Buddhism and Intelligent Technology: Toward a More Humane Future (Hershock Peter D.)(Paperback)

Buddhism and Intelligent Technology: Toward a More Humane Future (Hershock Peter D.)(Paperback)

When machine learning, data and AI are reshaping the human experience and forcing us to develop a new ethical intelligence, Peter Hershock gives us a new way to think about attention, presence and ethics in our changing lives by balancing Western technology with Asian philosophy. Rather than

The Ethics of Invention: Technology and the Human Future (Jasanoff Sheila)(Pevná vazba)

Technology rules us as much as laws do. It shapes the legal, social, and ethical environments in which we act. Every time we cross a street, drive a car, or go to the doctor, we submit to the silent power of technology. Yet, much of the time, the influence of technology on our lives goes

HR Futures 2030: A Design for Future-Ready Human Resources (Chappuis Isabelle)(Paperback)

This design for future-ready human resources is a futurist guide to the challenges and changes lying ahead in the world of work and offers a way forward. The world of work is evolving at an exponential rate, and significant shifts are expected. COVID-19 was a warm-up lap and an accelerator of

Toward a Psychology of Awakening: Buddhism, Psychotherapy, and the Path of Personal and Spiritual Transformation (Welwood John)(Paperback)

A guide to understanding the relationship between Western psychology and the contemplative sprituality of the East--and how one's spiritual journey can be enriched by both How can we connect the spiritual realizations of Buddhism with the psychological insights of the West? In Toward a Psychology

Analyzing Future Applications of AI, Sensors, and Robotics in Society (Musiolik Thomas Heinrich)(Paperback)

Presents research exploring the potential uses and future challenges of intelligent technological advancements and their impact in education, finance, politics, business, healthcare, and engineering. The book includes coverage on a broad range of topics, such as neuronal networks, cognitive

City (Simak Clifford D.)(Paperback)

This award-winning science fiction classic explores a far-future world inhabited by intelligent canines who pass down the tales of their human forefathers. Thousands of years have passed since humankind abandoned the city--first for the countryside, then for the stars, and ultimately for

Abolition Of Liberty (Hitchens Peter)(Paperback / softback)

Retitled, revised and repackaged in B-format paperback: 'Marvellous... Passionate, intelligent and thrillingly written and, above all, it is true. This is what it feels like to live in Britain today' Bryan Appleyard, Sunday

Ignorance (Kundera Milan)(Paperback)

'Kundera once more delivers a seductive, intelligent entertainment ... [with] elegance and grace.' -- Washington Post Book World'Nothing short of masterful.' -- NewsweekA brilliant novel set in contemporary Prague, by one of the most distinguished writers of our time.A man and a woman meet by

At Our Wits' End: Why We're Becoming Less Intelligent and What It Means for the Future (Dutton Edward)(Paperback)

Rules for Perfect Murders - The 'fiendishly good' Richard and Judy Book Club pick (Swanson Peter)(Paperback / softback)

The brilliantly twisty and intelligent thriller from Peter

No More Blood (Harris Peter)(Paperback)

Blood is the life-force of every human being (and other animals). When it leaks out of our blood vessels, we die. When the aorta, the biggest blood vessel in the body, bursts, death usually comes quickly but for a lucky few it's not instantaneous. For them, survival is possible with emergency

Politics (Ferdinand Peter)(Paperback)

With an unrivalled combination of exceptional clarity and intelligent analysis, Politics is the perfect introduction to political studies. Written especially for undergraduate students, this is the only introduction to politics to combine genuine accessibility and an analytical approach,

Prometheanism: Technology, Digital Culture and Human Obsolescence (Mller Christopher John)(Paperback)

Gunther Anders s prolific philosophy of technology is undergoing a major revival but has never been translated into English. Prometheanism mobilises Anders s pragmatic thought and current trends in critical theory to rethink the constellations of power that are configuring themselves around our

Men Under Construction: Challenges and Prospects (Stein Murray)(Paperback)

Today more than ever men are challenged to take steps toward greater consciousness and psychological development. In these lectures Murray Stein describes five 'eras' or stages in a lifelong process of psychological and spiritual growth, as well as speaking about friendship between men and the

Hello, Robot.: Design Between Human and Machine (Kries Mateo)(Paperback)

Robotics now: from transport drones and intelligent sensors to the debate around Industry 4.0Hello, Robot.: Design between Human and Machine investigates how robotics is becoming part of our everyday lives, demonstrating that design in its traditional function as a mediator is indispensable if

Renewable Energy Finance: Powering the Future (Donovan Charles W.)(Paperback)

The future of clean energy is no longer about science and technology; it's all about access to finance. The fossil fuel industry has been subsidized for decades with tax breaks and government backing, while renewables have struggled to compete. But now clean energy is the safe bet for investors, as

Apocalypse How?: Technology and the Threat of Disaster (Letwin Oliver)(Paperback)

As the world becomes better connected and we grow ever more dependent on technology, the risks to our infrastructure are multiplying. Whether it's a hostile state striking the national grid (like Russia did with Ukraine in 2016) or a freak solar storm, our systems have become so interlinked that if

Other Minds - The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent Life (Godfrey-Smith Peter)(Paperback / softback)

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2017 ROYAL SOCIETY SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE What if intelligent life on Earth evolved not once, but twice? The octopus is the closest we will come to meeting an intelligent alien. What can we learn from the encounter? In Other Minds, Peter Godfrey-Smith, a distinguished philosopher

Gear Acquisition Syndrome - Consumption of Instruments and Technology in Popular Music (Herbst Jan-Peter)(Paperback / softback)

Hacking Darwin: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Humanity (Metzl Jamie)(Paperback)

'A gifted and thoughtful writer, Metzl brings us to the frontiers of biology and technology, and reveals a world full of promise and peril.' --Siddhartha Mukherjee MD, New York Times bestselling author of The Emperor of All Maladies and The GeneA groundbreaking exploration of genetic engineering

Abrahams' and McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy (Abrahams Peter H.)(Paperback)

Abrahams' and McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy, 8th Edition delivers the straightforward visual guidance you need to perform confidently in all examinations and understand spatial relationships required during your medical training, while also acquiring the practical anatomical knowledge

Creating an Ecological Society: Toward a Revolutionary Transformation (Magdoff Fred)(Paperback)

Sickened by the contamination of their water, their air, of the Earth itself, more and more people are coming to realize that it is capitalism that is, quite literally, killing them. It is now clearer than ever that capitalism is also degrading the Earth's ability to support other forms of life

Earth Swarm (Hall Tim)(Paperback / softback)

A near-future extravaganza from Tim Hall. Filled with astonishing technology, high stakes and edge-of-your-seat peril, this is perfect for fans of Charlie

The Essence of Photography: Seeing and Creativity (Barnbaum Bruce)(Paperback)

There is a lot more to photography than simply picking up a camera, pointing it toward something, and tripping the shutter. Achieving a great photograph requires thought and preparation, an understanding of the photographic process, and a firm grasp of how light and composition affect a photo