the edge of sentience jonathan birch

This is an open access title available under the terms of a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 International licence. It is free to read on the Oxford Academic platform and offered as a free PDF download from OUP and selected open access locations.Can octopuses feel pain and pleasure? What about crabs, shrimps, insects or spiders? How do we tell whether a person unresponsive after severe brain injury might be suffering? When does a fetus in the womb start to have conscious experiences? Could there even be rudimentary feelings in miniature models of the human brain, grown from human stem cells? And what about AI?These are questions about the edge of sentience, and they are subject to enormous, disorienting uncertainty. We desperately want certainty, but it is out of reach. The stakes are immense, and neglecting the risks can have terrible costs. We need to err on the side of caution, yet it s often far from clear what erring on the side of caution should mean in practice. When are we going too far? When are we not doing enough?The Edge of Sentience presents a comprehensive precautionary framework designed to help us reach ethically sound, evidence-based decisions despite our uncertainty. The book is packed with specific, detailed proposals intended to generate discussion and debate. At no point, however, does it offer any magic tricks to make our uncertainty go away. Uncertainty is with us for the long term. We must manage our uncertainty by taking precautions that are proportionate to the risks. It s time to start debating what those steps should be.

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The past, present and future of the world s most popular and beloved pet, from a leading evolutionary biologist and great cat lover.â ˜Engaging and wide-ranging â ¦ The Age of Cats is a readable and informed exploration of the wildcat that lurks within Fluffyâ ™ Washington PostWhy donâ ™t lions meow? Why does my cat leave a dead mouse at my feet? And why is a pet ocelot a bad idea?Jonathan B. Losos unravels the secrets of the cat using all the tools of modern technology, from GPS tracking (youâ ™ll be amazed where they roam) and genomics (what is your so-called Siamese cat, really?) to forensic archaeology. He tells the story of the catâ ™s domestication (if you can call it that) and gives us a cat s-eye view of the world today. Along the way we also meet their wild cousins, whose behaviours are eerily similar to even the sweetest of house cats.Drawing on his own research and life in his multi-cat household, Losos deciphers complex science and history and explores how selection, both natural and artificial, over the millennia has shaped the contemporary cat.Yet the cat, ever a predator, still seems to have only one paw out of the wild, and readily reverts to its feral ways as it occupies new habitats around the world. Looking ahead, this charming and intelligent book suggests what the future may hold for the special bond between Felis catus and Homo sapiens.

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A TIMES LAW TOP LEGAL READ 2025 A timely red alert that democratic values cannot be taken for granted The Times Incisive and eloquent The Telegraph Across the globe, democracy is in crisis - in the UK alone, it has been rocked by Brexit, the pandemic and successive attempts by governments to bypass legal norms. But how did this happen, and where might we go from here? Jonathan Sumption cuts through the political noise with acute analysis of the state of democracy today - from the vulnerabilities of international law to the deepening suppression of democracy activism in Hong Kong, and from the complexities of human rights legislation to the defence of freedom of speech. Timely, incisive and wholly original, Challenges of Democracy applies the brilliance of the cleverest man in Britain to the most urgent and far-reaching political issue of our day.

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This book is for anyone with ambitions to scale their impact at work in Asia. As a leader in Asia, you re standing at the edge of greatness â ” as an individual, a team, and an organization. This is a fast-growing market that truly resonates with mobile first, with a large and growing population that is incredibly young. Universal access to knowledge and technology is empowering the individual to be a powerful force for positive change in the world. So why do we feel so powerless?Every day, you are under immense pressure to perform at the top of your game. But perfection is such a fragile thing. It s not something you can cling on to, no matter how hard you work. Instead, you end up overwhelmed and burnt out. Somehow, somewhere, you got derailed. Where did you lose your edge? And more importantly, how do you get it back?This book will bring you into the corridors of power in Asia, the pantheon of the gods in the modern world. We dive into the murky depths of the minds of the most powerful individuals in organizations. I hope these incredible stories will not only engage your mind but inspire your corner-office lust when you realize that you, in fact, every one of us, are born for greatness.To dance on the edge of greatness.

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More than 1 million copies sold worldwide. Discover the world of the Wingfeather Saga.NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES Watch now on, Prime Video, Angel Studios App or Apple TV.Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved by their noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather.After living for years under the occupation by the evil Fangs of Dang, the Igiby children find a map rumoured to lead to the lost Jewels of Anniera - the one thing the Fangs will do anything to find. The family is thrown headlong into a perilous adventure, uncovering truths that will change their world forever.On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers groups are sure to enjoy discussing for its many layers of meaning.Extra features include new interior illustrations from Joe Sutphin, funny footnotes, a map of the fantastical world, and inventive appendices.Get this volume for your children and for yourself. It s the kind of story that belongs on a shelf alongside the Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit. є є є є є Reader reviewMy eldest enjoyed this series immensely, and I just finished reading it aloud to my younger three; the eldest listened in for most of it. What a well-written, exciting tale with plenty of mystery. Page turning, edge-of-your-seat reading that had our whole family spellbound. We dive into North or be Eaten tomorrow! є є є є є Reader reviewThe first book in the Wingfeather Saga. It grabs you and never lets go. I highly recommend this book by a seriously good author. є є є є є Reader reviewIt was the front cover that attracted me to this book and I m glad it did. The story is set in a magical world that felt so real. It manages to be both humorous and scary. The characters were well built and described so well that I felt I was in an RPG computer game! є є є є є Reader reviewThis is the beginning of a fantastic series of books. When you read this volume, you might find the creatures outlandish and the names of things silly, but there are deeper details at work. The three children and their adults are about to embark on a tremendous adventure while learning about sacrifice, perseverance, and love. є є є є є Reader review

