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Why do we need to live in a smart city? Rapid urbanization causes compelling city problems worldwide, such as housing, traffic, schooling, healthcare, employment, and pollution. Numerous smart-city scholars and practitioners have attempted to tackle these problems but lack an integrated approach and practical implementation tools to solve them. This book explains how to build digital twin metaverse cities aimed to accelerate urban digital transformation through emerging technologies.

Despite all of the imperfections present throughout Ancient Mesopotamian legislation, these laws of the ancient world are a priceless treasure influencing the history of judicial science. In ancient Mesopotamia, a written set of laws adopted by a ruler or his kingdom was quickly established as the foundational governing document.

For 444 years, there has been speculation about the location of Sir Francis Drake's landing site at Nova Albion and where he hid the greatest buried treasure of all time. What follows is an account of my 22 year quest to provide the answers to these questions, and to correct the historical record about Drake's Plate of Brass.

Der zweite Teil der Reihe von Andreas Brandhorst, Joshua Tree und Brandon Q. Morris. Wir schreiben das 23. Jahrhundert. Das Raumschiff "Wayfarer" ist unterwegs zum Omikron-System, um den Ursprung eines außerirdischen Artefakts zu erforschen, als sein Flug von einem Notsignal unterbrochen wird. Mitten im All schwebt das Wrack eines anderen Raumschiffs. Als sie näher kommen, stellen sie fest, dass auch dieses Schiff von der Erde stammt – aber es wurde fünfzig Jahre nach der "Wayfarer" losgeschickt! Wie kommt es hierher, und welche Waffe konnte es zerstören?

Das Finale der Space-Opera von Andreas Brandhorst, Joshua Tree und Brandon Q. Morris. Im 23. Jahrhundert wird eine Mission von der Erde zum neunzig Lichtjahre entfernten Omikron-System geschickt. Man nimmt an, dass Vorfahren der Menschheit vor Jahrmillionen von dort zur Erde aufgebrochen sind. Bei Omikron angekommen, trifft das Raumschiff "Wayfarer” jedoch auf Widerstand – und nur mithilfe einer Quantenintelligenz überleben die Menschen. Jetzt stehen sie vor ihrer größten Entscheidung: Retten sie sich selbst, oder retten sie den wahren Ursprung der Menschheit?

When Shakespeare has the Three Witches cast Macbeth’s lot, he uses something very weird to do it: not simply “eye of newt and toe of frog,” but the number seven. And when Hamlet claims, “To be or not to be, that is the question,” Shakespeare reaches for eleven. For Shakespeare, prime numbers were magical. And he is not alone. As Marcus du Sautoy showcases in Blueprints, creativity is inseparable from mathematics.

Have you ever wondered what's really going on behind someone's smile or felt manipulated without knowing why? Welcome to the hidden world of Dark Psychology, where understanding human behavior can protect you from subtle manipulation, emotional exploitation, and hidden persuasion. In "Dark Psychology Unveiled," you'll master the powerful secrets of reading body language, decoding hidden intentions, and identifying deceptive behaviors like gaslighting and mind control.

Have you ever felt drawn to the old ways of Norse Paganism but weren’t sure where to start? This book is your gateway to the mystical world of the Norse gods, the Nine Worlds, and the sacred runes—offering practical insights you can apply in the modern world.

Bleakwood, Oregon—once a sleepy, forgotten town—has become ground zero for an unspeakable horror. When Danielle Pryer’s long-lost brother, Bruce, returns from the Vietnam War carrying a monstrous mutation, reality itself begins to unravel. Vines turn to veins, brick to bone, and the laws of physics become mere suggestions. But Bleakwood’s nightmare is just beginning.

In 1641, England exits a plague-ridden and politically unstable summer having reached a semblance of peace: the English and Scottish armies have disbanded, legislation has passed to ensure Parliament will continue to sit and the people are tentatively optimistic. But King Charles I is not satisfied with peace – he wants revenge. Why did the English Civil War break out? The Blood in Winter tells this story: that of an English people’s great political awakening.

Was passiert, wenn ein ganzes Land in Rente geht Seit den neunziger Jahren ist die einst als unbesiegbar geltende Wirtschaft Japans in einer Abwärtsspirale gefangen. Sie wird auch dadurch beschleunigt, dass Japans Bevölkerung so schnell altert wie kaum eine andere: In den vergangenen fünf Jahren verlor das Land knapp eine Million Menschen, ganze ländliche Regionen sterben gleichsam aus. Japans Beispiel zeigt, was passiert, wenn ein Land die Grenzen des Wachstums erreicht und sich tiefgreifenden Reformen—insbesondere der konsequenten Öffnung der Wirtschaft für Frauen und Einwanderer—verweigert.

Is depression, fear, and anxiety holding you back, silently chipping away at your spiritual well-being and tearing apart your relationships? It's time to break free from these silent killers and embark on a journey of healing and growth that will transform your life. Welcome to It's Time to Grow, a profound guidebook that will change the way you perceive yourself, your faith, and your relationships. For men, It's Time to Grow sheds light on the importance of emotional and spiritual growth, fostering stronger bonds with their loved ones.

A story of resilience, sacrifice, and redemption, Shadows of the Coil weaves intense action with profound emotional stakes, creating a gripping tale of a girl’s fight against the darkness within and around her.

Becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) can open doors to a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). But first, you have to pass the certification exam. If you're feeling overwhelmed by complex concepts, dense textbooks, and endless study materials, you're not alone.

Unlock the extraordinary potential of speed reading with our transformative, in-depth Audiobook, meticulously crafted for anyone eager to amplify their reading skills and absorb information at unprecedented speeds. In an age where rapid comprehension is essential, this indispensable resource equips you with cutting-edge techniques and strategies to revolutionize your reading habits and boost retention as you increase your pace.

Six down-on-their-luck people with links to the world of crime writing have been invited to play a game this Christmas by the mysterious Midwinter Trust. The challenge seems simple but exciting: Solve the murder of a fictional crime writer in a remote but wonderfully atmospheric village in north Yorkshire to win a prize that will change your fortunes for good.

Radical Generosity is more than an audiobook—it’s an invitation to transform your life through the power of giving. In a world that often operates on scarcity, self-interest, and transactional relationships, this book challenges the norm by redefining generosity as a radical, countercultural way of living. True generosity isn’t just about money; it’s about how we give our time, wisdom, love, and even forgiveness.

The return of humanity's oldest enemy... An alien prophecy that predicts our species' downfall... And a captain who's the only thing standing in the way of his starship getting mothballed. Wait, what? Imagine Captain Keyes’ surprise when the fate of the galaxy turns out to depend on him, his decrepit ship, and his oddball crew.

Baby Zeke is hosting a Notchmas Party! At least, that's what he was planning on doing until a knock on the door changes everything.... Join Baby Zeke, Otis, Harold, Bob, and the Ender King on a desperate adventure to find ... well, something cool.

Left to die on a volcanic world by the Skrull, McGill and his mercenaries face waves of missile attacks with nowhere to hide. When the Skrull seal themselves inside an impenetrable energy dome, McGill knows he has to get creative. Even if that means sabotaging alien power plants, blackmailing his superior officers, and using his own troops as bait in a deadly game of cat and mouse.