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Hvad er hukommelse for en størrelse? Vi bruger hele tiden vores hukommelse - ofte uden at vi tænker over det. Når vi er i supermarkedet, når vi er på arbejde, eller når vi skal gengive et barndomsminde, bruger vi vores hukommelse. Men hvordan fungerer hukommelsen? Hvad er det, der får os til at huske? I En bog om hukommelsen giver forfatterne på en overskuelig og underholdende måde et indblik i hukommelsens ellers lukkede verden. Thomas Thaulov Raab er forfatter, videnskabsskribent og foredragsholder og har særligt beskæftiget sig med hjernen og dens funktioner, samt forholdet mellem dyr og mennesker. Tilgangen til disse emner er karakteriseret af en særlig evne til at kombinere fakta med overblik og ubesværet bygge bro mellem naturvidenskab og kulturhistorie. Peter Lund Madsen er forfatter til bestselleren Dr. Zukaroffs testamente, hvor læseren tages på en lærerig og underholdende rejse ind i menneskehjernen.

Homo Deus explores the projects, dreams and nightmares that will shape the twenty-first century and beyond - from overcoming death to creating artificial life. It asks the fundamental questions: how can we protect this fragile world from our own destructive power?

The final book from Professor Stephen Hawking, the bestselling author of A BRIEF HISTORY OF TIME and arguably the most famous scientist of our age, BRIEF ANSWERS TO THE BIG QUESTIONS is a profound, accessible and timely reflection on the biggest questions in science.

Nassim Nicholas Taleb, the bestselling author of The Black Swan and one of the foremost thinkers of our time, reveals how to thrive in an uncertain world. Just as human bones get stronger when subjected to stress and tension, many things in life benefit from stress, disorder, volatility, and turmoil. What Taleb has identified and calls antifragile are things that not only gain from chaos but need it in order to survive and flourish.In The Black Swan, Taleb showed us that highly improbable and unpredictable events underlie almost everything about our world. Here Taleb stands uncer tainty on its head, making it desirable, even necessary. The antifragile is beyond the resilient or robust. The resil ient resists shocks and stays the same; the antifragile gets better and better.What's more, the antifragile is immune to prediction errors and protected from adverse events. Why is the city-state better than the nation-state, why is debt bad for you, and why is what we call "e;efficient"e; not efficient at all? Why do government responses and social policies protect the strong and hurt the weak? Why should you write your resignation letter before starting on the job? How did the sinking of the Titanic save lives? The book spans innovation by trial and error, life decisions, politics, urban planning, war, personal finance, economic systems and medicine, drawing on modern street wisdom and ancient sources.Antifragile is a blueprint for living in a Black Swan world.Erudite, witty, and iconoclastic, Taleb's message is revolutionary: the antifragile, and only the antifragile, will make it.Nassim Nicholas Taleb has devoted his life to problems of uncertainty, probability, and knowledge and has led three careers around this focus, as a businessman-trader, a philosophical essayist, and an academic researcher. Although he now spends most of his time working in intense seclusion in his study, in the manner of independent scholars, he is currently Distinguished Professor of Risk Engineering at New York University's Polytechnic Institute. His main subject matter is "e;decision making under opacity,"e; that is, a map and a protocol on how we should live in a world we don't understand.His books Fooled by Randomness and The Black Swan have been published in thirty-three languages.Taleb believes that prizes, honorary degrees, awards, and ceremonialism debase knowledge by turning it into a spectator sport.

P-SB7 SPIRIT BOX RESEARCH FOR USE IN INTER- DIMENSIONAL CONTACT is a thrilling masterpiece by renowned author J. P. Moss. This book, published in 2013, delves into the unexplored realms of inter-dimensional contact, offering readers a unique perspective on the subject. The genre of the book is a fascinating blend of mystery and science fiction, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of these genres. The narrative is gripping and keeps the readers hooked from the beginning till the end. J. P. Moss, with his exceptional storytelling, has managed to weave a tale that is both intriguing and thought-provoking. The book was published by Lulu.com, a publisher known for its wide range of diverse and captivating books. If you're looking for a book that challenges your imagination and takes you on a journey beyond the ordinary, P-SB7 SPIRIT BOX RESEARCH FOR USE IN INTER- DIMENSIONAL CONTACT is the book for you.

'One of the greatest books of a very great thinker' Michael TannerBeyond Good and Evil confirmed Nietzsche's position as the towering European philosopher of his age. The work dramatically rejects traditional Western thought with its notions of truth and God, good and evil. Nietzsche seeks to demonstrate that the Christian world is steeped in a false piety and infected with a 'slave morality'. With wit and energy, he turns from this critique to a philosophy that celebrates the present and demands that the individual impose their own 'will to power' upon the world.Translated by R. J. HOLLINGDALE With an Introduction by MICHAEL TANNER

Surveillance Capitalism: A new phase in economic history in which private companies and governments track your every move with the goal of predicting and controlling your behaviour. Under surveillance capitalism you are not the customer or even the product: you are the raw material.

Was there a beginning of time? Could time run backwards? Is the universe infinite or does it have boundaries? This book examines these questions. It begins by reviewing the great theories of the cosmos from Newton to Einstein, before delving into the secrets which still lie at the heart of space and time, from the Big Bang to black holes.

