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" . . . explores the writers, futurists, and far-sighted inventors whose visions became realities, from the direct influence of H. G. Wells on the atomic bomb and the tank, to the ambitious prototypes created by inventors ahead of their time, such as Nikola Tesla's remote-controlled drone ship. The history and development of each technology is related in context, exploring the road from . . . fictional representation to real-life technology"--Provided by publisher.

Control comes from within and from understanding just what your mammal brain wants and needs. The human brain is wired to crave happy chemicals, and we are rewarded with these chemicals when the brain strives toward a goal, feels a part of the group, gets recognition, and faces pain. Anxiety occurs when these needs are not met. Keeping this in mind, Breuning outlines a three-step plan to combat anxiety. It includes determining what the brain really wants, distracting the brain by spending 20 minutes on a consuming, pleasurable task, and finally taking one step toward achieving the goal. The author offers suggestions for possible goals, tasks, and action based on her own and others? experiences. She believes in designing a program based on an individual?s needs and warns of the dangers of seeking relief from anxiety with food, alcohol, and drugs (including prescriptions). Breuning presents a convincing case for controlling anxiety by tapping into natural instincts and drives.

Why do some superheroes have day jobs? Why do villains keep trying even though they almost never win? Why don't heroes simply take over the world? With brilliant deadpan humour, comic aficionado professor J. Brian O'Roark uses the tools of economics to explain superheroes, and the world of superheroes to explain economics.

"[Presents] essays by Bernd Heinrich collected for the first time in book form, on ravens and other birds, insects, trees, elephants, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"An . . . oncologist delivers an . . . examination of cancer, offering an account of how both medicine and society (mis)treats cancer, how people can do better, and why they must"--OCLC.

Instructions for thirty LEGO projects for building robots.

An electrician guide to the certification exam and tips for succeeding on the job.

A transplant surgeon discusses the pioneers, science, and ethical challenges of organ transplantation as well as the ways that organ transplants have revolutionized medical care, and offers illuminating stories of his own patients.

" . . . a holistic manual for everything you need to know to 'be well'--how to eat, exercise, sleep better, reduce stress and be happy"--.

"[Uncovers the] science behind everyday life . . . by looking at everyday technology, objects in the home, nature and the engineering and science behind things you use every day"--Provided by publisher.