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An epic adventure: from the Vikings to the Enlightenment, from barbaric outpost to global hub, this book tells the dazzling history of northern Europe s transformation by sea. Pye writes like a dream. Magnificent Jerry Brotton, author of A History of the World in Twelve Maps______________This is a story of saints and spies, of anglers and pirates, traders and marauders - and of how their wild and daring journeys across the North Sea built the world we know.When the Roman Empire retreated, northern Europe was a barbarian outpost at the very edge of everything. A thousand years later, it was the heart of global empires and the home of science, art, enlightenment and money. We owe this transformation to the tides and storms of the North Sea.Boats carried food and raw materials, but also new ideas and information. The seafarers raided, ruined and killed, but they also settled and coupled. With them they brought new tastes and technologies - books, science, clothes, paintings and machines. Drawing on an astonishing breadth of learning and packed with human stories and revelations, this is the epic drama of how we came to be who we are.______________ A closely-researched and fascinating characterisation of the richness of life and the underestimated interconnections of the peoples all around the medieval and early modern North Sea Chris Wickham, author of The Inheritance of Rome: A History of Europe from 400 to 1000 Elegant writing and extraordinary scholarship . . . Miraculous Hugh Aldersey-Williams, author of Periodic Tales and Anatomies Bristling, wide-ranged and big-themed . . . at its most meaningful, history involves a good deal of art and storytelling. Pye s book is full of both Russell Shorto, New York Times For anyone, like this reviewer, who is tired of medieval history as a chronicle of kings and kingdoms, knights and ladies, monks and heretics, The Edge of the World provides a welcome respite Prof Patrick J Geary, Wall Street Journal

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In The Edge of the Sea Rachel Carson introduces us to the strange and beautiful place where the sea meets the land. She explores a tide pool, an inaccessible cave, and watches a lone crab on the shore at midnight. From these, and other, encounters she offers us not just a scientifically accurate study of the ecology of the seashore, but also a hauntingly beautiful account of the fragile balance of life found at the edge of the sea.The Edge of the Sea, like all her writing, sounds a prophetic alarm for the damage mankind is doing to the natural world, but also offers us inspiration: here is beauty, here is something worth saving.

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The Ring of Solomon is a prequel to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**It is 950 BC, and King Solomon rules Jerusalem with a steely hand on which gleams a mystic ring of immense and unforgiving power.One of Solomonâ ™s magical slaves, the irrepressible djinni Bartimaeus, is stuck doing dead-end jobs for the king. But when Asmira, a young Sheban assassin, arrives to kill Solomon, steal the ring and save her country from his attack, she makes Bartimaeus an offer he canâ ™t refuse. If he helps her succeed, she will give him his freedom.What could possibly go wrong?Set in an alternate world controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages.As funny as ever. Stroud has lost none of his dazzle â “ Financial TimesDeservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize â “ Sunday Times

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A hundred miles from the mainland, half in the sea, half out of it. The rules are different here... This wild and fantastical middle-grade adventure is steeped in Celtic folklore and is perfect for fans of Sophie Anderson and Neil Gaiman.All 13-year-old Blair Zielinski wants is a way off the remote Scottish island her parents have dragged her to. Roscoe is home to thousands of deer, a couple of hundred people, a complete lack of cell signal, and some unusual violet-eyed creatures.Blair is miserable, until an otherworldly woman with antlers, one of the island s darkly magical fey folk, offers her an irresistible deal: complete three tasks and Blair s wish will be granted. As she unravels the island s secrets, Blair soon discovers that a fey bargain cannot be broken, and her wish has put everyone on Roscoe at risk. Can Blair find a way to save her family, and the place at the edge of the silver sea that she has come to call home?This wildly magical upper middle-grade fantasy explores family and friendship, the balance between humans and nature, and the people and places we embrace as our own. The Edge of the Silver Sea deftly weaves Celtic mythology and folklore with themes of environmentalism. This is the captivating US debut from Alex Mullarky: a bold new voice in children s fiction.

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How street vendors tangle with the law in São Paulo, Brazil.  With a little initiative and very little startup money, an outgoing individual might sell you a number of delights and conveniences familiar to city dwellersâ ”from cold water bottles while youâ ™re sitting in traffic to a popsicle from a cart on a summer afternoon in the park. Such vendors form a significant share of the workforce in São Paulo, Brazil, but their ubiquity belies perpetual struggle. Some have the right to practice their trade; others do not. All of them strive to make itâ ”or stay afloat.  In The Edge of the Law, sociologist Jacinto Cuvi introduces us to the world of street vendors and teases out the relationship between the construction of legality and the experience of citizenship. As São Pauloâ ™s city government undertakes a large-scale plan to cancel street vending licenses and evict street vendors, Cuvi reveals how the rights of informal workers can be revoked or withheld and how the lines can be redrawn between work that is â œlegal⠝ and work that takes place under constant fear of law enforcement. Alongside the mechanics of disenfranchisement, Cuvi captures the lived experience of criminalization, dissecting the distribution of (shallow) rights among vendors who continually reinvent strategies to eke out a living while dealing with the constraints and pressures of informal citizenship at the edge of the law. Â

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Hilarious sequel to The Caravan at the Edge of Doom, perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett, David Walliams and Roald Dahl!Twelve-year old Harley is happy to be back home after her adventures in the Land of the Dead. But strange things soon start happening. A bunch of Restless Souls turn up in at school, the portal of doom breaks AND everyone thinks Harley has blown up her best friend Bess. Is this all connected to a mysterious ancient prophecy that everyone in the Land of the Dead keeps talking about⠦? There⠙s only one thing for it. Harley has to unleash her inner Legendary Hero and head Beyond Life for more monsters, mysteries and mayhem!This must-read sequel to the The Caravan at the Edge of Doom is full of heart, humour and heroism.