The Power of Now, penned by renowned author Eckhart Tolle, is a compelling journey of self-discovery and enlightenment. First published in 2004 by INGRAM PUBLISHER SERVICES, this book has since become a beacon for those seeking to live in the present moment. Tolle masterfully blends philosophy, psychology, and spirituality to create a transformative reading experience. The book encourages readers to let go of past regrets and future anxieties, urging them to embrace the 'now'. It's a powerful tool for anyone looking to understand their existence and find peace in the current moment. The Power of Now is more than just a book; it's a guide to a more mindful and fulfilling life.

"Hestemassage" er en bog til alle hestefolk, som gerne vil lære nogle simple teknikker til at frigøre spændinger på sine heste. Vores heste arbejder ofte på et niveau tilsvarende sportsfolk. Derfor er der ikke noget at sige til, at heste har brug for massage og fysioterapi, ligesom mange mennesker har det. I dag ved vi, at massage kan øge hestens trivsel og velvære. Ud over dette oplever de fleste, at hestens præstationer i ridningen forbedres markant ved regelmæssig massage. Nogle tilfælde kræver professionel hjælp, men ofte kan man gøre rigtig meget selv - og det behøver ikke at være svært. Denne bog hjælper dig i gang!

The author describes himself as a reluctant traveller, but even when he stays safely at home he can't contain his curiosity about the world around him. This title is about his quest to understand everything that has happened from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization - how we got from there, being nothing at all, to here, being us.

With film rights snapped up by an Oscar winning Hollywood production company, rights sold in a world record 43 territories, and rave blurbs from David Baldacci, Lee Child and A.J. Finn, The Silent Patient promises to be the debut thriller of 2019.

Acclaimed as one of the most exciting books in the history of American letters, this modern epic became an instant bestseller upon publication in 1974, transforming a generation and continuing to inspire millions.

The Selfish Gene, a thought-provoking book penned by Richard Dawkins, an Emeritus Fellow of New College, is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of evolution. Published by Oxford University Press in 2016, this book delves into the world of genes and their role in evolution. Dawkins beautifully explains how genes, in their quest for survival, can lead to seemingly selfish behavior in living organisms. This book, belonging to the genre of popular science, has since its publication, stirred up a revolution in the way we perceive natural selection. It is a testament to Dawkins' profound understanding of the subject and his ability to simplify complex concepts for his readers. The Selfish Gene is not just a book; it's a journey into the heart of life itself, guided by one of the greatest thinkers of our time. Published by the renowned Oxford University Press, this book promises quality and credibility. It's not just a book, it's a treasure trove of knowledge waiting to be uncovered.

Written by a neuroscientist, and a "new atheist", this book is suitable for the increasingly large numbers of people who follow no religion, but who suspect that Jesus, Buddha, Lao Tzu, Rumi, and the other saints and sages of history could not have all been epileptics, schizophrenics, or frauds.

Jakob Eberhardt udkommer nu med en stor bog om de største epidemier gennem verdenshistorien. I bogen gennemgår Jakob Eberhardt 11 af de største epidemier gennem verdenshistorien og inkluderer også et blik på nyere tids epidemier. Epidemierne bliver beskrevet i en gribende historisk kontekst både før, under og efter epidemiens udbrud. Jakob Eberhardt er uddannet cand.mag. i historie og dansk, samt fagjournalist fra Danmark Journalisthøjskole. Jakob har skrevet artikler til flere populærhistoriske magasiner og kapitler til historieværket Historiens Højdepunkter. Han er desuden medforfatter på bogen 1864 og eneforfatter på Den blodrøde flod om Den Finske Borgerkrig.

This is an enchanting essay on aesthetics by one of the greatest Japanese novelists. Tanizaki's eye ranges over architecture, jade, food, toilets, and combines an acute sense of the use of space in buildings, as well as perfect descriptions of lacquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of the house of pleasure.

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'A much-needed antidote to hustle culture.' Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ckA happier way to get things done - without the stress, boredom or burnout.Do you ever feel like your productivity is coming at the expense of your mental health? That the more you accomplish, the worse you feel about it?If so, you're not alone. For generations, we've been told that the route to productivity is through harder work. The trouble is, endless hard work doesn't just make us miserable - it makes us less productive too.Dr Ali Abdaal has found a healthier, happier approach to productivity. He knows that the secret to productivity and success isn't endless grind - it's feeling good. If you can make your work feel good, then productivity takes care of itself.In this revolutionary book, Ali reveals how the science of feel-good productivity can transform your life. Drawing on cutting-edge science and vivid real-life stories, he introduces the simple steps anyone can take to feel better - and, along the way, achieve more of the things that matter to you.You won't just get more done. You'll feel happier and more fulfilled as you go.'Will guide you to accomplish more than you ever dreamed of.' Jay Shetty, author of Think Like a Monk 'Ali is the master of productivity.' Steven Bartlett, creator of Diary of a CEO'An eye-opening and important new book' Cal Newport, author of Deep Work 'The book we've all been waiting for.' Dr Julie Smith, author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?