On Trails
On Trails

Author: Robert Moor

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-07-04

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1476739234

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"In 2009, while thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, Robert Moor began to wonder about the paths that lie beneath our feet: How do they form? Why do some improve over time while others fade? What makes us follow or strike off on our own? Over the course of the next seven years, Moor traveled the globe, exploring trails of all kinds, from the miniscule to the massive. He learned the tricks of master trail-builders, hunted down long-lost Cherokee trails, and traced the origins of our road networks and the Internet. In each chapter, Moor interweaves his adventures with findings from science, history, philosophy, and nature writing--combining the nomadic joys of Peter Matthiessen with the eclectic wisdom of Lewis Hyde's The Gift. Throughout, Moor reveals how this single topic--the oft-overlooked trail--sheds new light on a wealth of age-old questions: How does order emerge out of chaos? How did animals first crawl forth from the seas and spread across continents? How has humanity's relationship with nature and technology shaped the world around us? And, ultimately, how does each of us pick a path through life? With a breathtaking arc that spans from the dawn of animal life to the digital era, On Trails is a book that makes us see our world, our history, our species, and our ways of life anew"--Book jacket flap.

Exploring New Paths in Language Pedagogy
Exploring New Paths in Language Pedagogy

Author: María Moreno Jaén

Publisher: Equinox Publishing (UK)

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781845536961

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This volume brings together current research and practical innovations in the field of foreign language teaching. The contributions are all by well-known experts in the area. More specifically, the volume aims to give some comprehensive and updated coverage of theory, research and practice in two of the most challenging issues in today's English language teaching scenarios: the development of L2 vocabulary knowledge and the contribution of new corpus-based evidence to language teaching. The first section of the volume presents a comprehensive overview of relevant issues in the field of L2 vocabulary acquisition, where surveys of the state of the art in the area combine with empirical studies which approach the topic from the field of applied linguistics (teaching techniques, material writing), as well as from complementary disciplines such as semantics, phraseology and lexicography. The second section of the book delves into the pedagogical applications of current research in the field of corpus-based studies. The papers collected here explore the potential of new corpus evidence for the development of foreign language learners' competence. The final section bridges the gap between theory and practice by bringing together an intensely practical collection of papers offering useful advice on how to deal with vocabulary and/or corpora in the foreign language classroom that are derived from teaching and research conducted at the University of Granada (Spain) under the acronym ADELEX (Assessing and Developing Lexis through New Technologies). Though some papers involve reference to other languages such as French and Spanish, this is essentially a study of corpus and lexical theory as applied to contemporary English. The volume is backed up by an independent, dedicated website maintained by the editors. While web-based activities and vocabulary tests complement the printed material for the entire volume, Section 3 "From theory to practice", provides systematic support.

New Paths to Animal Totems
New Paths to Animal Totems

Author: Lupa

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 0738733377

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Describes three methods for working with animal totems, outlining directions for creating a totem cosmology, focusing on local ecosystems, and using personality traits and experiences in learning to connect with a personal animal spirit.

Metaheuristic Algorithms
Metaheuristic Algorithms

Author: Gai-Ge Wang

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-04-03

Total Pages: 470

ISBN-13: 1040000347

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This book introduces the theory and applications of metaheuristic algorithms. It also provides methods for solving practical problems in such fields as software engineering, image recognition, video networks, and in the oceans. In the theoretical section, the book introduces the information feedback model, learning-based intelligent optimization, dynamic multi-objective optimization, and multi-model optimization. In the applications section, the book presents applications of optimization algorithms to neural architecture search, fuzz testing, oceans, and image processing. The neural architecture search chapter introduces the latest NAS method. The fuzz testing chapter uses multi-objective optimization and ant colony optimization to solve the seed selection and energy allocation problems in fuzz testing. In the ocean chapter, deep learning methods such as CNN, transformer, and attention-based methods are used to describe ENSO prediction and image processing for marine fish identification, and to provide an overview of traditional classification methods and deep learning methods. Rich in examples, this book will be a great resource for students, scholars, and those interested in metaheuristic algorithms, as well as professional practitioners and researchers working on related topics.

Paths
Paths

Author: András Gulyás

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 1993-01-01

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 303047545X

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This open access book explores the amazing similarity between paths taken by people and many other things in life, and its impact on the way we live, teach and learn. Offering insights into the new scientific field of paths as part of the science of networks, it entertainingly describes the universal nature of paths in large networked structures. It also shows the amazing similarity in the ways humans and other - even nonliving - things navigate in a complex environment, to allow readers to easily grasp how paths emerge in many walks of life, and how they are navigated. Paths is based on the authors recent research in the area of paths on networks, which points to the possible birth of the new science of "paths" as a natural consequence 'and extension) of the science of "networks." The approach is essentially story-based, supported by scientific findings, interdisciplinary approaches, and at times, even philosophical points of view. It also includes short illustrative anecdotes showing the amazing similarities between real-world paths and discusses their applications in science and everyday life. Paths will appeal to network scientists and to anyone interested in popular science. By helping readers to step away from the "networked" view of many recent popular scientific books and start to think of longer paths instead of individual links, it sheds light on these problems from a genuinely new perspective. The path is the goal. The essence behind this short sentence is known to many people around the world, expressed through the interpretations of some of the greatest thinkers like Lao-Tze and Gandhi. It means that it is the journey that counts, not the destination. When speaking about such subjective and intangible things, philosophy and religion are some of the only approaches that are addressed. In this book, the authors address this conventional wisdom from the perspective of natural science. They explore a sequence of steps that leads the reader closer to the nature of paths and accompany him on the search for "the path to paths".