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Striking THE TIMES Uplifting and moving BBC RADIO 2 A meditation on connection between humans and animals, and the homes we make in wild places. I was completely immersed KATHERINE MAYCatherine Munro transforms her life when she moves to Shetland to study the hardy ponies who call this archipelago home. Over the course of her first year, she is welcomed into the rhythms and routines that characterise life at the edge of the world.When faced with personal loss, Catherine finds comfort and connection in the shared lives of the people, animals and wild landscapes of Shetland. Ponies at the Edge of the World is a heartfelt love letter to the beauty and resilience of these magical ponies and their native land. This is a stunning book on community, hope and finding home.

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Join the club, find the magic!The second book in a BRILLIANT new series brimming with adventure, friendship and an amazing array of magical creatures! A must-read for fans of Beast Quest, The Boy Who Grew Dragons and The Naughtiest Unicorn.Aisha and Jayden are officially members of the Secret Beast Club and ready for another mission!This time a dragon is on the loose in Birmingham and about to cause havoc - unless the Secret Beast Club can track him down! But with a dragon hunter also on the trail, it s a race against time to find the dragon and get him to safety! Inspired by the real life story of Pablo Fanque - the first Black circus owner - and featuring fun facts about the magical creatures within each story, this exciting new series for 6+ readers is not to be missed!

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The world is full of magical spaces, hidden from sight by Bewilder Bubbles where all kinds of amazing Secret Beasts live . . It s my job to make sure the Bewilder Bubbles remain invisible and the creatures within are kept safe. Leila said.Jayden shook his head, his eyes wide. Impossible. Impossible or I m possible? It really depends on how you look at it, shrugged Leila.Aisha and Jayden are definitely not fans of Outside.Aisha would rather be home playing on her tablet or messaging her friends.Jayden thinks the worlds inside his books are much more exciting than the real one beyond his window.But when they are asked to join the Secret Beast Club, a centuries-old secret group that protects mythological creatures, Aisha and Jayden discover that real magic could be closer than they think . . . you just have to know where to look . . .Inspired by the real life story of Pablo Fanque - the first Black circus owner - and featuring fun facts about the magical creatures within each story, this exciting new series for 6+ readers is not to be missed!

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A remarkable account of Kurt Gödel, weaving together creative genius, mental illness, political corruption, and idealism in the face of the turmoil of war and upheaval. At age 24, a brilliant Austrian-born mathematician published a mathematical result that shook the world. Nearly a hundred years after Kurt Gödel s famous 1931 paper On Formally Undecidable Propositions appeared, his proof that every mathematical system must contain propositions that are true - yet never provable within that system - continues to pose profound questions for mathematics, philosophy, computer science, and artificial intelligence. His close friend Albert Einstein, with whom he would walk home every day from Princeton s famous Institute for Advanced Study, called him the greatest logician since Aristotle. He was also a man who felt profoundly out of place in his time, rejecting the entire current of 20th century philosophical thought in his belief that mathematical truths existed independent of the human mind, and beset by personal demons of anxiety and paranoid delusions that would ultimately lead to his tragic end from self-starvation.Drawing on previously unpublished letters, diaries, and medical records, Journey to the Edge of Reason offers the most complete portrait yet of the life of one of the 20th century s greatest thinkers. Stephen Budiansky s account brings to life the remarkable world of philosophical and mathematical creativity of pre-war Vienna, and documents how it was barbarically extinguished by the Nazis. He charts Gödel s own hair s-breadth escape from Nazi Germany to the scholarly idyll of Princeton; and the complex, gently humorous, sensitive, and tormented inner life of this iconic but previously enigmatic giant of modern science. Weaving together Gödel s public and private lives, this is a tale of creative genius, mental illness, political corruption, and idealism in the face of the turmoil of war and upheaval.

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The Edge of Yesterday is a haunting contemporary speculative novel about time travel and finding yourself from award-winning author Rita Woods.Greer Coffey is a principal dancer with a renowned Harlem company. Sebastian Coffey is an architect with a prestigious Midtown firm. The Coffey’s are the ultimate dream couple — until their world completely unravels. After Greer develops a career ending neurologic disorder, she finds herself back in her hometown of Detroit. Angry, lonely, her marriage buckling under the strain, she takes to aimlessly wandering the city streets. One night, she stumbles through a vortex, a portal through time that transports her back into 1925 Detroit, where she meets a handsome, charming doctor.Dr. Montgomery Gray is a member of Detroit’s Black Aristocracy, wealthy and connected to some of the most powerful Black families in the country. Detroit in 1925 is the beating heart of an industrial nation, but it is also a tinderbox of poor immigrants, Prohibition driven gang wars, and the Klan. As a member of the Talented Tenth, Monty is expected to be the tip of the spear in the fight for the Race, no matter the cost. Exhausted, frustrated, and longing to break free of expectations, he is stunned to find a woman from the future roaming Detroit’s Black Bottom.Initially cautious, Monty and Greer slowly grow increasingly exhilarated with the visits. For Greer, 1925 offers an escape from the sorrow of her real life, and for Monty, the future that Greer lays before him is irresistible. But 2025 becomes gradually less and less recognizable, as each visit back through time causes increasing rips in the timeline. Ultimately, Greer finds herself trapped in 1925 and Monty is forced into a deadly confrontation that changes the trajectory of his life.

