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How To Lie With Statistics

Darrell Huff

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241 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 3h1min.
Now available in audio for the first time! Darrell Huff's celebrated classic "How to Lie With Statistics" is a straight-forward and engaging guide to understanding the manipulation and misrepresentation of information that could be lurking behind every graph, chart, and infographic. Originally published in 1954, it remains as relevant and necessary as ever in our digital world where information is king—and as easy to distort and manipulate as it is to access. A pre-cursor to modern popular science books like Steven D. Levitt's "Freakonomics" and Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers", Huff runs the gamut of every popularly used type of statistic, probes such things as the sample study, the tabulation method, the interview technique, or the way the results are derived from the figures, and points up the countless number of dodges which are used to full rather than to inform. Critically acclaimed by media outlets like The New York Times and the Wall Street Journal and recommended by Bill Gates as a perfect beach read, "How to Lie With Statistics" stands as the go-to book for understanding the use of statistics by teachers and leaders everywhere. "A hilarious exploration of mathematical mendacity…. Every time you pick it up, what happens? Bang goes another illusion!" — The New York Times"In one short take after another, Huff picks apart the ways in which marketers use statistics, charts, graphics and other ways of presenting numbers to baffle and trick the public. The chapter “How to Talk Back to a Statistic” is a brilliant step-by-step guide to figuring out how someone is trying to deceive you with data." — Wall Street Journal"A great introduction to the use of statistics, and a great refresher for anyone who's already well versed in it." — Bill Gates"Mr. Huff's lively, human-interest treatment of the dry-as-bones subject of statistics is a timely tonic…This book needed to be written, and makes its points in an entertaining, highly readable manner."— Management Review"Illustrator and author pool their considerable talents to provide light lively reading and cartoon far which will entertain, really inform, and take the wind out of many an overblown statistical sail." — Library Journal"A pleasantly subversive little book, guaranteed to undermine your faith in the almighty statistic." — Atlantic
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COSMOS Series

Mike Blake

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29 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 22min.
COSMOS Series :: 5 Poem Audio Book DealGet 5 Poems for the Price of 3 Retail $15.99 Price here $8.99 its an Astro-nomical Deal. Includes written Poetry.Dark Skies & Cosmology are intertwined.One is the view you have of space both through your naked eye, and using hand-held Telescopes, right upto the services of the Giant Hubble Telescope.Also in COSMOS: Peace & Tranquility: On Mars.This Poem was inspired by the film 'The Martian' released in 2015.1st Poem in the Series: Dark Skies. A poem about the importance of seeing terestrial bodies at night, like we used to in days of old.Now designated spots around the globe have been put aside for 'Dark Skies' to be seen in their true wonder.2nd Poem in the Series: Peace & Tranquility: On Mars. This Poem was inspired by the film 'The Martian' released in 2015. Matt Damon was the single character actor that held center stage, in beautiful isolation (except for, in the film of certain death) As beng isolated on the Red Planet is Peaceful & Tranquil, but lethal.3rd Poem in the Series: Pillars of Creation: Hold our Hand.Pillars of Creation: Is a poem based around the rekindling of interest in them fromhe the Hubble Space Telescope in 1995.The magnificent photograph from Hubbs which has been adapted for this poem on the front cover.The photograph has been adapted showing succinctly a Gauntlet/Glove reaching out with the 3 fingered Pillars to the stars.4. Our Universe - But: An incoming/outgoing wave.Some think of string theory, others, that waves are involved etc.My poem postulates a possible cosmic wave outward from the Big Bang, in the order of present Scientific theory.5. Sagittarius A Star.: *The wonders of nature, beyond our goldfish bowl. The Cosmos unfolded into a glass onion, peturbedby NOTHING at all!***** Please leave your Review/feedback, many thanks. *****To see more Poems by the same Author please click the Link HERE:https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00SG40RM8
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Affiche du document ASTRONOMY 101 - The Introductory Guide To Enthusiastic Stargazers

