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Therapist Andrew Smiler addresses the topic of masculinity in the wake of the MeToo movement, examining the societal impacts of "toxic" masculinity, including bullying behavior, rape culture, early male mortality, how men are encouraged not to express their feelings, the sexual objectification of women, and male attitudes toward fatherhood, asking whether--and how--we need to change our attitudes toward masculinity in the twenty-first century.

"Explores the state of democracy . . . and whether it remains a viable form of government"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at how the world will be affected by artificial intelligence.

"[Examines] veganism's impact on our health, the planet, and the global economy . . . Watson evaluates every angle of the debate on veganism in this primer, reviewing the evidence for its effects on health and assessing the ethics, environmental impact, and feasibility of adopting a vegan lifestyle worldwide"--Provided by publisher.

"Modern technology has enhanced our lives in numerous ways--we can now communicate in real time with friends and colleagues around the world, and do our shopping and banking without leaving home. But, as technology crowds further into our personal lives, is it doing us more harm than good? Are we becoming anxious, depressed and socially isolated, unaware of the manipulating influence of algorithms designed to keep us engaged and to filter the picture of the world we see? Has our online gaming or gambling unwittingly developed into a disturbing addiction? This . . . volume assesses the impact of our increased screen time and daily interactions with personal technology on our individual choices, our relationships, and our mental and physical health, and suggests how best to mitigate any adverse effects"--OCLC.

"... assesses the connections between gender, psychology, culture, and sexuality, and reveals how individual and social attitudes have evolved over the centuries"--Back cover.

"The effects of global warming are being felt around the world through climate change, and images of our rivers and oceans choking with plastic have provoked an instinctive horrified reaction. In response, governments, corporations and individuals are beginning to change their policies and behaviour--but is it too little, too late? Is it possible to reverse the damage we have done to the planet, or have we reached the point where we are only able to manage the problems and devastation caused? This engaging and incisive volume offers insightful analysis of a range of key issues including deforestation, global warming and single use plastics, while evaluating whether--and how--it may just be possible to mend our planet"--OCLC.

Provides insight into the life, work, and thinking of Isaac Newton, known as the father of physics, and discusses his theory of gravity.

Chronicles the discovery of DNA, profiling the scientists who discovered it, the experiments that led to its discovery, the medical and scientific implications of the find, and other related topics.

Examines the life and work of Albert Einstein within their historical and scientific contexts; and provides an explanation of his theory of relativity and its impact on the world.