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The true and fascinating story of Easter Island and its amazing statues KEN FOLLETTWhere did they come from? How did they get there? Why did they carve the islandâ ™s colossal iconic statues â “ and how? What happened to the civilisation they created?These are just a few of the questions about Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, that have puzzled generations.Europeans first encountered the Islanders in the early eighteenth century, bringing back astonishing tales from one of the most remote inhabited places on Earth. They told fantastic stories of lost continents, cannibalism, giants and aliens. Thor Heyerdahl claimed that the island was discovered by pale-skinned sailors from South America, ignoring the rightful claims of the greatest explorers the world has ever known. Recently, the idea that Islanders cut down all the trees, causing mass starvation and social collapse, has been espoused by scientists, broadcasters and politicians. Now, in archaeologist Mike Pittsâ ™s superb investigation, Island at the Edge of the World, he provides authoritative new insights into what really happened.Using the latest scientific and archaeological research, plus a huge range of historical accounts, Pitts builds a fascinating new portrait of the Islandersâ ™ story. In particular, Pitts revives the life work of Katherine Routledge, who spent sixteen months on the island in 1914-15, surviving revolution and war, assembling a priceless but largely ignored archive of excavations and interviews - and whose legacy reveals the rapacious interference that spawned generations of false histories. Many questions still remain, but this is the most compelling and comprehensive account yet published of the extraordinary story of Easter Island.

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Fans of David Baldacci, Lee Child, David Silva and Mark Dawson, brace yourselves - you won t be able to put this one down. - Reader Review Absolutely brilliant. If I could give it 10 stars I would - Reader Review__________________________________________________________________________They thought John Beckett would be an easy target. They thought wrong. Deep undercover as a ruthless crime lord’s right-hand man, secret service officer John Beckett’s mission suddenly takes a deadly turn. When a mysterious data leak puts his life on the line, he must make a choice that will change his life forever.On the run and with danger tailing him, Beckett races against time to save his niece, Amber, from vicious kidnappers. But with deadly threats closing in, he comes to the startling revelation he can trust no one… not even his closest allies.The streets of London become a battlefield as Beckett struggles to stay one step ahead of his enemies and protect Amber - all the while confronting the dark truth about The Consortium, a shadowy organisation that will stop at nothing to maintain its grip on power.Can Beckett save Amber and bring down those intent on destroying him? Or will he become the ultimate pawn in their deadly game? Only one thing is certain… danger lurks in every shadow and time is not on Beckett s side.Darkness On The Edge Of Town is a fast-paced thrill ride that’s perfect for fans of David Baldacci, Lee Child, Robert Ludlum and Stephen Leather_____________________________________________________________________________What readers are saying:????? “This was one heck of an action-packed story, it had me hooked from the start. It’s tense, dark and violent, I loved it!”????? “If you are a fan of films like the Bourne series or reading Jack Reacher, then you will absolutely love this book…twists and turns and danger round every bend.”????? “I had to remind myself to take breaths at times, I was so caught up in the intensity of the moment.”????? “Fast paced with lots of action that will keep you reading one page to the next.”????? “An absolutely excellent novel. Full of twists, turns and tension.”????? “Non-stop action and a real good story. Great characters and plot and if you like adventure fiction then you will enjoy this as much as I have.”

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SHORTLISTED FOR SCOTLAND S NATIONAL NON-FICTION BOOK AWARD 2023Today, there are more borders in the world than ever before in human history. In this book James Crawford argues that our enduring obsession with borders has brought us to a crisis point: that we are entering the endgame of a process that began thousands of years ago, when we first started dividing up the earth.Beginning with the earliest known marker which denoted the end of one land and the beginning of the next, Crawford follows the story of borders into our fragile and uncertain future - towards the virtual frontiers of the internet, and the shifting geography of a world beset by climate change. In the process, he travels to many borders old and new: from a melting border high in the glacial landscapes of the Austrian-Italian Alps to the only place on land where Europe and Africa meet; from the artist Banksy s Walled Off Hotel in the conflict-torn West Bank to the Sonoran Desert and the fault lines of the US/Mexico border.Combining history, travel and reportage, The Edge of the Plain explores how borders have grown and evolved to take control of our landscapes, our memories, our identities and our destinies. As nationalism, climate change, globalisation, technology and mass migration all collide with ever-hardening borders, something has to give. And Crawford asks, is it time to let go of the lines that divide us?