Exploring the Path of Love
Exploring the Path of Love

Author: Nicky Huys

Publisher: Nicky Huys

Published: 2023-06-06

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13:

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"Exploring the Path of Love" is a profound and insightful guide that takes readers on a transformative journey through the intricate labyrinth of love. With wisdom and compassion, it delves into the depths of human connection, providing practical tools and profound insights to navigate the challenges and joys of relationships. From understanding the true nature of love and building healthy relationship patterns to embracing vulnerability, communication skills, and the art of compromise, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted dimensions of love. It delves into the psychological and sociological perspectives on love, explores the concept of love languages and individual preferences, and emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and personal growth. With practical exercises, thought-provoking reflections, and real-life examples, it guides readers in establishing healthy boundaries, overcoming personal barriers, and cultivating emotional intimacy. Whether you are single, in a relationship, or seeking love, this book equips you with the tools to create meaningful connections and find fulfillment on your unique love journey.

Adapt ability: Key Skills to Rising & Shining During Changing & Unforeseen Challenges!
Adapt ability: Key Skills to Rising & Shining During Changing & Unforeseen Challenges!

Author: Gerard Assey

Publisher: Gerard Assey

Published: 2024-05-23

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13:

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"Adaptability: Key Skills to Rising & Shining During Changing & Unforeseen Challenges!" is a transformative guide that equips readers with essential skills to thrive in an ever-changing world. Readers will discover the importance of adaptability in personal and professional life and gain practical strategies to enhance their ability to adapt and excel in the face of uncertainty. With a comprehensive approach, the book explores key traits, skills, and mindsets necessary for adaptability. It delves into topics such as developing a growth mindset, building resilience, enhancing emotional intelligence, embracing flexibility, cultivating learning agility, and more. Each chapter is filled with insightful examples, real-life stories, and actionable steps that empower readers to apply the concepts in their own lives. Readers will learn how to navigate workplace changes, adapt to personal life transitions, improve problem-solving and decision-making skills, build a supportive network, embrace innovation and creativity, overcome fear, and sustain adaptability in the long run. The book culminates with a powerful call to embrace change and unforeseen challenges, recognizing the transformative power of adaptability. With its practical wisdom and empowering guidance, "Adaptability" is a must-read for anyone seeking to thrive and shine amidst the unpredictable nature of our rapidly evolving world.

Mississippi's American Indians
Mississippi's American Indians

Author: James F. Barnett Jr.

Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi

Published: 2012-04-04

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 1617032468

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At the beginning of the eighteenth century, over twenty different American Indian tribal groups inhabited present-day Mississippi. Today, Mississippi is home to only one tribe, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. In Mississippi's American Indians, author James F. Barnett Jr. explores the historical forces and processes that led to this sweeping change in the diversity of the state's native peoples. The book begins with a chapter on Mississippi's approximately 12,000-year prehistory, from early hunter-gatherer societies through the powerful mound building civilizations encountered by the first European expeditions. With the coming of the Spanish, French, and English to the New World, native societies in the Mississippi region connected with the Atlantic market economy, a source for guns, blankets, and many other trade items. Europeans offered these trade materials in exchange for Indian slaves and deerskins, currencies that radically altered the relationships between tribal groups. Smallpox and other diseases followed along the trading paths. Colonial competition between the French and English helped to spark the Natchez rebellion, the Chickasaw-French wars, the Choctaw civil war, and a half-century of client warfare between the Choctaws and Chickasaws. The Treaty of Paris in 1763 forced Mississippi's pro-French tribes to move west of the Mississippi River. The Diaspora included the Tunicas, Houmas, Pascagoulas, Biloxis, and a portion of the Choctaw confederacy. In the early nineteenth century, Mississippi's remaining Choctaws and Chickasaws faced a series of treaties with the United States government that ended in destitution and removal. Despite the intense pressures of European invasion, the Mississippi tribes survived by adapting and contributing to their rapidly evolving world.

Novel Process Windows
Novel Process Windows

Author: Volker Hessel

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-03-23

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 3527328580

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This book introduces the concept of novel process windows, focusing on cost improvements, safety, energy and eco-efficiency throughout each step of the process. The first part presents the new reactor and process-related technologies, introducing the potential and benefit analysis. The core of the book details scenarios for unusual parameter sets and the new holistic and systemic approach to processing, while the final part analyses the implications for green and cost-efficient processing. With its practical approach, this is invaluable reading for those working in the pharmaceutical, fine chemicals, fuels and oils industries.