ASTRONOMY 101 - The Introductory Guide To Enthusiastic Stargazers

Darrell Ason

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305 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 3h49min.
IMAGINE STANDING BENEATH A BOUNDLESS NIGHT SKY WITHOUT LIGHT POLLUTION, FEELING THE COOL AIR AS THE STARS GLOW OVERHEAD, AND WONDERING ABOUT THE MYSTERIES HELD WITHIN THE COSMOS.
"ASTRONOMY 101" is your personal guide into the vast, awe-inspiring universe above—a universe that holds the key to not just understanding the stars, but also understanding OUR PLACE AMONG THEM.This book is crafted for those who are both curious scientists and dreamers, people who long to connect with something bigger than themselves. From the enchanting beauty of nebulae and the mysteries of black holes to the everyday thrill of stargazing, "ASTRONOMY 101" brings together the foundational knowledge and the wonder of astronomy, bridging the gap between scientific discovery and the poetic allure of the galaxies.What awaits you inside:. The Origins and Science of Astronomy: Explore the rich history that has led humanity to its current understanding of the cosmos; . Galaxies, Quasars, and Black Holes: Marvel at the phenomena that reveal the power and mystery of the universe; . Starting Your Stargazing Adventure: With tips on everything from telescopes to charting the sky, all you need to begin;. Inspiring Future Generations: Discover how to kindle a child’s love for astronomy, creating a legacy of wonder and curiosity;. And so much MORE!This audio guide is more than just a manual; it’s an invitation to reconnect with the night sky and explore the timeless beauty of celestial bodies. Whether you’re a newcomer or rekindling an old passion, "ASTRONOMY 101" will guide you through the cosmos and inspire you to look beyond the stars with a newfound sense of wonder and possibility.
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Affiche du document Rethinking Evolution: The Revolution That's Hiding in Plain Sight

Rethinking Evolution: The Revolution That's Hiding in Plain Sight

Gene Levinson

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795 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 9h56min.
Rethinking Evolution links Darwin's early insights to the molecular realm inside living cells. This updated evolutionary synthesis provides an accessible explanation for biological complexity that cuts through the confusion surrounding evolutionary theory in a practical way. In addition to a wide-ranging survey of proposed updates to the modern synthesis, this title provides extraordinary new insights including emergent evolutionary potential and the generative phenotype. Drawing on well-characterized empirical facts, Rethinking Evolution transcends classical Darwinian natural selection while retaining those core principles that have stood the test of time. The updated synthesis brings a broad spectrum of specialized research together to provide a more plausible naturalistic explanation for biological evolution than ever before. Perspectives ranging from the role of energy in the origin of life to the networks of protein-DNA interactions that govern multicellular development are woven together in a robust conceptual fabric consistent with 21st century cutting-edge research. Inspired in part by the surprising ways that DNA sequences change—such as his early discovery of a fundamental mispairing mechanism by which DNA sequences expand—and drawing on a career's worth of experience both as a research scientist as well as a biology and chemistry tutor—the author provides an engaging account that is essential reading—both for the public awareness and understanding of the science of evolution and for students and professionals in the biomedical sciences.
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Affiche du document Important Astronauts, Cosmonauts, and Other Spaceflight Personalities

Important Astronauts, Cosmonauts, and Other Spaceflight Personalities

Martin K. Ettington

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107 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h20min.
This book is the eighth volume of “The Living in Space Series”. Each volume focuses on one particular technology of living in space.This book covers the Astronauts, Cosmonauts, and other individuals who were responsible for some of the biggest space adventures to date.When I was a kid growing up in the 1960s my friends and I were always listening to the latest news about the Mercury Seven and their latest adventures flying into space.As of 2020 less than 600 persons have gone into space. These people have pioneered many different types of space activities and are responsible for many legends.In 1985 while working for Hewlett Packard I got myself transferred to work at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas for a couple of years. It was incredible for me because I got to see the manned space flight center up close, walk inside of Space mockups, and meet many astronauts. In fact it was David Wolf—who later became an astronaut who took me up for rides in his Pitt Special Acrobatic plane (where I got really sick) which convinced me to get my own pilots license. I even applied for the astronaut corps but didn’t make it.I also knew Julie Resnick who was killed in the Challenger explosion. It was very impressive attending the Challenger public funeral where President Reagan spoke.As a lifelong space buff, I’m very happy to write this book series and introduce the key players here. In this book we will profile those persons who have been the star players in man’s exploration of space, and who have made major space contributions over the years.
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