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First published in 1985, Habits of the Heart continues to be one of the most discussed interpretations of modern American society, a quest for a democratic community that draws on our diverse civic and religious traditions. In a new preface, the authors relate the arguments of the book both to the current realities of American society and to the growing debate about the country's future. With this new edition, one of the most influential books of recent times takes on a new immediacy.

Its a known fact that computers can store exponential amounts of information on their hard-drives. But our human brains have a set capacity and just cannot compete against technology on this front. Engineers and scientist are discovering ways to model our human brains and integrate certain aspects of it to create what we know as "neural networks". Take this opportunity to learn about the next big innovation in technology and real-world applications of the next potential trillion-dollar industry (artificial intelligence) that will take the world by storm.

Whether you are at a beginner or intermediate level, this book is crafted just for you. Learn Python fundamentals. This is your beginner's step-by-step guide to one of the most essential, renowned, and practical programming languages in the 21st century. Python is a general purpose program used by many start-ups. Its design emphasizes code readability.

When Ana Smyth inherits Albert Einstein's violin case and sells it on eBay, she suddenly finds herself dodging international spies. A tip that her long-dead father may be alive sends her racing through Europe to discover her family's past and a lost formula for quantum gravity. The Case of Einstein's Violin is a rollicking mystery that caroms from Oregon to a Greek monastery, an Italian cyclotron, the Slovenian Alps, and the German city where Einstein was born.

Giant earthquakes and tsunamis devastate western Oregon every 300 to 600 years. The last one hit in 1700, so we're due anytime. This informative, entertaining book tells the stories of Oregon's past floods, fires, and eruptions - including the Vanport Flood, the eruption of Mt. St. Helens, and the Columbus Day Windstorm. Then it investigates the cycles behind our natural disasters and takes a look at what may happen when the next "Big One" strikes.

Oregon's best-selling author celebrates the state's quirks with this entertaining and often irreverent collection of 20 fictional short stories. Set throughout Oregon's 36 counties, Sullivan's tales range from hilarious to weird. Hang on for the ride as we meet Beaverton roller derby queens, Hells Canyon "Hot Shot" fire crews, cantankerous Newport fishermen, and a Portland bookstore owner who buys the mystic Oregon Vortex on a hunch.

Harald Bluetooth, the first king of a united Denmark, was a Viking with a conscience. When an English king slaughtered his daughter in a genocidal attack, the Danes took over the English throne. A thousand years later, the English returned the favor by freeing Denmark from the tyranny of the German Nazis. This historical novel alternates chapters between the two eras, following the Danish archeologist Mette Anderson as she struggles to help her Jewish fiance in World War I.

This historical novel is based on the true story of the excavation of a Viking burial ship from a hill in Norway in 1904. The find dumbfounded archeologists because it was the most elaborate Viking grave ever discovered, yet the bones in the grave belonged to a woman. Historians had assumed that the Viking world - and certainly Viking ships - were ruled by men. Who was this woman?

Portland police detective Neil Ferguson uncovers a series of puzzling and threatening clues that lead to the identity of D.B. Cooper, the mysterious man who hijacked a plane and parachuted off with $200,000 in 1971. But when Ferguson delves deeper into a web of blackmail and murder, he realizes there may in fact be two D.B. Coopers.

By the end of this audiobook, you will have grasped the fundamentals of Python programming and deep learning!

If your are new to computer programming or want to brush up, then this ultimate bundle that combines aspects of machine learning and python programming for beginners and intermediates is for you.

If you want to learn more about Python machine learning, it is highly recommended you start from the ground up by using this audiobook.

The fundamentals of JavaScript are often missed; however, this audiobook's primary focus and emphasis is learning the essentials and building from the ground up. Within this audiobook, you will learn various mechanisms of JavaScript programming: variables, conditional statements, and why learning these core principles lead to success. Once you gain knowledge of the fundamental building blocks of JavaScript, you will gain confidence to tackle more complex topics down the road.

This book breaks down the fundamentals elements that are essential to make you proficient in SQL programming and database management. By the end of this book, you will be confident enough to take on any problems that encompass SQL. SQL software can be complex but a powerful tool if used with the right understanding. In this book you will discover how SQL is simple, flexible, portable, and, most of all, well integrated to various database applications.

Machine learning occurs primarily through the use of algorithms and other elaborate procedures. Whether you're a novice, intermediate, or expert this book will teach you all the ins, outs and everything you need to know about machine learning. Instead of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars on courses/materials why not listen to this audiobook instead? It's a worthwhile listen and the most valuable investment you can make for yourself.

Do you want to master data science? Understand Markov models and learn the real world application to accurately predict future events. Extend your knowledge of machine learning, python programming, and algorithms. The objective of this book is to teach you the essentials at the most fundamental level. You will learn the ins and outs of machine learning, and its real world applications. Also, specifically you will discover practical implementations of Markov models in Python programming.

The ultimate guide to data analytics is here! Learn everything you need to know. Time is the greatest commodity and asset we have. The importance of time is clear; companies, online marketers, sales reps and entrepreneurs alike strive to capitalize on ROI (return on investment) in the shortest amount of time possible. The problem is precious resources such as time, money, and marketing can be futile without the right knowledge.

Sullivan's classic account of his 65 day, 1,361-mile solo backpacking trek across Oregon has been chosen by the Oregon Cultural Heritage Commission as one of Oregon's "100 Books", the most significant literary works in state history. Sullivan recounts adventures with blizzards, bears, and poisonous mushrooms, but he also spices his journal with notes on history, geology, and the people he meets along the way.

The world is constantly changing and evolving. Transportation was revolutionized by cars and planes; however, machine learning will revolutionize the world in which we live from simple day-to-day tasks to even the most complex endeavors. You will learn the fundamentals of machine learning from algorithms, Python, and supervised and unsupervised learning. You will also learn about the real world applications, implications, and theories of Markov models.

This complete edition spans 2,400 years (431 BCE–1944) in 40 hours, 155 speeches, and 52 speakers, including foundational addresses by Gandhi and Mao—voices that shaped modern Asia. Begin in 431 BCE with Demosthenes, whose structural genius remains the DNA of modern expression. Traverse Athens’ zenith via Pericles’ Funeral Oration, Alexander’s volatile proclamations, and Rome’s crisis in Cicero’s showdown with Cataline—featuring Caesar’s sole surviving senate address and Mark Antony’s incendiary eulogy.