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 Agung Wardana, "Turning Defenders into Defendants: The Use of Lawfare against Environmental Activists in Southeast Asia " English | ISBN: 1009676644 | 2026 | 238 pages | PDF | 2 MB This book documents the mobilisation of law to retaliate against, intimidate, and even punish environmental defenders in Southeast Asia. It draws on case studies from Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines, which have taken measures to provide legal protection to environmental defenders by adopting anti-SLAPP provisions. Despite these provisions, attacks utilising legal means against environmental defenders have persisted. Environmental activists and local communities defending their livelihoods and the environment against the encroachment of extractive industries and state-backed development projects are turned into defendants before the courts. The book explains 1) the nature of legal attacks on environmental defenders in Southeast Asia, 2) the consequences of these attacks on environmental movements in those countries, and 3) the responses of environmental movements in navigating the existing politico-legal structures to resist these attacks and their strategies to strengthen the protection of environmental defenders in the region.  Turkey Exploration & Travel Guide - 2026: The Ultimate Traveler's Book to Turkey From the Experience of a Local Guide English | 9 Dec. 2024 | ASIN: B0DPY15WW4 | 205 pages | EPUB (True) | 33.92 MB LOCAL GUIDE REVEALS THE MOST ENCHANTING PLACES IN TURKEY ! Are you eager to uncover Turkey's true feel and essence? Are you seeking to explore its incredibly rich history and dynamic culture just like a local might? Being born and raised in this country, and as a history and culture enthusiast, I have visited every remote corner and heard all the oldest stories and legends Turkey has to offer! That's why I'm thrilled to present this " Turkey Exploration and Travel Guide, " crafted for those who yearn to dive deep into the heart of this intriguing city. Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey -a land where ancient history meets modern wonders and vibrant culture blends seamlessly with breathtaking landscapes. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the surreal beauty of Cappadocia, this guide will take you on an adventure like no other. Drawing on my extensive knowledge of my country, Inside, you'll discover:: Comprehensive insights into Istanbul from areas of interest, shopping areas, nightlife, and more; In depth culinary details for Turkey and its various regions ; Tips on areas to stay and frequent at various popular touring areas around Turkey; Anecdotes and little-known hidden gems to discover Turkey's unique history and culture Complete lists of museums and cultural stops that will leave you speechless with their grandeur and opulence; Practical advice for navigating the country with set tour itineraries and advice; AND MUCH MORE! Envision immersing yourself in the captivating roads, paths, and trails of Istanbul and the destinations further abroad in Turkey, where every turn and building entered can tell a story. This guide promises an unforgettable journey through time and culture, letting you experience the country's heartbeat. Packed with practical advice on budgeting, safety, and wellness, "Turkey Exploration and Travel Guide" ensures you'll explore with confidence and ease. Dive into the heart of Turkey and uncover the best places to stay, the top cultural sites, and delicious must-try dishes. Let this guide inspire your next adventure in a country where every moment is a story waiting to be told. Turkey is calling-are you ready to answer?  Turing's Vision by Pietro Perconti, Alessio Plebe English | July 3, 2025 | ISBN: 1032561211 | 158 pages | MOBI | 2.42 Mb Chat-GPT, humanoid robotics, and self-driving cars are just a few of the things that are changing our everyday lives. The rapid advancement of AI is eroding one by one all the cornerstones considered unique of human nature: language, consciousness, creativity, and moral responsibility. The book argues that the revolution we are facing is driven by Alan Turing's "vision". This vision rests on the idea that intelligence is not an intrinsic property of human beings, but is a way in which matter is functionally organized and an attribute we are naturally inclined to ascribe to certain entities. For decades we have pretended that this idea does not have the corrosive power that it actually does, perhaps more so than the Copernican and Darwinian revolutions. But now, given the achievements of new forms of computing based on deep learning and predictive coding, the most common intuitions can no longer avoid the dangerous Turing idea.  Sapana Jadoun, "Tuning of Conducting Polymers: Applications from Environmental to Biomedical Fields " English | ISBN: 3032004608 | 2026 | 373 pages | PDF | 14 MB This book aims to provide an exciting and comprehensive exploration of the versatile world of conducting polymers and their modifications according to required properties and their diverse applications across a wide range of domains. Conducting polymers are a class of materials exhibiting electrical conductivity while retaining the inherent flexibility and adaptability of polymers. With the ability to be tailored and functionalized for specific purposes, these materials gain immense attention from students, researchers, scientists, and industries alike. This book also provides a thorough and up-to-date overview of the tuning of the conducting polymers, their characterization, properties, and applications in diverse fields, including but not limited to environmental remediation, surface coatings, electronics and optoelectronics, textiles and wearables, smart drug delivery, tissue engineering, and contemporary architecture. Aimed at students, researchers, and scientists, this book provides a valuable resource for understanding the potential of tailored conducting polymers for a wide array of innovative applications. This book addresses several key areas including a lack of updated information, cross-disciplinary knowledge gaps, needs for research in a particular field, innovation and problem-solving, industry relevance, and ultimately opens a wide window of numerous applications of such versatile materials for the researchers in material science and engineering, environmental science, biomedical field, architecture, industries, and so on.  