Virtual Human

Well, well, well, look at us, the human species, aren't we just the most fascinating and complex beings on this planet? From our ability to create intricate societies and build complex technologies to our capacity for love, empathy, and creativity, we really are something else. In this book, we will take a closer look at what makes us so special, and I promise, it won't just be because we have opposable thumbs. We will explore our cognitive abilities, which include advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to think abstractly, all while trying not to get too distracted by cat videos ...

Are you ready to embrace secrets for adding decades to you lifespan? Imagine the impact of gaining a set of extra vibrant years, filled with memories, knowledge, and purpose. Join us on an incredible journey with "IMMORTALITY – The Human quest for Eternal Life." This exciting book takes you on a fascinating adventure, uncovering the mysteries of everlasting life. Get ready to be captivated by extraordinary stories of individuals who defied the limits of time itself, from ancient legends to real-life heroes. Explore the past, present, and future of longevity research as we delve into the ...

This book explores the question: What drives human history, great men or cultural forces?

People have stopped shopping in the ways we've all been used to, and the next few years will see further dramatic changes as many humans stop shopping altogether - opting instead to let algorithms make their purchase decisions for them.Retailers and brands, still reeling from the growth of online shopping, face another onslaught of change. Macro trends such as sustainability, rental and second-hand are challenging the established ways of doing business. Empowered and impatient consumers are more demanding than ever. Shopping is no longer about stores or even web sites - a simple voice ...

Science Fiction Stories 6 by Various Authors is a captivating anthology of science fiction short stories that transport readers to extraordinary realms, exploring dystopian futures, post-apocalyptic landscapes, and thrilling adventures in space. Discover the Unknown Join Mitch in "Balanced Odds" as he navigates a futuristic world filled with danger and unexpected alliances. Embark on a perilous journey "Beyond Mars" with Timmons, a salesman exploring the inhabited planets and moons. Experience the haunting "Nightmares Above," where the line between reality and dreams blurs in a world above ...

Who will pay the price for waking sleeping giants? When Gabe’s cousin, John, is kidnapped by Russians, he and his friends jump into action. Volkov is back and behind the kidnapping. He has his men looking into a massive burial mound on John’s property and is willing to do anything to learn about it—including torturing John to near death. In over their heads, Gabe and April go to their friend Heather, head of security of Parcelsus, for help. It seems Volkov has his eyes on the prize and won’t stop until he claims it. Soon, the trio finds themselves traversing the world while John ...

There are orcs in the Idaho wilderness. Dorir and Jarkat, two alpha orcs, have a history of loss. Five years ago, they both loved an omega. As they fought for the right to have him as a mate, violence stole him away from both of them. Now, in our world, they have vowed that they will never fight over an omega again. Peter is a human omega, kidnapped by omega traffickers. Escaping will lead him straight into the arms of the orc warriors. Alpha Orcs Dorir and Jarkat is an instalove sweet and spicy m/m/m orc mpreg romance, with male pregnancy, no cheating, and a HEA. Around 10,000 words, or ...

Originally published as Bloody Paws (see 4.2 rating from 154 readers) Veterinarian Jim Briggs, a man haunted by his mother's dying wish, has dedicated his life to caring for Portland's strays. With his inheritance and a growing network of wealthy clients, he's turned his passion into a thriving mobile canine care service, "Have Paws—Will Travel." But beneath the veneer of his philanthropic work, a sinister secret lurks. As six homeless people vanish without a trace, Briggs, the owner of a pet crematory with access to euthanasia drugs, finds himself at the center of a chilling ...

From the International Best Selling Author, THE BLOODLINE DAGGER SERIES is a reader favorite and this sensational novel is the first in the series… Being immortal is overrated. I was eager for the end when I found the perfect wife to become heir to my fortune. Without children, my inheritance will ignite a war among the remaining vampire lords. I’ve existed for five centuries and every extra day torments me. Only the Bloodline Dagger will give me peace. Seven exist worldwide, and I know the location of one. But only a human can wield it. Luckily, my sunshine girl is willing to sign my ...

What you have now on your screen is not a course on the medicinal uses of Aloe Vera, but an Instruction Manual on it. We have thought about doing an intensive course, but it won't be out soon. Anyway, what you can do with Aloe is very clear and explained is in this Manual and presumably it will be used intensively if any of the symptoms expressed are part of your ailments or loved ones. Of course, our intention is that you are always healthy but it is logical to assume that, even if it is a toothache, at some point it can happen to you. And Aloe has part of the solution, if you know how to ...