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WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN S BOOK PRIZE 2025 An unusual, intricate, delightfully grotesque rhyming picture book The Guardian⠘[a] gorgeously illustrated, gothic gourmet giggle⠙ Daily MailWelcome to the Café at the Edge of the Woods, the utterly charming and mesmerising new picture book from BAFTA award-winning writer Mikey Please.Rene s dreams have finally come true! She s opened a café beside an enchanted wood, and with the help of a newfound waiter, Glumfoot, she is ready to serve the finest cuisine! But the locals seem to favour a most peculiar palette, requesting all sorts of disgusting things.Can Glumfoot s quick-thinking save the day?Join Rene and Glumfoot in this incredible other-worldly story full of magical humour, mythical creatures and culinary curiosities.CREATOR AND CODIRECTOR OF THE OSCAR-NOMINATED ANIMATED FILM ROBIN ROBIN, AS SHOWN ON NETFLIX I really, really love this story ⠓ Jon Klassen

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Toby Withers, a young man with epilepsy, leaves New Zealand after the death of his mother. While on board a ship to England, he meets Zoe, a middle-aged woman looking for a life of meaning and Pat, an Irishman who claims to have many friends but treats people with carelessness. Alike in their alienation, all three embark on a new life in London, piecing together an existence in the margins of the urban world. The Edge of the Alphabet, the third novel by Janet Frame, one of New Zealandâ ™s foremost writers of the twentieth century, is a piercing, startlingly strange work about identity, the post-colonial experience and the search for connection in a lonely world, published here on the centenary of her birth with a new foreword by Catherine Lacey.

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The Physio is an incredibly powerful, and totally unforgettable, narrative that explores the present and the past of author, Jonathan Smith, a man whose life has been upended by Parkinsons - a condition that threatens to take away his independence and identity. As he painstakingly relearns to perform the simplest tasks with his left hand, he is forced to confront his limitations and the reality of his condition. But it is within the walls of the physiotherapy room that Jonathan finds an unexpected ally in Clare, his physiotherapist - whose expertise and adventurous spirit challenge him to push beyond his boundaries. As Jonathan grapples with the frustrations of daily life, Clare becomes more than just a therapist; she becomes a mentor and confidante. Their relationship, rooted in mutual respect and understanding, blossoms as they share stories, fears, and laughter - each session a step closer to Jonathan s physical and emotional healing. But the book is also a vivid account of the books and plays that he has written as well as those that he has read, and one begins to understand that this is not just a book about healing but an autobiography, a total life, viewed through the lens of literature.

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The unsolved mystery of a murder lies at the heart of this page-turning story of a young couple who are struggling to find happiness and meaning in their lives together . . . perfect for fans of Claire Douglas!â ˜A story about extraordinary events happening to ordinary peopleâ ™ Banbury Guardian___________When Ben was seven, his mother was murdered in the woods while he waited for her in their car.The case made the front pages, but her killer was never found.Thirty years later, Ben has a safe, grown-up life: a job, a ramshackle cottage and, most importantly, a happy marriage to Rebecca.His mother has receded to the corners of his mind, lingering only in the nightmares that won t quite go away.Then Rebecca takes on a new job, painting a fairy-tale fresco for a wealthy businessman who starts asking questions about Ben s mother . . .Is it time for the truth to come out - and for Ben to face the questions he s never dared ask before?___________Love for The House at the Edge of the Woods . . .* Breathtaking. ** Full of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged and intrigued ** Superb compelling reading. Excellent novel. ** An intriguing premise and some thoughtful storytelling. ** The unravelling of the story worked well ... I was fully satisfied by the end. *

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One of those rare novels that leave us different people at the end than we were at the beginning. GLORIA STEINEM She is a serious writer who deserves the sort of considered attention which, too often, she does not get... MARGARET ATWOOD_______________________________________Often compared to Margaret Atwood s The Handmaid s Tale and Naomi Alderman s The Power - Woman on the Edge of Time has been hailed as a classic of speculative science fiction. Disturbing and forward thinking, Marge Piercy s remarkable novel will speak to a new generation of readers.Connie Ramos has been unjustly incarcerated in a mental institution with no hope of release. The authorities view her as a danger to herself and to others. Her family has given up on her.But Connie has a secret - a way to escape the confines of her cell. She can see the future. . .For fans of THE HANDMAID S TALE and THE POWER, this is a reissue of a much loved feminist classic.

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A NEW SCIENTIST BEST SCIENCE FICTION BOOK OF 2024 Beautifully written and exquisitely tense C.J. COOKE A masterwork of vision and power MANDA SCOTTA lone ship journeys south, heading for the furthest reaches of Antarctica. It belongs to Sky, the billionaire behind a groundbreaking project to salvage the region. On board is disgraced environmental activist Ivy Cunningham, lending her expertise in the hope that it might rescue her reputation - and perhaps even mend her broken relationship with her son. And yet, as the ship moves ever deeper into the breathtaking but eerie landscape, Ivy grows increasingly suspicious of her fellow passengers, and starts to question the project s motives. If she could leave, she would - but she knows there s no way home. Exhilarating, terrifying and thought-provoking at once, The Edge of Solitude is a story of climate emergency and human fallibility, of the clash of ambition and principle, and of the choices we make when we know that time is running out.

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Sometimes the closer you get to justice, the deadlier it becomes When decorated FBI undercover agent Scott Sinclair suffers a gunshot wound in his right arm, the injury threatens his future career in the field. He is determined to regain his former job by training himself to use his left hand, and failure is not an option--especially when he s unofficially pulled into an investigation. Tori Mitchell is a passionate crime reporter and podcaster who has dedicated her life to seeking justice. Her relentless pursuit of the truth has freed a wrongfully convicted man from prison, making Tori an enemy of the true killer. When her nephew is accused of a different murder, nothing can stop her from getting involved and clearing his name. Soon after Tori and Scott reconnect on the case, shots are fired, leaving them to wonder which of them has been targeted. As the investigation intensifies, so do the threats and the sparks between them, but Tori s doubtful if she can extend grace and trust to Scott. They ll have to combine their skills and rely on their growing relationship to outsmart the killer. Perfect for fans of Lynette Eason, Lynn H. Blackburn, Elizabeth Goddard, and readers who love faith-based fiction and edge-of-your-seat thrillers, this riveting, clean romantic suspense delivers heart-pounding danger and forced-proximity romance.

