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From Plato to Westworld, these questions have fascinated and befuddled philosophers, artists, and scientists for centuries. In The Forgetting Machine, neuroscientist Rodrigo Quian Quiroga explains how the mechanics of memory illuminates these discussions, with implications for everything from understanding Alzheimer's disease to the technology of Artificial Intelligence.

Tired of feeling clueless about “adulting”? This no-nonsense guide turns life's overwhelming tasks into a fun, manageable adventure. Remember the last time you tried to create a budget or cook something more complicated than instant noodles? Maybe it ended with an overdrawn bank account or a kitchen disaster. You're not alone. Many young adults admit they're struggling to manage their finances effectively.

Schon als Kind ist Amélie fasziniert von dem Märchen des Kranichs, der aus seinen eigenen Federn ein Gewebe macht, so schön, wie es noch nie jemand gesehen hat. Sie fühlt sich ihm verwandt und studiert fortan die Vögel all jener Weltteile, in die sie als Diplomatentochter kommt: Japan, China, USA, Bangladesch, Bhutan. Sie lernt von ihnen den Aufschwung, den Sturzflug, das Leben. Aber auch den Übergang ins Reich der Toten – und die Kunstflüge des Schreibens.

When Vic Marlow agrees to spend December helping out his best friend, he doesn't expect to run into an old flame. He's there to work and be with family, not take a trip—albeit a tall, built, sexy one—down memory lane. Sean Richmond left his past behind nineteen years ago. He's worked hard at putting that life behind him, so it's a shock when it suddenly shows up in the little Peak District village he calls home. With the magic of Christmas in the air, the festive spirit sparks a fire that never quite died. Maybe this is their chance to explore what fate stole from them all those years ago.

Kai has been in love with his best friend for as long as he can remember. He’s well aware he can’t act on those feelings, so he keeps himself relatively happy going on dates, running a successful business, and supporting the guy he’s known since he was five years old. Colby ran from Peppermint Hollow years ago. Trying to escape the demons of his childhood drove him straight into the arms of drama and chaos. The only good thing to come from the years he’s been away is his daughter.

Battle scarred Drasus is the Kirakos' grumpiest, grouchiest Sarkarnii and he really doesn’t want anyone around him. My former job as a doctor means I’m given the assignment to take care of him as he recovers from his wounds. Does it matter I’ve only ever treated humans? Apparently not. Only Drasus doesn’t want to be nursed and he’s determined to make my life absolute hell, or at least the way he growls at me makes me think he does.

Have you ever wondered why you get grossed out by different things? Everyone has had that feeling in their stomach when they are grossed out. Sometimes it can give you a stomachache or it can even make you get sick! Both people and animals can get disgusted by a wide range of things. Do you know why you feel this way at times? Well, this story can help you learn how these feelings are a response that allows you to stay healthy and keep germs out of your body!

Did you know that humans are actually pretty slimy? Slide into the wonderful world of slippery, sticky slime! Learn about the important functions of slime, and how it is necessary for most living organisms. Slime helps with many important functions including eating, breathing, moving, and self-defense. Learn how many animals depend on slime—the number may surprise you!

Jorok saved my life after being trapped in a filthy cell. He's gorgeous and way too serious for his own good. To get to know him better, I tag along on an errand, but we're kidnapped and forced to nurse an alien captain's sick crew. To avoid being sold, I pretend to be Jorok's mate (which isn't difficult). I thought things couldn't get worse from there. I was wrong.

Unlock a new purpose in your later years and embark on a journey of self-discovery with The Blossoming of Women. Learn how to overcome challenges and embrace growth in this powerful book. Don't miss out on the opportunity to unlock a fulfilling and purposeful later life stage.

I hate Felix Malone with all my heart and soul. He's the second-born son of a murderous don. The newest leader of the Malone mafia family now that his father is dead. If I could have hoped a change in management would mean a positive shift for the notorious crime family, I'm proven wrong as Felix quickly settles into his new role and lays scourge on New York City. He believes he's not as bad as the man who came before him, purely because the women he beds survive the night. But Felix is just a different kind of evil.