Tryptophan: Biochemical and Health Implications (Modern Nutrition) By Herschel Sidransky 2001 | 280 Pages | ISBN: 0849385687 | PDF | 2 MB Historically, the amino acid tryptophan has been considered to play a role in cancer development and the aging process. In recent times, this nutrient has been associated with eosinophila myalgia syndrome - a new human disease that attacks the muscular system. This detailed book examines the implications of the large measure of fresh information gained in recent years. Tryptophan: Biochemical and Health Implications presents an up-to-date, comprehensive view of how L-tryptophan acts and discusses its pivotal role in protein metabolism.  Manuel García-Carpintero, "Truth and Reference in the Making of Fiction: A View on Fictionality " English | ISBN: 1009298453 | 2026 | 240 pages | PDF | 3 MB A standard feature of our engagement with fictions is that we praise them as if they offer true insights on factual, psychological or evaluative matters, or criticize them as if they purport to do it but fail. But it is not so easy to make sense of this practice, since fictions traffick in made-up narratives concerning non-existing characters. This book offers the reader conceptual tools to reflect on such issues, providing an overarching, systematic account of philosophical issues concerning fictions and illustrating them with analysis of compelling examples. It asks whether fiction is defined - as John Searle and others have claimed - by mere pretense - the simulation of ordinary representational practices like assertions or requests - or whether it is defined by invitations or prescriptions to imagine. And it advances an original proposal on the nature of fictions, explaining why fictions can refer to the world and state facts about it.  Trust, Risk, and Uncertainty By Sean Watson, Anthony Moran 2005 | 256 Pages | ISBN: 1403906998 | PDF | 1 MB This edited collection focuses on recently emerging debates around the themes of "risk", "trust", "uncertainty", and "ambivalence." Where much of the work on these themes in the social sciences has been theory based and driven, this book combines theoretical sophistication with close to the ground analysis and research in the fields of philosophy, education, social policy, government, health and social care, politics and cultural studies.  Bill Fox, "Trump, Trudeau, Tweets, Truth: A Conversation" English | ISBN: 0228001110 | 2022 | 616 pages | MOBI | 1416 KB Media has long been considered a primary site for political discourse in Western liberal democracies, but now, with the advent of social media, giant multinational digital platforms such as Google, and online journalism, the way we do politics, talk politics, and cover politics has completely transformed.Trump, Trudeau, Tweets, Truth considers the ways that technology has led to an irreversible transition in power distribution, political journalism, and public discourse. Discussing how the military-industrial complex of the 1950s gave way to today's celebrity-distribution complex, Bill Fox examines the amount of power accorded to people well-known for being well-known, from Donald Trump to Justin Trudeau. Taking on a Canadian perspective, Fox addresses the disturbing cries of "fake" news in the post-truth age and demonstrates how journalism, no longer the domain of a select few political reporters and editors, has become decentralized and disaggregated.In a world that now plays out on mobile devices, Trump, Trudeau, Tweets, Truth seeks a path through the debris left behind by recent seismic shifts in political media and technology.  True Confessions of Sex: Collection One English | 1 Jun. 2012 | ASIN: B008BMUM0C | 228 pages | EPUB (True) | 320.83 KB Documenting sexual experiences beyond the boundaries of conventional coupledom, this collection of ten true confessions of group sex reveals the secrets of erotic adventures involving three, four and more. In Pool Party, Riane reveals what happened when four female friends met four guys on a warm summer night which ended with a private pool party. Best Friends is Alec's tale of his friendship with his best buddy and the twists and turns of competition and collaboration during daring dates. In Building Sight, Dawn confesses to extending her sexual education with two workmen whilst on sabbatical leave from her academic post. Super Service is a confession from the world of military men in which Martin reveals the effectiveness of good teamwork with willing partners. In Housemates, Laura reveals how a house party not only changed her relationship with her housemates for ever but changed her attitude to diverse sexual relationships for the better. Fair Exchange shines a light on the secret world of partner swapping among young couples when Jake enthusiastically embraces Lily's desires. Barn Three discloses the liberating effects of living away from home for the first time as Miranda reveals how her fledgling interest in multiple partners developed into an adventure with Jerome and his two cousins. In Two Timing, Max explains how he occupied his time when his girlfriend was away for the weekend and his surprising meeting with two women who not only worked together but also played together. In The Hornbill, Helen reveals what happened when she visited an adult encounter club for the first time, in the company of her friend Lorna, and the astonishing turn of events at the end of the evening. Love Match is Sandro's confession about his relationship with Hayley during a mixed doubles tennis tournament and their temptation to participate in unusual off-court activities organized by other players.  Troubling Violence: A Performance Project By M. Heather Carver, Elaine J. Lawless 2009 | 160 Pages | ISBN: 1604732083 | PDF | 3 MB Troubling Violence: A Performance Project follows the collaboration between performance studies professor M. Heather Carver and ethnographic folklorist Elaine J. Lawless. The book traces the creative development of a performance troupe in which women take the stage to narrate true, harrowing experiences of domestic violence and then invite audience members to discuss the tales. Similar to the performances, the book presents real-life narratives as a means of heightening social awareness and dialogue about intimate partner violence."Troubling violence" refers not only to the cultures in our society that are "troubling," but also to the authors' intent to "trouble" perceptions that enforce social, cultural, legal, and religious attitudes that perpetuate abuse against women. Performance, this book argues, enhances ethnographic research and writing by allowing ethnographers to approach both their field studies and their ethnographic writing as performance. The book also demonstrates how ethnography enhances the study of performance. The authors discuss the development of the Troubling Violence Performance Project in conjunction with their own "performances" within the academy. |
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