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Authors: CIARA GREENE AND GILLIAN MURPHY
We tend to think of our memories as impressions of the past that remain fully intact, preserved somewhere inside our brains. In fact, we construct and reconstruct our memories every time we attempt to recall them.
“Memory Lane” introduces readers to the cutting-edge science of human memory, revealing how our recollections of the past are constantly adapting and changing, and why a faulty memory isn’t always a bad thing.
Paleobiology has advanced from a speculative subject to a cutting-edge science. Today, researchers are applying the latest forensic technologies to the fossil record, revealing startling new insights into the lives of dinosaurs.
This illustrated guide explores the behavior, evolution, physiology, and extinction of dinosaurs, taking readers inside the mysterious world of these marvelous animals.
With specially commissioned illustrations by Bob Nicholls, “Dinosaur Behavior” explains how the dinosaurs lived and courted, fought and fed, signaled and interacted with each other, and much more.
Author: Edward Said
Edward Said’s “Orientalism” is a landmark work that reshaped the understanding of how the West perceives and portrays the East.
First published in 1978, the book is a critique of the constructed image of the “Orient” as an exotic, monolithic “other,” created by the West to assert cultural and political dominance.
Through a meticulous examination of literature, art, and academic scholarship, Said reveals how this distorted portrayal served to justify colonial rule and perpetuate stereotypes.
Central to Said’s argument is the idea that orientalism is not merely a scholarly discipline but a political and cultural discourse used to reinforce Western superiority. He illustrates how this discourse characterizes the East as irrational, backward, and static, contrasting it with a rational and progressive West.
This binary framing, Said argues, has historically shaped Western attitudes and policies toward the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa, with effects that persist today.
Said’s interdisciplinary approach draws on history, literature, and politics, making “Orientalism” a rich and provocative analysis. He sets out how even seemingly objective academic studies and media representations have reinforced reductive stereotypes, showing how power shapes knowledge. By doing so, he challenges readers to critically examine the narratives they encounter about the “East.”
Although “Orientalism” is deeply rooted in historical context, its relevance endures in contemporary discussions of cultural representation and global politics. It continues to resonate in a world where stereotypes and biases influence international relations and public perception.
Said’s writing is both rigorous and accessible, blending scholarly depth with a moral clarity that makes his arguments compelling. While the book’s density may challenge some readers, its insights are invaluable for understanding how cultural narratives are constructed and used to assert dominance.
Ultimately, “Orientalism” is a profound critique of the structures that perpetuate inequality and division. It remains an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the cultural legacies of imperialism and the enduring power of representation.
Said’s work is not only an academic achievement but also a call to rethink entrenched attitudes and strive for a more equitable understanding of cultural difference.
In this landmark book, Scott Page redefines the way we understand ourselves in relation to one another.
“The Difference” is about how we think in groups—and how our collective wisdom exceeds the sum of its parts.
Why can teams of people find better solutions than brilliant individuals working alone? And why are the best group decisions and predictions those that draw upon the very qualities that make each of us unique? The answers lie in diversity—not what we look like outside, but what we look like within, our distinct tools and abilities.
Author: PIERPAOLO BENIGNO
Over the past two decades, monetary policy has been deployed in unprecedented ways, as central banks attempted to mitigate the adverse consequences of the 2007–2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 global lockdown, and recent inflationary surges.
In “Monetary Economics and Policy,” Pierpaolo Benigno offers a new way to understand the potency and effectiveness of monetary policy, presenting a unified modeling framework to analyze policy challenges posed by both paper and digital currency systems.
Authors: PHIL CHAON AND IAIN CAMPBELL
Whether you’re a birder, naturalist, outdoor enthusiast, or ecologist, knowing the surrounding habitat is essential to getting the most out of your experiences in the field.
This compact, easy-to-use guide provides an unparalleled treatment of the wonderfully diverse habitats of North America. Incisive and up-to-date descriptions cover the unique features of each habitat, from geology and climate to soil and hydrology.
Requiring no scientific background, “Habitats of North America” offers quick and reliable information for anyone who wants a deeper understanding and appreciation of the habitats around them.
