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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
No matter what time of year, the inhabitants of Bustletown are busy
working, walking, playing, eating, making music, exercising, and
shopping. Now, even though it's nighttime, the fun hasn't stopped.
Just as Berner's previous explorations of the town have brilliantly
evoked the sights and colors of the seasons, here she bathes the
town in shimmering darkness that throws evening activities into
fascinating relief. Seven colorful and incredibly detailed spreads
take readers inside a multigenerational house, a farm, a railway
station, a community center, a marketplace, a department store, and
a park with a lake. Readers will return again and again to these
pages to discover everything that takes place in Bustletown during
the late hours: a burglar tries to break into the dental office,
the bookshop features "books for a good night," fireworks explode
above the lake, and a slumber party is raging in the library. And
as they search on each page for their favorite returning
characters, they'll create their own stories about all the things
you can do after the sun sets.
The most influential inventor of the modern world, Sir Tim Berners-Lee is a different kind of visionary. Born in the same year as Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, Berners-Lee famously distributed his invention, the World Wide Web, for no commercial reward. Its widespread adoption changed everything – transforming humanity into the first digital species. Through the web, we live, work, dream and connect.
In this intimate memoir, Berners-Lee tells the story of his iconic invention, exploring how it launched a new era of creativity and collaboration, while unleashing a commercial race that today imperils democracies and polarizes public debate. Filled with his characteristic optimism, technical insight and wry humour, this is a book about the power of technology – both to fuel our worst instincts and to profoundly shape our lives for the better.
As the rapid development of artificial intelligence heralds a new era of innovation, Berners-Lee is the perfect guide to the crucial decisions ahead – and provides a gripping, in-the-room account of the rise of the online world. Peppered with rich anecdote and amusing reflections, This is For Everyone is an essential read for understanding our times, and a bold manifesto for advancing humanity's future.
Feeding the world, climate change, biodiversity, antibiotics,
plastics, pandemics - the list of concerns seems endless. But what
is most pressing, and what should we do first? Do we all need to
become vegetarian? How can we fly in a low-carbon world? How can we
take control of technology? And, given the global nature of the
challenges we now face, what on Earth can any of us do, as
individuals? Mike Berners-Lee has crunched the numbers and plotted
a course of action that is full of hope, practical, and enjoyable.
This is the big-picture perspective on the environmental and
economic challenges of our day, laid out in one place, and traced
through to the underlying roots - questions of how we live and
think. This updated edition has new material on protests,
pandemics, wildfires, investments, carbon targets and of course, on
the key question: given all this, what can I do?
It is night-time in Scurryville. The people and animals are sound
asleep – or, rather, some are. Others are out and about and
experience exciting things in the town at night. Some enjoy reading
until dawn, others frolic at a festival in the park, and a few
people witness an exhilarating police chase...
Dit is aand in Wemelstad. Mense en diere slaap rustig – oftewel,
sommige. Ander is in die laat ure eers oppad erens heen en hulle
beleef opwindende dinge soos ’n Boekwurmaand in die biblioteek, ’n
partytjie in die park of aanskou selfs hoe die polisie ’n dief
vastrek.
Named one of the greatest minds of the 20th century by Time, Tim Berners-Lee is responsible for one of that century's most important advancements: the world wide web. Now, this low-profile genius-who never personally profitted from his invention -offers a compelling protrait of his invention. He reveals the Web's origins and the creation of the now ubiquitous http and www acronyms and shares his views on such critical issues as censorship, privacy, the increasing power of softeware companies , and the need to find the ideal balance between commercial and social forces. He offers insights into the true nature of the Web, showing readers how to use it to its fullest advantage. And he presents his own plan for the Web's future, calling for the active support and participation of programmers, computer manufacturers, and social organizations to manage and maintain this valuable resource so that it can remain a powerful force for social change and an outlet for individual creativity.
The leaves are blowing off the trees and the birds are flying south
in Bustletown. Farmers are preparing the fields for winter and kids
are back in school. And look, there's a water main break that's
causing havoc and a chimney sweeper perched on a roof! Each time
readers look at these delightfully detailed spreads they'll
discover something new, whether it's what's for sale at the outdoor
market or how many pumpkins they can spot on a single page.
Familiar characters appear on each page-a maestro and a violinist,
a balloon-toting nun, and a mum with her baby. All the activity
culminates in a harvest celebration lit by dozens of paper lanterns
in every shape and size. In the tradition of Richard Scarry and
Where's Waldo, this book encourages kids to return again and again
to these charming spreads, following along with the characters and
inventing their own stories. As they peruse scenes from the home to
the farm, from the shopping center to the park, kids will enjoy
identifying the different things that autumn brings.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of our current
understanding of binge eating, which is characterized by the
uncontrollable consumption of large amounts of food in a discrete
time period. Written by experts on eating disorders, it first
introduces the phenotype of binge eating, including its
epidemiology and assessment. It then describes the underlying
neurobiological alterations, drawing on cutting-edge animal models
and human studies to do so. In addition, it extensively discusses
current treatment models, including medication, psychotherapy,
self-interventions and disease prevention. Lastly, an outlook on
the future research agenda rounds out the coverage. Given binge
eating's current status as an under-researched symptom, but one
shared across many eating disorders, this book provides an
up-to-date, integrative and comprehensive synthesis of recent
research and offers a valuable reference for scientists and
clinicians alike.
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