Do you know if your trusted caregiver is ripping off your parents? What can you do to protect your loved ones? How can you find the best qualified caregiver? Families struggled to find dependable, trusted care. These true stories are just a glimpse that exposes fraud and manipulation by unscrupulous caregivers. Through these stories, you will learn to identify subtle hints that expose a dishonest caregiver. You’ll discover resources, tips on hiring and managing your caregiver and some basic estate planning questions are included.

Celia Gilbert is the perfect friend—loyal, trustworthy, and committed to mending her best friends’ broken hearts. She’s the reason the trio is spending the summer in Lovesick Falls, the idyllic little town where Touchstone’s sort-of-uncle’s cabin was waiting to be house-sat by three unsupervised (but totally responsible) teenagers. After all, Celia, Ros, and Touchstone have been best friends since childhood. Sure, Celia is in love with Ros, and Touchstone was once in love with Celia—but that’s the beauty of a place like Lovesick Falls. If you fell in love, you could fall out.

Transform your teen's social life. You're equipping them with invaluable tools for not just surviving, but thriving in today’s social landscape. Do you wish there was a blueprint to help you address your teen's social anxiety, digital addiction, and self-esteem concerns? You're not alone. Parenting is complicated. Teen parenting takes it to the next level, particularly in today's digital world.

Ethan Andrews never saw Justin Halstead coming. A broody jock with a propensity for studying. A hot-mess conundrum who, for some reason, continues to show up at Ethan’s dorm room door. Something is happening between them, but one particular sport stands in the way. Ethan never imagined falling for an overbearing, overprotective athlete with a Hall of Fame future and a secret heart of gold.

Clean-living, wholesome, and with a constant smile plastered on her pretty face, Dee Jones is my antithesis. She's also what I'm told I need to polish my somewhat tarnished image—apparently being papped getting friendly with a fellow holiday maker on a sun lounger after your ex does a kiss-and-tell with the media isn't exactly what Manchester Athletic deems great publicity for their bad boy midfielder. A repair job is needed, and the club is hoping that the super shiny star player for the women's team can transfer some of her good-girl sunshine stardust on to me.

Combine one billionaire hockey player on a mission with one struggling nursing student with an independent streak and mix them up good with a matchmaking grandma and you have the perfect rom-com with some of those poignant moments to tug at your heartstrings on the way to a most satisfying ending . . .

It's time for us to re-examine the past. Our lives are infinitely richer if we take the time to look at what the Greeks and Romans have given us in politics and law, religion and philosophy and education, and to learn how people really lived in Athens, Rome, Sparta and Alexandria. This is a book with a serious point to make but the author isn't simply a classicist but a comedian and broadcaster who has made television and radio documentaries about humour, education and Dorothy Parker. This is a book for us all.

Unveil the path to empowerment, vitality, and self-discovery with this personal guide through the menopause journey — even if you feel overwhelmed by this new chapter of your life. Let's face it -- the search for for reliable, easily accessible information about menopause can sometimes feel like an overwhelming battle. One website says one thing while your friends are saying something entirely different...It gets exhausting. And while the road ahead may seem daunting at times, with the guidance provided here, you'll find the BALANCE and well-being you seek.

En su primera colección de cuentos, Rainbow nos regala nueve historias de amor bellamente narradas. Una chica conoce a un chico acampando fuera de un cine. Mejores amigos discuten sobre los méritos de los bailes escolares. Un príncipe enamora a una troll. Una chica enamora a un chico imaginario. Y el mismísimo Simon Snow regresa para una aventura navideña. Este es un festín de personajes irresistibles, diálogos hilarantes y una narrativa espectacular. En resumen, todo aquello que se esperaría de un libro de Rainbow Rowell.