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Bridget Jones, the original singleton, is back and her life is as chaotic as ever in The Edge of Reason, the number one bestseller from Helen Fielding. The Wilderness Years are over! But for how long?Bridget s second diary takes us through a year that begins with man-of-her-dreams Mark Darcy (who never does the washing up) and lurches onwards through a sea of self-help books and lunatic advice from her mad friends. Struggling with the challenges of a boyfriend-stealing beauty, an eight-foot hole in the wall and a builder obsessed with large reservoir fish, Bridget decides it s time for a spiritual epiphany.And so she departs Notting Hill for the sparkling shores of Thailand . . .Bridget is back.

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Love doesn’t die; people do . . .At the edge of Chicago, nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, is a waystation for the dead. Every night, the newly departed travel through the city to the Station, guided by its lighthouse. There, they reckon with their lives before stepping aboard a boat to go beyond.Nera has spent decades watching her father – the ferryman of the dead – sail across the lake, every night just like the last.But tonight something is wrong.The Station s lighthouse has started to flicker out. The terrifying, ghostly Haunts have multiplied in the city. And now a person – a living person – has found her way onto the boat.Her name is Charlie. She followed a song. And she is searching for someone she lost.A devastating story of magic, family and those who leave us – but who might not remain lost.

Objev podobné jako The Lighthouse at the Edge of the World - J. R. Dawson

The Core Text Series takes the reader straight to the heart of the subject, providing a reliable and invaluable guide for students of law at all levels. Written by leading academics and renowned for their clarity, these concise texts explain the intellectual challenges of each area of the law.The Law of Trusts provides a concise, yet academically rigorous, textbook that skilfully engages with both controversial and complex issues within the subject. James Penner offers perceptive analysis and original and thought-provoking commentary to give students an excellent grounding in what is considered to be a challenging subject. Drawing on a variety of learning features, including summaries of key issues discussed in each chapter, must-read cases, assessment questions, and carefully selected further reading, this approachable and thorough textbook equips students with the tools they need to engage critically with the subject.Digital formats and resourcesThe twelfth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources.· The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks· The online resources include: bi-annual updates on the latest key developments in equity trusts, and self-test questions on key topics, with feedback, providing an opportunity for students to test and consolidate their learning.

Objev podobné jako The Law of Trusts - Jonathan Penner

For more than two thousand years the people of St Kilda remained remote from the world. Their society was viable, utopian even; but in the nineteenth century the islands were discovered by missionaries, do-gooders and tourists, who brought with them money, disease and despotism. In 1930, the few remaining islanders were evacuated, no longer able to support themselves.An exploration of the life and death of the remote Hebridean society, Island on the Edge of the World is a moving account of human endeavour.

Objev podobné jako Island on the Edge of the World - Charles Maclean

A beautifully written tale of courage, friendship, and survival.Imagine a tiny island far out in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Scotland. On some days, you can hardly see where the sea ends and the land begins, everything merged in a blue-grey mist of sea spray and wind-blown sand. There is nothing between here and America. I say nothing, but what I mean, of course, is nothing but ocean. And about sixty-five kilometres out to sea, one last remote outcrop of islands and sea stacks, with the highest sea cliffs anywhere in the UK-St Kilda. Distant, desolate, and difficult to reach. The islands at the edge of the world . . .

Objev podobné jako To the Edge of the World - Julia Greenová

From the prize-winning author of Motherless Brooklyn, a daring, riotous, sweeping novel that spins the tale of two friends and their adventures in late 20th-century America.This is the story of two boys, Dylan Ebdus and Mingus Rude. They live in Brooklyn and are friends and neighbours; but since Dylan is white and Mingus is black, their friendship is not simple.This is the story of 1970s America, a time when the simplest decisions - what music you listen to, whether to speak to the kid in the seat next to you, whether to give up your lunch money - are laden with potential political, social and racial disaster. This is also the story of 1990s America, when nobody cared anymore.This is the story of what would happen if two teenaged boys obsessed with comic book heroes actually had superpowers: they would screw up their lives.

Objev podobné jako The Fortress of Solitude - Jonathan Lethem

For centuries following the fall of Rome, Western Europe was backward and benighted, locked into the Dark Ages. Arab culture, however, was thriving, and had become a powerhouse of intellectual exploration and discussion that dazzled the likes of British adventurer Adelard of Bath. This title restores credit to the Arab thinkers of the past.

Objev podobné jako The House of Wisdom - Jonathan Lyons

The first volume in the brilliant, bestselling Bartimaeus sequence.When the 5,000-year-old djinni Bartimaeus is summoned by Nathaniel, a young magician s apprentice, he expects to have to do nothing more taxing than a little levitation or a few simple illusions. But Nathaniel is a precocious talent and has something rather more dangerous in mind: revenge. Against his will, Bartimaeus is packed off to steal the powerful Amulet of Samarkand from Simon Lovelace, a master magician of unrivalled ruthlessness and ambition. Before long, both djinni and apprentice are caught up in a terrifying flood of magical intrigue, murder and rebellion.Set in a modern-day London controlled by magicians, this hilarious, electrifying thriller will enthral readers of all ages.

