World Architecture

Legal scholar and architect Sara C. Bronin examines how zoning became such a prevailing force and reveals its impact. Outdated zoning codes have maintained racial segregation, prioritized cars over people, and enabled great ecological harm. But, as Bronin argues, once we recognize the power of zoning, we can harness it to create the communities we desire, and deserve. Drawing on her own experience leading the overhaul of Hartford's zoning code and exploring the efforts of activists and city planners across the country, Bronin shows how new codes are reshaping our cities.

Step into a world where the unseen becomes seen, where the untouchable becomes palpable, and where the symphony of life is composed not by instruments, but by the extraordinary capabilities of the human mind. "Mind's Eye, World's Canvas" is an immersive odyssey into the rich and complex universe that lies beneath our skulls and within our senses. Explore the architecture of perception, decode the mysteries of the brain, and unravel the fabric of reality as we know it. With profound insight, this remarkable volume delves into the sophisticated web of neurons, the building blocks of our ...

Western civilization is becoming increasingly pluralistic,secularized, and biblically illiterate. Many people todayhave little sense of how their lives have benefited fromChristianity’s influence, often viewing the church withhostility or resentment.How Christianity Changed the World is a...

Designing an enterprise network isn’t just about plugging in hardware or following generic templates—it’s about solving real business challenges with tailored technical solutions. This book is your guide to doing just that. Enterprise Network Design Case Studies explores a diverse collection of real-world scenarios—ranging from small startups to global nonprofits, hospitals, schools, and secure government facilities. Each case study walks you through: Business context and technical goals Logical network architecture Technology choices and configuration highlights Security ...

Brunelleschi's Dome is the story of how a Renaissance genius bent men, materials, and the very forces of nature to build an architectural wonder we continue to marvel at today. Denounced at first as a madman, Brunelleschi was celebrated at the end as a genius. He engineered the perfect placement of brick and stone, built ingenious hoists and cranes to carry an estimated 70 million pounds hundreds of feet into the air, and designed the workers' platforms and routines so carefully that only one man died during the decades of construction.

Master the Art of Designing Modern Software Systems — From Beginner to Expert, with Real-World Examples and Interview Prep. If you’re a beginner just starting out, or a developer preparing for system design interviews, or a senior architect looking to sharpen your knowledge, Modern Software System Design & Architecture is your complete guide to building reliable, scalable, and real-world systems.Who This Book Is For? Newcomers: Learn the fundamentals of reliable and scalable system design with simple, beginner-friendly explanations. Experienced Engineers: Prepare confidently for system ...

From the creators of the wildly popular 99% Invisible podcast, comes a guidebook to the unnoticed yet essential elements of our cities. Narrated by Roman Mars, with a bonus Q&A and a Full Episode of 99% Invisible. Have you ever wondered what those bright, squiggly graffiti marks on the sidewalk...

“Wonderful reading.” —Scott Turow, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Presumed Innocent An extraordinarily accomplished debut novel—a love story, mystery, and philosophical puzzle, told in the singular voices of the residents of a Beaux Arts apartment house in Belgium during World...

A leading spiritual teacher reveals how Celtic spirituality—listening to the sacred around us and inside of us—can help us heal the earth, overcome our conflicts, and reconnect with ourselves. John Philip Newell shares the long, hidden tradition of Celtic Christianity, explaining how this...

Parents obsess over their children's playdates, kindergarten curriculum, and every bump and bruise, but their toys, classrooms, and playgrounds are just as important. These objects and spaces encode decades—even centuries—of ideas about good child-rearing versus bad. What is the Good Toy? Is it wooden, plastic, or even digital? What do youngsters lose when seesaws are deemed too dangerous and slides are designed primarily for safety? How can our built environment help children cultivate self-reliance? In these debates, parents, educators, and kids themselves are often caught in the middle.

Master the art of embedded systems — from hardware design to real-world IoT applications. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to design, program, and deploy microcontroller-based systems using ATtiny, ATmega, ESP32, and similar architectures. Combining theory with practical examples, this book walks you through each stage of embedded development — from circuit design and firmware creation to communication, optimization, and deployment. Through detailed schematics, code listings, and illustrated projects, you’ll learn how microcontrollers interact with sensors, displays, and ...

The Black Architecture is the codex for survival, sovereignty, and unseen creation. This final volume teaches readers how to endure extraction, build without permission, and redirect power without confrontation. It introduces the Fifth World Logic, load paths of power, and the art of interior sovereignty. The Black Architecture is a guide for those who have recognized collapse and mastered perception—it is not rebellion but a blueprint for living in alignment with self while navigating and stabilizing the hidden structures of the world. Readers emerge resilient, generative, and unconsumed...

A novel in The L.A. Quartet. Internationally acclaimed author James Ellroy presents another literary noir masterpiece of historical paranoia. Los Angeles, 1958. Killings, beatings, bribes, shakedowns—it's standard procedure for Lieutenant Dave Klein, LAPD. He's a slumlord, a bagman, an...

New York Times Notable Book “A smart, crackling chronicle of fast game, the ’80s art market, [and] the attraction of destruction.”— Village Voice A bold and vivid biography that chronicles the dazzling rise and tragic death of Neo-expressionist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. In less than a...

Step into the groundbreaking world of cryptocurrency with "Secure Your Crypto," an all-inclusive eBook dedicated to enhancing and refining your understanding of cryptocurrency security. This comprehensive guide is designed to be an invaluable tool for both beginners exploring the crypto space for the first time and seasoned investors looking to bolster their knowledge. Chapter one lays a solid foundation, introducing you to cryptocurrencies and the concept of crypto wallets. From understanding what they are to comprehending the different types readily available, it paves the way to the more...

調和 Chōwa: Japan's Dance with Tradition and Innovation - Ancient Wisdom for Our Technological Future 🏮 Discover the Secret Balance That Powers the World's Most Fascinating Culture 🤖 What if the answer to our modern dilemma—how to embrace the future without losing our soul—has existed for centuries in Japan? In a Tokyo kindergarten, children bow to a robot before programming it. At Japan's most sacred shrine, priests completely rebuild the entire structure every twenty years—a tradition unchanged since 690 CE. A family sweet shop founded before Columbus discovered America ...

In a series of fascinating tales, Gene Kohn explains how he helped build one of the most successful architecture firms in the world, offering inspiring lessons on business leadership and design innovation that can be applied to many fields.

Forthright and engaging, Kohn examines both award-winning achievements and missteps in his 50-year career in architecture. In the process, he shows how his firm, KPF, has helped change the buildings and cities where we live, work, learn, and play.

The author who unforgettably captured the experience of starting a new life in Tuscany in bestselling travel memoirs expands her horizons to immerse herself—and her readers—in the sights, aromas, and treasures of twelve new special places. A Year in the World is vintage Frances Mayes—a...

""The Most Wonderful Time is a lovable, unexpectedly thought-provoking Christmas romp of a novel from the ever-sparkling pen of Jayne Allen!"" — Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond Eye and The Alice Network The author of the beloved, bestselling Black Girls Must Die...

World War III: Humanity Sacrificed is a chilling yet deeply analytical exploration of how the modern world collapsed into global conflict — and why it was inevitable. Written by Murat Aibassov, an engineer who predicted the war more than a decade before it began, this audiobook exposes the hidden architecture of global systems, the cyclic nature of civilizational collapse, and the elite mechanisms that shape history behind the scenes.