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By exploring the extent of our deeply integrated cellular world, Bioverse provides profound insights about ourselves, our health and well-being, our social systems, and our permanent relationship to the planet and the cosmos.

Evolution helps us understand our own humble place in the rich tapestry of life. But what do we know about the theory of evolution itself? Based on the popular podcast of the same name, Evolution Talk reveals how the theory of evolution came to be and how it explains the world around us.Before Charles Darwin, other luminaries planted the seeds that would one day evolve into the theory that would make him famous. Author Rick Coste begins by shining a spotlight on the writers, philosophers, and scientists who planted the seeds that would blossom into the theory of evolution by natural selection, from Aristotle's big ideas to young Mary Anning's discovery of the first ichthyosaur skeleton. After exploring the contributions of Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace, Evolution Talk investigates the very beginnings of life itself. From its genesis in a primordial pond to the endless and beautiful forms which emerged to populate our once barren little planet, adaptations such as altruism, sexual selection, and

A picture-perfect suburban life fractures . . . and a darker reality bubbles beneath the surface. Mona Ellison's life is as perfect as the porcelain dolls lined up on her shelves. She has a successful husband, a loving son, a beautiful home, and a supportive group of girlfriends ever ready for their weekly wine night. But when Mona’s son gets entangled with the wrong crowd and runs away from home, her blissful suburban world begins to unravel. She tells her friends that boys will be boys, that he’ll be back as soon as his money runs dry . . . but deep down she knows there’s something else going on. Then the police show up at Mona’s door. A young girl has turned up dead in their quiet town, and her missing son is the prime suspect. Determined to reunite with her son and prove his innocence, Mona follows an increasingly cryptic trail of clues on social media, uncovering a sinister side of suburbia and unveiling lies and betrayal from those she trusted most. And as Mona spirals further from her once cozy reality, a devastating revelation shatters everything she thought she knew. Now the only thing she’s sure of is that she can’t trust anyone . . . not even herself. With unrelenting psychological suspense and a wicked twist, What They Don’t Know marries small-town thriller and domestic mystery—suburban paranoia at its best.

Bern, Switzerland-known for its narrow cobblestone streets, decorative fountains, and striking towers. Yet dark currents run through this charming medieval city and beyond, to the idyllic farmlands that surround it. When a rave on a hot summer night erupts into violent riots, a young man is found the next morning bludgeoned to death with a policeman's club. Seasoned detective Giuliana Linder is assigned to the case. That same day, an elderly organic farmer turns up dead and drenched with pesticide. Enter Giuliana's younger-and distractingly attractive-colleague Renzo Donatelli to investigate the second murder. Giuliana's disappointment that they're on two different cases is tinged with relief-her home life is complicated enough without the risk of a fling. But when an unexpected discovery ties the two victims into a single case, Giuliana and Renzo are thrown closer together than ever before. Dangerously close. Will Giuliana be able to handle the threats to her marriage and to her assumptions about the police? If she wants to prevent another murder, she'll have to put her life on the line-and her principles. Combining suspense and romance, this debut mystery in the Polizei Bern series offers a distinctive picture of the Swiss. An inventive tale, packed with surprises, it will keep readers guessing until the end.

Murray N Rothbard was the founder of the libertarian movement, a radical free marketeer who came of age in the era of collectivism and fought all his life for individualism and laissez-faire against the odds. His life goal was to find a science of liberty. This book covers his biography.

In this new anthology critiquing Christianity, John Loftus--a former minister and now a leading atheist--has brought together an outstanding group of respected scholars who focus on the harms caused by the world's leading religion. The contributors begin by dissecting the many problematic aspects of religious faith generally. They repeatedly demonstrate that, with faith as a foundation, almost anything can be believed or denied. And almost any horrific deed can be committed. The authors then take a good hard look at many of the most important political, institutional, scientific, social, and moral harms committed in the name of Christianity. These range from the historical persecutions of the Inquisition and witch hunts to the current health hazards of faith healing.Finally, the authors answer three common Christian retorts to criticisms from nonbelievers: (1) that atheists cannot judge a harmful action without an objective moral standard; (2) that atheists need faith to solve the world's problems; and (3) that atheists cannot live a good life without faith.Loftus and the contributors generally conclude that, given both the well-documented historical record and ongoing problems raised by the faith, Christianity decisively fails empirical tests of its usefulness to humanity.

Illustrates the issues separating the theist from the atheist and agnostic. This book sheds light on world events and the inconsistencies inherent in supernaturalism and theistic theories. It also discusses atheism both as a reaction to belief and as a separate and consistent form of belief in a world stripped of the divine.

This is the extraordinary true story of America's first female rocket scientist. Told by her son, it describes Mary Sherman Morgan's crucial contribution to launching America's first satellite and the author's labyrinthine journey to uncover his mother's lost legacy--one buried deep under a lifetime of secrets political, technological, and personal. In 1938, a young German rocket enthusiast named Wernher von Braun had dreams of building a rocket that could fly him to the moon. In Ray, North Dakota, a young farm girl named Mary Sherman was attending high school. In an age when girls rarely dreamed of a career in science, Mary wanted to be a chemist. A decade later the dreams of these two disparate individuals would coalesce in ways neither could have imagined. World War II and the Cold War space race with the Russians changed the fates of both von Braun and Mary Sherman Morgan. When von Braun and other top engineers could not find a solution to the repeated failures that plagued the nascent US rocket program, North American Aviation, where Sherman Morgan then worked, was given the challenge. Recognizing her talent for chemistry, company management turned the assignment over to young Mary.In the end, America succeeded in launching rockets into space, but only because of the joint efforts of the brilliant farm girl from North Dakota and the famous German scientist. While von Braun went on to become a high-profile figure in NASA's manned space flight, Mary Sherman Morgan and her contributions fell into obscurity--until now.