Objev podobné jako The Amulet of Samarkand - Jonathan Stroud

The next phase of the interconnected cross-publisher initiative, Star Wars: The High Republic, an all-new era of Star Wars storytelling. In the all-new era of the glorious HIGH REPUBLIC, the noble and wise Jedi Knights must face a frightening threat to themselves, the galaxy, and to the Force itself... Long before the Nihil cast their shadow over the Republic, an unexpected encounter threatened the Jedi Knights and their exploration of the Outer Rim.An encounter so mystifying the aftermath still ripples through the galaxy... (c) TM 2022 LUCASFILM LTDCopyright (c) 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved.One hundred and fifty years before Starlight Beacon shone its light into the Outer Rim, the galaxy was filled with new threats and nameless unknowns. The distant planet Banchii is still unexplored when the young Wookiee Jedi Arkoff journeys to Dalna to aid his fellow Jedi in the fight against the secretive faction the Path of the Open Hand. Along with his former Master Ravna and her droid ZZ, Arkoff joins the fight at the Battle of Dalna, and during the struggle a terrifying threat emerges.Arkoff s longtime friend, Jedi Knight Azlin Rell, falls victim to an unseen force whose effect on the Jedi is unlike anything previously encountered. Will Arkoff s past come back to haunt him, or will it be the key to tilting the balance in their fight against the Nihil over a century later?

Objev podobné jako Star Wars: The High Republic: The Edge of Balanceâ

Dr Rob Collins and the curators of the remarkable collections from Hadrian s Wall present a striking new contribution to understanding the archaeology of a Roman frontier.Dr Rob Collins and the curators of the remarkable collections from Hadrian s Wall present a striking new contribution to understanding the archaeology of a Roman frontier.This highly illustrated volume showcases the artifacts recovered from archaeological investigations along Hadrian s Wall in order to examine the daily lives of those living along the Northern Frontier of the Roman Empire. Presented by theme, no other book offers such a diverse and thorough range of the rich material culture of the Wall.The accompanying text provides an ethnographic perspective, guiding us through the everyday lives of the people of frontier communities, from the Commanding Officer to the local farmer. This holistic view allows us an insight into the homes and communities, how people dressed, what they ate and drank, their religions and beliefs, domestic and military forms of security, and how they conducted their business and pleasure.

Objev podobné jako Living on the Edge of Empire - Rob Collins

A massive, interconnected cross-publisher initiative focused on an all-new era of Star Wars storytelling.The galaxy has been plunged into darkness as the fearsome Nihil continue their destructive advance from the Outer Rim!As brave Jedi Knights fight to protect the Jedi Temple on Banchii in the battle against the Nihil, Jedi Master Yoda must find a way to protect the younglings who call the planet home. But the fearsome Marchion Ro, the Eye of the Nihil, has other plans for the Jedi Master, as he unleashes his most terrifying weapon against the champions of justice yet…

Objev podobné jako Star Wars: The High Republic: The Edge of Balance-Premonition - Daniel José Older

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR POLITICAL WRITING A brilliant personal account of China s borderlands and peoples Francis Fukuyama Edward Wong is about as knowledgeable a guide to China as a reader could ever hope to find Barbara DemickIn 1962, Edward Wong s father, disillusioned with Communism, fled China for Hong Kong and later the USA. From then on, he rarely spoke of his homeland, or his years crisscrossing the country in Mao s People s Liberation Army.Much later, Edward became Beijing bureau chief for The New York Times, and was drawn into investigating his father s past even as he assessed a resurgent China under Xi Jinping. Witnessing civil rights struggles in Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong, Wong reached a deeper understanding of his family and the nation. This chronicle of nearly a century of momentous change reveals China as it catapulted into the superpower age.

Objev podobné jako At the Edge of Empire - Edward Wong

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR POLITICAL WRITING A brilliant personal account of China s borderlands and peoples Francis Fukuyama Edward Wong is about as knowledgeable a guide to China as a reader could ever hope to find Barbara DemickIn 1962, Edward Wong s father, disillusioned with Communism, fled China for Hong Kong and later the USA. From then on, he rarely spoke of his homeland, or his years crisscrossing the country in Mao s People s Liberation Army.Much later, Edward became Beijing bureau chief for The New York Times, and was drawn into investigating his father s past even as he assessed a resurgent China under Xi Jinping. Witnessing civil rights struggles in Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong, Wong reached a deeper understanding of his family and the nation. This chronicle of nearly a century of momentous change reveals China as it catapulted into the superpower age.

Objev podobné jako At the Edge of Empire - Edward Wong

Even the most enthusiastic of maths students probably at one time wondered when exactly it would all prove useful in real life . Well, maths reaches so far and wide through our world that, love it or hate it, we re all doing maths almost every minute of every day.David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee go in search of the perfect labyrinth, journey back to the second century in pursuit of bubble maths , reveal the weirdest mathematicians in history and transform the bewildering into the beautiful, delighting us once again.

Objev podobné jako Weirder Maths: At the Edge of the Possible - David Darling, Agnijo Banerjee

Hope House is more than just a building - it s a place of magic and mystery. . .When Amal and her family unexpectedly inherit the enchanted clifftop home, they can t believe their luck. But their joy is short-lived when a mysterious couple arrives, claiming the house is theirs and giving Amal s family just thirty days to pack up their stuff and leave before they demolish it completely.The clock is ticking, and Amal is determined to save Hope House from destruction. How will she unravel the secrets of the house and its mysterious benefactor in time to save it?A page-turning, lyrical mystery with a magical twist, perfect for fans of Matt Goodfellow, Onjali Q. Raúf and Disney s Encanto. Featuring accessible text in verse and beautiful illustrations throughout.

