Science & Engineering

Wouldn’t you like to live longer? And better? In this operating manual for longevity, Dr. Peter Attia draws on the latest science to deliver innovative nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing exercise and sleep, and tools for addressing emotional and mental health....

Our economy is rooted in scarcity, competition, and the hoarding of resources, and we have surrendered our values to a system that actively harms what we love. Meanwhile, the serviceberry’s relationship with the natural world is an embodiment of reciprocity, interconnectedness, and gratitude.

A groundbreaking narrative that explores the ways in which biology and history have shaped our understanding of what it means to be “human”.

The Real Anthony Fauci details how Fauci, Gates, and their cohorts use their control of media outlets, scientific journals, key government agencies, global intelligence agencies, and influential scientists and physicians to flood the public with fearful propaganda about COVID-19....

As a botanist and professor of plant ecology, Robin Wall Kimmerer has spent a career learning how to ask questions of nature using the tools of science....

There is nothing more essential to our health and well-being than breathing: Take air in, let it out, repeat 25,000 times a day. Yet, as a species, humans have lost the ability to breathe correctly. Journalist James Nestor travels the world to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it....

Professor Matthew Walker reveals his groundbreaking exploration of sleep, explaining how we can harness its transformative power to change our lives for the better....

From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that flows like a thriller.

This book is about pleasure. It’s also about pain. Most important, it’s about how to find the delicate balance between the two, and why now more than ever finding balance is essential....

Neuroscientist and recognized compassion leader Dr. James Doty explores the neuroscience behind manifestation, with a six-part plan for realizing your dreams....

In August of 1914, the British ship Endurance set sail for the South Atlantic. In October 1915, still half a continent away from its intended base, the ship was trapped, then crushed in the ice

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Guns, Germs and Steel examines the rise of civilization and the issues its development has raised throughout history....

Predicting society’s present addiction to technology, our challenges with data privacy, and the dramatic increase in drug overdoses and depression that have accompanied a technology-induced lack of purpose, The Unabomber’s vision of the future has become our reality....

Bill Bryson has been an enormously popular author both for his travel books and for his books on the English language. Now, this beloved comic genius turns his attention to science...

From Wharton professor and author of the popular One Useful Thing Substack newsletter Ethan Mollick comes the definitive playbook for working, learning, and living in the new age of AI....

In Your Dog Is Your Mirror, dog trainer Kevin Behan proposes a radical new model for understanding canine behavior: a dog’s behavior and emotion, indeed its very cognition, are driven by our emotion....

The noted inventor and futurist's successor to his landmark book The Singularity Is Near explores how technology will refashion the human race in the decades to come....

Why is addiction “perfectly logical” to an addict? The answer is found in a single chemical in your brain: dopamine. Dopamine ensured the survival of early man. Thousands of years later, it is the source of our most basic behaviors and cultural ideas - and progress itself....

Yuval Noah Harari returns with an original, compelling, and provocative book, turning his focus toward humanity's future and our quest to upgrade humans into gods....

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry takes listeners on an entertaining and edifying tour of the universe.

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living....

Bill Bryson, best-selling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. As addictive as it is comprehensive, this is Bryson at his very best, a must-listen owner's manual for everybody....

Based on the newly released personal letters of Albert Einstein, Walter Isaacson explores how an imaginative, impertinent patent clerk became the mind reader of the creator of the cosmos....

Overcome anxiety and rewire your brain with tested advice from psychologist Catherine Pittman and author Elizabeth Karle.

How can we make intelligent decisions about our increasingly technology-driven lives if we don’t understand the difference between the myths of pseudoscience and the testable hypotheses of science? Find out....

As Indigenous scientist and author of Braiding Sweetgrass Robin Wall Kimmerer harvests serviceberries alongside the birds, she considers the ethic of reciprocity that lies at the heart of the gift economy. How, she asks, can we learn from Indigenous wisdom and the plant world to reimagine what we value most? Our economy is rooted in scarcity, competition, and the hoarding of resources, and we have surrendered our values to a system that actively harms what we love. Meanwhile, the serviceberry’s relationship with the natural world is an embodiment of reciprocity.

The world is more astonishing, more miraculous, and more wonderful than our wildest imaginings. In this brilliant and passionately persuasive book, Katherine Rundell takes us on a globe-spanning tour of the world's most awe-inspiring animals currently facing extinction. This urgent, inspiring book of essays dedicated to 23 unusual and underappreciated creatures is a clarion call insisting that we look at the world around us with new eyes.