The concept of race has had a powerful impact on history and continues to shape the world today in profound ways. This title explores all sides of the issue, including such questions as these: If analysis of the human genome reveals that all human beings are 99.9 per cent alike, how meaningful are racial differences?

Presents a critique of patriarchal religion and a proposal to establish a liberating alternative to the Judeo-Christian myth. Refering to the worship of a mother goddess at the dawn of civilization, this book argues for a restoration of this primal religious sensibility, which celebrated the Earth's fertility and woman's innate power to bear life.

Mixing what is known from science with some novel ideas, this work provides a provocative and stimulating thesis on the origins and evolution of consciousness. It is an interesting and original synthesis of a great deal of evidence and ideas about the origins and nature of our subjective minds.

Offers an examination of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche's relationships with Jews and Judaism. This book incorporates evidence that opens Nietzsche's life and works to careful study and reflection.

Claims that neo-Marxists are wrong when they cite the relative backwardness of colonial peoples and blame the condition on the imperialism of advanced Western nations. History tells a different tale. This book asserts that the results of imperialistic interventions differ as to result in predictable ways.

Written by a judicial history student and veteran juror, this book compiles 12 cases from England and the US in which jurors have taken it upon themselves, as a matter of conscience, to nullify or overturn horrific laws that endangered our freedoms.

Human beings evolved in a tribal environment. This title examines the many ways in which our tribally oriented brains perceive and sometime distort reality. It also describes how our social nature led to the development of the cognitive tricks that have served us so well over the centuries.

Looks at some of the most common unfounded beliefs - and their alternative scientific explanations. This title shows readers how to find a gently persuasive way of steering people away from unfounded beliefs, bogus cures, and conspiracy theories.

Not much has survived its condemnation by the imperial Church in 448, but here is a new edition of the fragments of Porphyry of Tyre's (ca. 232 - ca. 305) attack on the beliefs and doctrines of Christianity, the divinity of Christ, the integrity of the apostles, and the reality of the resurrection.

Explores the many ways in which we are eroding our capacity for deep, sustained attention - the building block of intimacy, wisdom, and cultural progress. This title introduces us to scientists, cartographers, educators, wired teens, virtual lovers from the telegraph age, and roboticists building smart machines to comfort and care for us.

Giving an analysis of the mental pitfalls that trip up even elite critical thinkers, the author makes a case that under certain circumstances everyone is vulnerable to accepting erroneous beliefs. He begins by reviewing the hallmarks of critical thinking related to the evaluation of claims, and concludes by focusing on a range of claims.

Presents the history of the Rationalist Press Association (RPA). RPA's Honorary Associates have included such luminaries of the 20th century as Albert Einstein, Sigmund Freud, J B S Haldane, Julian Huxley, Somerset Maugham, Bertrand Russell, H G Wells, and others.

Based on numerous interviews with people from both good and failed marriages, his own experience, philosopher/marriage counsellor Richard Taylor has developed a set of proposals for reforming marriage.

Using the biblical dictum, 'the tree is known by its fruit', the author surveys the historical record left by the defenders of faith and the proponents of reason. His analysis challenges the commonly held belief that despite its many abuses religion on balance civilised the world.

Offers knowledge on ten major areas of healthcare: evaluating physicians and their care, finding good dental care, traditional private health insurance, managed care, medicaid and medicare, surgery, hospital stays, nursing homes, home and hospice care, and prescription drugs.

Presenting a collection of quotations on religious freedom, this work covers various topics - from abortion rights, charitable choice, and creationism to pluralism, and more. It includes early church fathers, Enlightenment philosophers, anticlerical European statesmen, journalists, famous writers, judges, twenty-six presidents of US, and others.

Offering a discussion of modern demonology, this title focuses on our ability to differentiate the physical world, with its mechanical laws, from the inherently less predictable psychological realm of thoughts and beliefs. It aims to explain our fascination with fantasy entertainment, such as horror stories and films, and bizarre crazes.

Contends that Silicon Valley is more than just the name of a geographical area, it is the name for a psychological obsession found where people believe that instant fame and fortune can be gained through silicon chips and Web sites. This work reveals that the obsession nourishes itself on an illusion of power and instant gratification.

Why is there so much conflict in the Balkans, the Middle East, and other parts of the world? Is there something innate in human nature that makes it next to impossible to achieve peaceful coexistence? This book says that answers must be sought in the prehistoric past when intergroup hostility became ingrained as a pattern of cultural evolution.

Is science amoral? Are scientists ethical? How do great ideas originate? This work presents an overview of the major ethical and philosophical issues confronting science. Considering the impediments that slow the progress of science, each chapter conveys an appreciation for the work that scientists do and the obstacles that stand in their way.

Surveys the history of liberal thought from John Locke to John Stuart Mill. This book rejects radical Marxists and fascists who would use violence and revolution rather than democratic methods to aid the citizenry.

Through exclusive interviews, this work takes readers back to the late 1920s, when Gernsback, "the father of science fiction", founded the world's first science fiction magazine, "Amazing Stories".