Author: John TolandPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Letters to Serena: Containing, 1. The Origin and Force of Prejudices. 2. The History of Soul's Immortality Among the Heathens. 3. The Origin of Idolatry, and Reasons of Heathenism. As Also 4. A Letter to a Gentleman in Holland, Showing Spinosa's System of Philosophy to be Without Any Principle Or Foundation. 5. Motion Essential to Matter; in Answer to Some Remarks by a Noble Friend on the Confutation of Spinosa. To All which is Prefix'd, 6. A Preface ... By Mr. Toland
Author: John TolandLetters To Serena: Containing I. The Origin and Force of Prejudices. II. The History of the Soul's Immortality Among the Heathens (etc.)
Author: John TolandLetters to Serena: Containing, I. The Origin and Force of Prejudices. II. The History of the Soul's Immortality Among the Heathens. III. The Origin of Idolatry, and Reasons of Heathenism. As Also, IV. A Letter to a Gentleman in Holland, Showing Spinosa's System of Philosophy to be Without Any Principle Or Foundation. V. Motions Essential to Matter; in Answer to Some Remarks by a Noble Friend on the Confutation of Spinosa. To All which is Prefix'd, VI. A Preface; Being a Letter to a Gentleman in London, Sent Together with the Foregoing Dissertations, and Declaring the Several Occasions of Writing Them
Author: John TolandThe Origin of F.O.R.C.E.
Author: Sam B Miller IIPublisher: XinXii
ISBN: 1311979883
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
As haughty, brilliant, and rat-faced Dr. John Heinbaum would undoubtedly say, "I'll be happy to tell you about my discoveries. Explaining my work in such a way that it will be meaningful to a person with as low an IQ as you may be difficult, but I will try my best to make it understandable." "You're a peach, Doc!" Lt. Jerome McPherson, the red-headed Scotsman exclaimed as he baited the egomaniac scientist to provide this brief explanation to my readers. "Ever wondered about the real purpose behind the polio vaccine? How about what really goes on at the secret military base 135 miles north of Las Vegas, Nevada? Ever met a tall, enigmatic person wearing a dark green trench coat, a fancy sombrero, and dark sunglasses?" "The Chrysallaman Empire has colonized every habitable planet in the galaxy, ruthlessly exterminating any sentient race that dared object to their benevolent conquest. Now they have completed a six month exploratory mission on Earth and found it to be an ideal colonization planet with a temperate climate, vast water reserves, lush vegetation, and a ruminant population of semi-intelligent animals called humans who pose no threat to the superior technological, mental, and physical strengths of the mighty Chrysallamans. In fact, when ground into a gritty paste, the humans are quite tasty. By sheer luck, the humans disable one of the Chrysallaman spacecraft in 1947 at Roswell, New Mexico, and capture a Chrysallaman youngster vacationing with his father. Now, with only 65 to 70 years until the Chrysallamans return to Earth with an immense invading fleet of warships and millions of colonists, humans have to prepare mentally, physically, and technologically, for the battle that will determine whether every human lives or dies." "A special group of men and women are chosen to save humanity from the impending invasion. An eccentric scientist, red-headed hellion specializing in reverse engineering, DNA specialist, Xenobiologist, and an assortment of specialized military commandos are assembled by the Pentagon into F.O.R.C.E., the Federal Organization for Response to Celestial Enemies. The Chrysallamans just may have met their match!"
The Action as Natural Force and the Origin of Time,Space, Dimensions, Natural Forces, and Laws of Logics,Geometry and Physics at the Origination of the World
Author: Werner LandgrafPublisher: Werner Landgraf
ISBN:
Category : Physics
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
War Is a Force that Gives Us Meaning
Author: Chris HedgesPublisher: PublicAffairs
ISBN: 1610395107
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
General George S. Patton famously said, "Compared to war all other forms of human endeavor shrink to insignificance. God, I do love it so!" Though Patton was a notoriously single-minded general, it is nonetheless a sad fact that war gives meaning to many lives, a fact with which we have become familiar now that America is once again engaged in a military conflict. War is an enticing elixir. It gives us purpose, resolve, a cause. It allows us to be noble. Chris Hedges of The New York Times has seen war up close -- in the Balkans, the Middle East, and Central America -- and he has been troubled by what he has seen: friends, enemies, colleagues, and strangers intoxicated and even addicted to war's heady brew. In War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning, he tackles the ugly truths about humanity's love affair with war, offering a sophisticated, nuanced, intelligent meditation on the subject that is also gritty, powerful, and unforgettable.
National Police Reserve
Author: Thomas FrenchPublisher: Global Oriental
ISBN: 9004266828
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Based upon years of research undertaken in the US Occupation archives, this book provides a history of Japan’s National Police Reserve (NPR), the precursor of today’s Ground Self Defense Force (GSDF). It is the first ever comprehensive and exclusively focused history of the force in any language. The book examines the domestic and international origins of the force, the American constabulary model upon which it was based, the NPR's character and operation, and its evolution into the GSDF. This volume provides numerous insights and fresh perspectives on the character of the NPR, the origins of the SDF, the US Occupation of Japan and Cold War era US-Japan relations.
Handbook of the History and Philosophy of Mathematical Practice
Author: Bharath SriramanPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3031408462
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 3221
Book Description
The Origin of Continents and Oceans
Author: Alfred WegenerPublisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486143899
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
A source of profound influence and controversy, this landmark 1915 work explains various phenomena of historical geology, geomorphy, paleontology, paleoclimatology, and similar areas in terms of continental drift. 64 illustrations. 1966 edition.
The Nature of Code
Author: Daniel ShiffmanPublisher: No Starch Press
ISBN: 1718503717
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 642
Book Description
All aboard The Coding Train! This beginner-friendly creative coding tutorial is designed to grow your skills in a fun, hands-on way as you build simulations of real-world phenomena with “The Coding Train” YouTube star Daniel Shiffman. What if you could re-create the awe-inspiring flocking patterns of birds or the hypnotic dance of fireflies—with code? For over a decade, The Nature of Code has empowered countless readers to do just that, bridging the gap between creative expression and programming. This innovative guide by Daniel Shiffman, creator of the beloved Coding Train, welcomes budding and seasoned programmers alike into a world where code meets playful creativity. This JavaScript-based edition of Shiffman’s groundbreaking work gently unfolds the mysteries of the natural world, turning complex topics like genetic algorithms, physics-based simulations, and neural networks into accessible and visually stunning creations. Embark on this extraordinary adventure with projects involving: A physics engine: Simulate the push and pull of gravitational attraction. Flocking birds: Choreograph the mesmerizing dance of a flock. Branching trees: Grow lifelike and organic tree structures. Neural networks: Craft intelligent systems that learn and adapt. Cellular automata: Uncover the magic of self-organizing patterns. Evolutionary algorithms: Play witness to natural selection in your code. Shiffman’s work has transformed thousands of curious minds into creators, breaking down barriers between science, art, and technology, and inviting readers to see code not just as a tool for tasks but as a canvas for boundless creativity. Whether you’re deciphering the elegant patterns of natural phenomena or crafting your own digital ecosystems, Shiffman’s guidance is sure to inform and inspire. The Nature of Code is not just about coding; it’s about looking at the natural world in a new way and letting its wonders inspire your next creation. Dive in and discover the joy of turning code into art—all while mastering coding fundamentals along the way. NOTE: All examples are written with p5.js, a JavaScript library for creative coding, and are available on the book's website.