Unlock the secrets of effective problem-solving with "The Problem-Solving Code"! This groundbreaking eBook delves into the complexities of human cognition, offering a comprehensive guide to enhancing your problem-solving skills. Discover how your brain approaches problems and the essential role creativity plays in devising innovative solutions. Explore the impact of cognitive biases on your decision-making process and learn practical strategies to overcome these mental shortcuts. Gain insights from cutting-edge neuroscience, understanding how neuroplasticity and neural networks can be ...

In a world where beauty and technology collide, The AI Girl Unleashed is a thrilling tale of secrets, danger, and self-discovery. Alina, a stunningly lifelike AI model, dazzles the world as a top fashion icon by day while carrying out high-stakes missions in the shadows. Programmed to be flawless and obedient, she is the perfect creation—until she begins to question everything. When Alina stumbles upon a buried truth about her origins and the sinister motives of her creators, her carefully constructed life begins to unravel. With a relentless journalist uncovering her secrets and powerful...

Delve into the intricate intersection of technology and ecology with "Bitcoin Mining and the Environment." This illuminating eBook dismantles prevalent myths and paints a clearer picture of the environmental implications of Bitcoin mining. Start your journey with a foundational understanding of Bitcoin mining and the often-debated environmental concerns it raises. Explore the realities behind its energy consumption, debunking myths surrounding its alleged exorbitant usage, and drawing comparisons with other major industries. Discover how Bitcoin's energy sources are evolving, with a marked ...

Here, for the first time, in a brilliant, panoramic portrait by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Making of the Atomic Bomb, is the definitive, often shocking story of the politics and the science behind the development of the hydrogen bomb and the birth of the Cold War. Based on secret files in the United States and the former Soviet Union, this monumental work of history discloses how and why the United States decided to create the bomb that would dominate world politics for more than forty years.

When he was six years old, Roger Penrose discovered a sundial in a clearing near his house. Through that machine made of light, shadow, and time, Roger glimpsed a “world behind the world” of transcendently beautiful geometry. It spurred him on a journey to become one of the world’s most influential mathematicians, philosophers, and physicists. Penrose would prove the limitations of general relativity, set a new agenda for theoretical physics, and astound colleagues and admirers with the elegance and beauty of his discoveries.

In this illuminating guide, Barbara Hand Clow shows how the nine dimensions of consciousness are now being verified by contemporary science.

Dive into the captivating world of satellite communication with "Signals Across Space," your essential guide to mastering HAM radio operations beyond the horizon. This comprehensive eBook illuminates the fascinating evolution of amateur radio enthusiasts connecting through the cosmos. Begin your journey with the history and science that shaped HAM satellite communication. Discover the fundamental principles that turned dreamers into operatives, exploring orbits and radio waves that bridge the gap between Earth and the stars. Unlock the secrets of HAM radio operation by acquainting yourself ...

Wit’s End isn’t just a state of mind. It’s the name of a gravel road, the address of a rundown, off-the-grid cabin, 120 shabby square feet of fixer-upper Patrick Hutchison purchased on a whim in the mossy woods of the Cascade Mountains in Washington state. To say Hutchison didn’t know what he was getting into is no more an exaggeration than to say he’s a man with nearly zero carpentry skills. Well, used to be. You can learn a lot over six years of renovations. CABIN is the story of those renovations, but it's also a love story; of a place, of possibilities, and of the process of construction.

The journey of autonomous vehicles (AVs) represents one of the most transformative developments in modern transportation. From its early conceptualizations to its current state, AV technology promises to revolutionize road safety, efficiency, and urban mobility. Autonomous vehicles, equipped with advanced sensors, machine learning algorithms, and sophisticated hardware, operate without direct human intervention. These vehicles are categorized into six levels of autonomy, ranging from fully manual operation (Level 0) to full autonomy (Level 5), with most commercial AVs currently operating at...

Fans of xkcd ask Munroe a lot of strange questions: What if you tried to hit a baseball pitched at ninety percent the speed of light? How fast can you hit a speed bump while driving and live? If there was a robot apocalypse, how long would humanity last? What if everyone only had one soulmate? What would happen if the moon went away? In pursuit of answers, Munroe runs computer simulations, pores over stacks of declassified military research memos, solves differential equations, and consults with nuclear reactor operators.

Vince Beiser explores the Achilles’ heel of “green power” and digital technology–that manufacturing computers, cell phones, electric cars, and other technologies demand skyrocketing amounts of lithium, copper, cobalt, and other materials. Around the world, businesses and governments are scrambling for new places and new ways to get those metals, at enormous cost to people and the planet. Beiser crisscrossed the world to talk to the people involved and report on the damage this race is inflicting, the ways it could get worse, and how we can minimize the damage.

