Michael White Libri

La fama di Leonardo è dovuta soprattutto alla bellezza insuperata dei capolavori artistici, che ancora ammiriamo. Eppure un attento esame della sua opera e dei suoi scritti rivela un altro Leonardo: lo scienziato e l'inventore. Le sue riflessioni scientifiche, che in molti casi anticiparono quelle di Galileo, Keplero, Harvey, Newton, cominciarono a essere conosciute solo due secoli dopo la sua morte. I suoi taccuini contengono progetti per macchine d'assedio, studi sul volo degli uccelli, classificazione dei crateri lunari. In questa biografia Michael White di il ritratto di un uomo che non fu soltanto un insaziabile erudito e un intellettuale dai vasti interessi, ma un vero e proprio rivoluzionario della conoscenza.

Oxford, Inghilterra. La prima vittima ha la gola squarciata e il torace aperto: il cuore è stato asportato e al suo posto c'è una moneta d'oro con incisa una scena egizia. Dodici ore dopo, il secondo omicidio: ancora una studentessa. All'interno del cranio, dove il cervello è stato rimosso, brilla una moneta, questa volta d'argento...La polizia brancola nel buio. La ritualità degli omicidi suscita l'interessa di Laura Niven, presente per caso sulla scena dei crimini. Giornalista di nera al New York Post ed esperta di storia medievale, Laura inizia a fare ricerche nella Biblioteca Bodleriana ell'Università, consultando libri di numismatica, astrologia e scienze occulte. Le sue indagini la portano indietro nel tempo, a fatti oscuri accaduti nella cittadina universitaria nel 1851, e prima ancora, nel XVII secolo, presso la Royal Society, sede degli esperimenti alchemici di Isaac Newton. Le analogie cominciano a delinearsi e intanto l'assassino continua a colpire. Laura ormai ha capito che non si fermerà prima di aver completato il suo diabolico piano. Lei sola può fermarlo e riscrivere il finale. Scienza, storia e occultismo si fondono magistralmente in questo thriller entusiasmante, che squarcia il velo sui misteri dell'alchimia.

In the post-1945 era, the aircraft carrier has remained a valued weapon despite the development of nuclear weapons, cruise and ballistic missiles, and highly capable submarines. At times, as in the early days of the Korean and Vietnam Wars and in the Falklands conflict, carriers alone could deploy high- performance aircraft to the battlefield.

The book offers a structured forty-day journey aimed at helping Catholics restore their faith and deepen their involvement in their local parish. Through a series of reflective practices and actionable steps, it encourages spiritual renewal and community engagement, fostering a stronger connection to both personal beliefs and the church.

Focusing on the practical application of narrative therapy, this book presents detailed accounts of five key areas: re-authoring conversations, remembering conversations, scaffolding conversations, definitional ceremony, and externalizing conversations. It features transcripts, commentary, and skills training exercises to enhance understanding and application in therapeutic settings. With diagrammatic charts outlining these conversations, the book serves as a valuable resource for both seasoned practitioners and newcomers, reinforcing the therapeutic potential of narrative practice.

Unlike some guides that give you just the basics that you need to get started, this book teaches you everything you need to know about using Python including what you can use it for. Python is a diverse language and is the foundation of much of what we use in the world today. Most data applications, many websites and machine learning are all powered by Python and you'll be pleased to learn that it really isn't difficult to learn. The book is divided into five sections to make it easier for the reader: Part 1 - Data Structures and Algorithms Part 2 - Machine Learning Part 3 - Django Part 4 - ArcGIS Programming Part 5 - Software Development and Testing

A biography of Isaac Newton which challenges the traditionally held portrait of him as the first modern scientist and reveals his interest in alchemy and magic, presenting an alternative view of him as a sorcerer. Originally published in 1997.

This guide offers insights into the complexities of dealing with a narcissistic woman, helping readers identify toxic behaviors and understand the emotional turmoil involved in such relationships. It addresses the cycles of love bombing and devaluation, providing strategies for regaining self-worth and breaking free from manipulation. With practical advice, it aims to empower individuals to navigate their feelings and make informed decisions about their relationships.

The dishevelled figure of Albert Einstein is prominent in 20th-century history. This book attempts to elucidate his special and general theories of relativity, as well as electromagnetism, space-time and other mysteries. It aims to enable readers to appreciate the great physicist's achievements by laying out the context in which he developed his theories and the way that they were received. It also links Einstein's political and personal life with the turbulent history of his time, giving readers the background and an insight into this remarkable man.