Objev podobné jako The House At The Edge of The World - Nadine Aisha Jassat

A massive, interconnected cross-publisher initiative focused on an all-new era of Star Wars storytelling.It is a dark and dangerous time for the galaxy, and the Jedi of the High Republic must face their greatest trials yet...Despite barely surviving a vicious battle against the Nihil and the Nameless, Jedi Knight Lily Tora-Asi knows the fight to protect the Jedi Temple on Banchii and the people of that frontier world is far from over.With a fearsome army led by the infamous Nihil scientist Baron Boolan headed their way, Lily must trust her allies and dig deep to face their biggest challenge yet!As Lily and her friends try to rebuild their defenses in time, Master Sav Malagán and Master Arkoff vow to rescue their comrades taken by the Nihil. Sav will have to look within her past to find the only person who can possibly help…

Objev podobné jako Star Wars: The High Republic: The Edge of Balance, Vol. 4 - Shima Shinya

Democracy is future-oriented and self-correcting: today s problems can be solved, we are told, in tomorrow s elections. But the biggest issues facing the modern world - from climate collapse and pandemics to recession and world war - each apparently bring us to the edge of the irreversible. What happens to democracy when the future seems no longer open? In this eye-opening history of ideas, Jonathan White investigates how politics has long been directed by shifting visions of the future, from the birth of ideologies in the nineteenth century to Cold War secrecy and the excesses of the neoliberal age. As an inescapable sense of disaster defines our politics, White argues that a political commitment to the long-term may be the best way to safeguard democracy. Wide in scope and sharply observed, In the Long Run is a history of the future that urges us to make tomorrow new again.

Objev podobné jako In the Long Run - Jonathan White

An adept purveyor of the very noir - The Times

Objev podobné jako The Wheel of Doll - Jonathan Ames

When her grandparents explode in their caravan toilet late one night, twelve-year-old Harley discovers a surprising truth: their toilet is a gateway to the Land of the Dead, and they are its Guardians. Well, they were. But there s no time to mourn their passing. Because Harley s baby brother has accidentally gone with them to the Land of the Dead. And Harley only has 24 hours to rescue him before he s trapped there FOREVER!This hilarious and heartbreaking debut features exploding grandparents, unexpected heroes and a truly EPIC adventure.

Objev podobné jako The Caravan at the Edge of Doom - Jim Beckett

A funny and fast-paced middle grade fantasy adventure, packed full of zany humour and memorable characters, perfect for fans of Nevermoor and Greenwild. Sometimes you are a whisper away from magic without even realizing it. Nine is an orphan pickpocket determined to escape her life in the Nest of a Thousand Treasures. When she steals a house-shaped ornament from a mysterious womanâ ™s purse, she knocks on its tiny door and watches it grow into a huge, higgledy-piggeldy house. Inside she finds a host of magical and brilliantly funny characters, including Flabberghast â “ a young wizard whoâ ™s particularly competitive at hopscotch â “ and a hideous troll housekeeper whoâ ™s emotionally attached to his feather duster. They have been placed under an extraordinary spell, which they are desperate for Nine to break â “ and if she can, maybe they can offer her a new life in returnâ ¦ A Diana Wynne Jones-ish adventure fizzing with imagination. Such fun â “ I loved it! â “ Sinead O Hart A wonder-filled book that revels in magic and mayhem. â “ Abi Elphinstone Wildly imaginative and relentlessly entertaining. It is a story like no other and I absolutely adored it! â “ David Walliams

Objev podobné jako The House at the Edge of Magic - Amy Sparkes

Heartstopper meets Nimona meets Legends Lattes in this stunning graphic novel where Soup must battle her evil boss in a fantastical cooking competition. At seventeen, Soup is at a crossroads, eager to make her mark on the world, yet reluctant to leave the restaurant she calls home. The last thing on her to-do list is to overthrow the patriarchy, but when her elven boss snaps at her she begins to see his pattern of abuse, starting in the kitchen. Somethingâ ™s got to give, and the answer is simple: a bet for the restaurant. If Soup wins the cooking competition, sheâ ™ll claim the business and protect her village. If she loses, sheâ ™ll have to leave her home and stand by as the food community she loves is razed to the ground.With friends and chosen family rallying around her, Soup has a chance to win. Yet, everyone knows villains donâ ™t fight fair and this restaurateur is not going to give up his throne so easily . . .

Objev podobné jako The Restaurant at the Edge of the World - Oliver Gerlach

Kniha - autor Michael Pye, 400 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Bestselling historian Michael Pye tells how the North Sea transformed Northern Europe from a barbaric outpost to the centre of everything, building the world as we know it. Brimming with rollicking adventures, vivid characters and witty observations. Now in paperback.

Objev podobné jako The Edge of the World: How the North Sea Made Us Who We Are (0241963834)

Abandoned at a remote island school, Faye discovers she hasbeen sent there for a wicked crime. Can she tackle the sinistermysteries of the island and discover the secrets within herself?

Objev podobné jako The Island at the Edge of Night - Lucy Strange

Everything you were afraid to find out about the heat of noon and grandmaâ ™s old tales comes together in this English language debut of an award-winning and bestselling young Russian writer.

Objev podobné jako The Village at the Edge of Noon - Darya Bobyleva