where historian Angus Cunningham and Detective Jackie Moralez join forces to unravel a sinister mystery. Two teenagers disappear from the state fair, leading to a harrowing investigation into a centuries-old ritual sacrifice plot. Experience the rush as Angus’s deep historical insights and Jackie’s intense police work collide, racing against time to save the victims from a dark fate. Brace yourself for a whirlwind of suspense and unexpected twists.