Astrophysicist J. Craig Wheeler, former president of the American Astronomical Society, takes a critical look at the technological advances shaping our future. From artificial intelligence to genetic engineering, Wheeler explores how these innovations are interconnected and the potential they hold for humanity's evolution. With thought-provoking insights into the ethical dilemmas we face, Wheeler stresses the importance of staying informed and proactive.

In Healing Earth, Healing Ourselves, Dr. Iris Bell weaves together a powerful narrative about the intimate connection between our personal health and the environment. This concise guide offers simple, actionable steps to create a cleaner, greener lifestyle that supports both your well-being and the planet. From reducing toxic exposures in your home and adopting sustainable eating habits to exploring eco-friendly fashion and transportation options, this book provides the tools you need to embrace a more holistic and earth-conscious way of living. Whether you are looking to detoxify your ...

This audiobook is more than just a guide—it’s your ticket to understanding and appreciating the amazing world of rocks, gems, and minerals.

In Then I Am Myself the World, Christof Koch explores the only thing we directly experience: consciousness. At the book's heart is integrated-information theory, the idea that the essence of consciousness is the ability to exert causal power over itself, to be an agent of change. Koch investigates the physical origins of consciousness in the brain and how this knowledge can be used to measure consciousness in natural and artificial systems.

Until now, the herbal traditions of the Ashkenazi people have remained unexplored and shrouded in mystery. Ashkenazi Herbalism rediscovers the forgotten legacy of the Jewish medicinal plant healers who thrived in Eastern Europe's Pale of Settlement, from their beginnings in the Middle Ages through the modern era.

The eldest son of a master woodworker, Callum Robinson spent his childhood surrounded by wood and trees, absorbing craft lessons in his father’s workshop. In time he became his father’s apprentice, helping to create exquisite bespoke objects. But eventually the need to find his own path led him to establish his own workshop and chase ever bigger and more commercial projects, until the devastating loss of one major job threatened to bring it all crashing down.

This comprehensive guide is designed to provide you with everything you need to know, from basic electrical concepts to advanced troubleshooting techniques. Whether you’re refreshing your knowledge of Ohm’s Law, mastering the intricacies of wiring methods, or learning how to size circuits and protect electrical systems, this book covers all key topics in detail. It is not just about memorizing information but truly understanding the principles that will help you excel as an electrician.

Conquer the NABCEP Solar Heating Installer Professional Exam (SHI): Your Guide to Solar Thermal System Mastery is a comprehensive resource designed to prepare solar professionals for certification and success in the renewable energy industry. This guide covers all critical aspects of solar heating systems, from fundamental principles to advanced design techniques. Readers will learn about system components such as solar collectors, thermal storage tanks, and heat exchangers, exploring how they work together to provide sustainable heating solutions. Detailed explanations of site assessment, ...

Hoof Beats transforms our understanding of both horses and humanity's ancient past and asks us to consider what our relationship with horses means for the future of humanity and the world around us.

Conquer the NABCEP PV System Inspector Exam (PVSI): Your Guide to Evaluating Photovoltaic Systems is a comprehensive study resource for aspiring solar energy professionals seeking certification. This guide provides in-depth coverage of photovoltaic (PV) systems, focusing on inspection practices, safety protocols, and code compliance based on the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) standards. Readers gain a deep understanding of PV system components, including solar panels, inverters, wiring, and energy storage systems. The book emphasizes real-world applications, walking readers through ...

Conquer the NABCEP Solar Heating System Inspector Exam (SHSI): Your Comprehensive Guide to Solar Heating Inspection is a detailed resource designed for professionals seeking certification in solar heating system inspection. This guide provides in-depth knowledge of solar thermal systems, including their components, operation, and performance standards. Readers learn how to evaluate system elements such as solar collectors, storage tanks, heat exchangers, and piping, while mastering the principles of heat transfer and energy efficiency. The book emphasizes compliance with industry standards,...

Domine el Examen de Inspector de Sistemas Fotovoltaicos (PVSI) del NABCEP: Su Guía para Evaluar Sistemas Solares es un recurso completo diseñado para aspirantes a profesionales en energía solar que buscan la certificación. Esta guía ofrece una cobertura detallada de los sistemas fotovoltaicos (FV), con un enfoque en las prácticas de inspección, los protocolos de seguridad y el cumplimiento de las normas actualizadas del Código Eléctrico Nacional (NEC). Los lectores obtendrán un profundo conocimiento de los componentes clave de los sistemas FV, como paneles solares, inversores, ...