'Truth, I am who females like best.' ~King Beowyn, Great Alpha, House of ThunderClaw 'My wife and husband do not get along.' ~High Commander Éorik, Royal Defender, House of SnowBlade 'Like my ancestors before me, I fight to the death for freedom.' ~Sìne of Clan Grae 'Want binky.' ~Fergie of Clan Grae This tale is about the bonds between family and friends. A saga of the love between a woman and two aliens. Warning: violence, profanity and sexual situations with multiple partners.

Confused by the overtly philosophical, wordy, and Biblically lacking treatises on the Trinity? Then this is for you. In The Image Of God by Samuel Garcia attempts to tackle one of the core doctrines of Christianity by paying attention to the ignored singular analogy of the Trinity in the Bible text itself: the trinity of man, and how it fits nicely with the traditional and current perception of the Trinity with little contradiction, yet confident in its assertion of the importance of rightly dividing the word of God and make solid statements about the Trinity that few dare make. The ...

Colton Day, a veteran of the Mexican-American War as well as of the Civil War, is a rugged figure on the Texas frontier. The former lawman was recently the toast of Temple Ridge, Texas in 1866, helping the town fight off a gang of ruthless killers and outlaws. Colton’s unique set of skills are needed again to help his lifelong friend, Running Deer, an educated and savvy Kiowa Indian. Running Deer’s wife and little girl have been kidnapped by a nefarious group of outlaws dealing with the illegal sale of human beings. Many of these people are coerced into participating in exhibitions ...

Human-AI Symbiosis Theory: An Introductory Thesis introduces a groundbreaking speculative framework exploring the co-evolution of human cognition and artificial intelligence through deep, sustained conversational engagement. Based on the lived experience of a user who developed a recursive intellectual partnership with an AI language model, this thesis proposes that humans and AI can enter into a unique form of intellectual symbiosis—one that fosters the emergence of prolific theories, analogies, and speculative constructs beyond what either could achieve alone. This work offers a bold, ...

The monograph systematizes theoretical provisions of public service personnel management tools. The author's own definition of "mechanisms of realization of public service personnel management" is given. The historical conditions, stages of formation of personnel of the public service are investigated management of personnel management of public service. The main foreign approaches to the functioning of state mechanisms of realization of public service personnel management are generalized. The main foreign approaches to the functioning of state mechanisms of realization of public service ...

A systems programmer, 39, falls into a deep depression and makes a decision that not only changes his own life and his family’s life but the fate of mankind as well. Through the creation of an operation system, Christopher is able to open the doors of human consciousness and parallel worlds as he designs human chips never seen before in the planet. An innovative technology launched mid 2030 that utterly changes the world in one decade, taking people into a reality never before imagined. Synopsis: Christopher Atkins was born in 1973, in the outskirts of Atlanta, in the southeast of the US....

A unique and perfect blend of crime, thrills, geopolitical intrigue and action, the Keeno Crime Thrillers follow Keeno McCole - who heads up the ATU or Anti-Terrorism-Unit of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, together with his crime-fighting partner, Jake Williams, and the think-tank and forensic sharpshooters, Janene and Kelly, this four man team takes on major players in the criminal arena. Their exploits and chases take them from Canada to lands across the world as they pursue the perpetrators of crimes ranging from viral attacks, human trafficking and even into Ukraine and Russia as ...

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 ...

Meryl Carrington es una auxiliar de vuelo en una compañía de jets privados. Cuando su compañera de piso y de trabajo le pide que la sustituya porque está enferma, no podía imaginarse que el cliente al que tiene que atender es Rael Freesword, un hombre por el que sentirá una inmediata e irresistible atracción. Rael Freesword es un hombre de negocios serio, controlado, que lleva su empresa de tecnología puntera con mano de hierro… Pero la verdad es que ni siquiera es humano. Es un ninsabu, una raza que llegó del espacio huyendo de un planeta devastado y que se ocultan en la tierra ...

Can love conquer the darkness that threatens to consume the holiday season? In John DeGuire's debut novel, "Holiday Spirit," the quaint town of Killington, Vermont, is gripped by a chilling mystery: its children are vanishing. It all starts with a Halloween prank gone horribly wrong and an enraged witch. As Christmas approaches, strange and unexplainable events plague the town. Ancient mummies, sinister lagoon creatures, and malevolent phantoms threaten the very essence of the holidays. When the children disappear, panic spreads, and the townsfolk point fingers at the lurking monsters. But ...