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  • The Animal and the Thinker

    Instinct, Reason and the Dance of Our Divided Selves

    by John Duncan ...
    Why are we so often in conflict – arguing with ourselves and with others, uncertain over who we are and what we want?For thousands of years, writers, thinkers and philosophers have seen life as a battle between the guiding power of reason and a disruptive animal within. In a world where fierce culture wars and endless newsfeeds turn up the tension, how can we overcome our uncertainties and know ... Read more

    $14.29 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • How Intelligence Happens

    by John Duncan ...
    A lively journey through the brain's inner workings from "one of the world's leading cognitive neuroscientists" ( The Wall Street Journal).Human intelligence builds sprawling cities, vast cornfields, and complex microchips. It takes us from the atom to the limits of the universe. How does the biological brain, a collection of billions of cells, enable us to do things no other species can do?In ... Read more

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  • Any Colour - So Long As It's Black

    Designing the Model T Ford 1906-1908

    by John Duncan ...
    Henry Fords design of the Model T automobile between 1906 and 1908 was an extraordinary achievement. The industry was, at the time, still in an experimental phase and yet this design lasted without major change for nearly two decades. More than 15 million Model Ts were built: performance and price gave the car an edge. In this sense they were popular, yet owners were apologetic about owning one. ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • Travels in Western Africa in 1845 & 1846: From the Kingdom of Dahomey to Adofoodia

    Enriched edition. Journeys through African Kingdoms: Culture and Exploration in 19th Century West Africa

    by John Duncan, Colin Fairfax ...
    In "Travels in Western Africa in 1845 & 1846: From the Kingdom of Dahomey to Adofoodia," John Duncan offers a vivid and detailed account of his journey through the intricate landscapes and vibrant cultures of Western Africa. The narrative is characterized by a keen observational style, intertwining rich descriptions of local customs, geographical features, and the socio-political dynamics he ... Read more

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    The Blade Mage

    by Phillip Drayer Duncan ...
    Narrated by John Pirhalla ...
    Series Audiobook 1 - The Blade Mage

    Unabridged

    9 hours 49 min

    The sword chooses its wielder.I never asked to be Blade Mage. My fellow wizards weren’t exactly thrilled about my selection, either. Unfortunately, those weird old druids have a strict no returns policy.So I left, and for the past few years, I’ve managed to hide from my responsibilities and former life. But I always knew one day the Cabal would come looking for its precious sword. And so they have ... Read more

    $22.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Measuring the Mind

    Speed, control, and age

    Edited by John Duncan, Louise Phillips, Peter McLeod ...
    What are the fundamental mechanisms of decision making, processing speed, memory and cognitive control? How do these give rise to individual differences, and how do they change as people age? How are these mechanisms implemented in neural unctions, in particular the functions of the frontal lobe? How do they relate to the demands of everyday, 'real life' behaviour? Over almost five decades, Pat ... Read more

    $46.99 USD

  • Executive Control and the Frontal Lobe: Current Issues

    Edited by Werner X. Schneider, John Duncan, Adrian M. Owen ...
    While the importance of the prefrontal cortex for "higher-order" cognitive functions is largely undisputed, no consensus has been reached regarding precise specifications of these functions. For example, although some degree of regional specialization within the frontal lobe seems inevitable, by and large, most attempts to map specific cognitive functions onto neuroanatomical and/or ... Read more

    $143.99 USD

  • Epilepsy

    A Queen Square Textbook

    Edited by John S. Duncan, Ley Sander ...
    Comprehensive, cutting-edge guide to adult epilepsy from the renowned Queen Square specialistsEpilepsy: A Queen Square Textbook delivers an authoritative and up-to-date overview of the causes, consequences, diagnosis, and treatment of epilepsy in adults. Written by the distinguished Queen Square Epilepsy group, this complete resource synthesises the relevant evidence and applies the latest ... Read more

    $110.00 USD

  • Travels in Western Africa in 1845 & 1846, Volume 1 (of 2)

    by John Duncan ...
    "Travels in Western Africa" by John Duncan is an insightful account of his explorations in the region during the mid-19th century. The book captures the rich cultural tapestry and diverse landscapes of Western Africa, as Duncan navigates through various territories, documenting his experiences and observations. His narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of the people he encounters, their ... Read more

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  • Travels in Western Africa in 1845 & 1846, Volume 2 (of 2)

    by John Duncan ...
    "Travels in Western Africa" by John Duncan is a captivating account of his explorations in the region during the mid-19th century. This volume, the second in a two-part series, delves into the rich cultures, diverse landscapes, and the challenges faced by travelers in Western Africa. Duncan's observations provide a unique perspective on the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as ... Read more

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  • The Philosophy of Luck

    Edited by Duncan Pritchard, Lee John Whittington ...
    Series series Metaphilosophy
    This is the first volume of its kind to provide a curated collection of cutting-edge scholarship on the philosophy of luckOffers an in-depth examination of the concept of luck, which has often been overlooked in philosophical studyIncludes discussions of luck from a range of philosophical perspectives, including ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, and cognitive scienceExamines the role of luck in ... Read more

    $29.00 USD

  • Koryŏsa

    The History of Koryŏ, the Annals of the Kings, 918–1095 (Book I)

    Edited by Howard Kahm, John B. Duncan, Joung Hoon Lee, Jong-ki Park, Edward Shultz ...
    Among all the Korean dynasties, the Koryŏ dynasty (918-1392) was the first to have contact with the Western world. It was from these interactions that the current appellation of “Korea” was derived from the Koryŏ name. The Koryŏsa, or the History of Koryŏ, is one of the most significant historical texts on the Koryŏ Dynasty of the Korean peninsula. As the principal surviving history, the Koryŏsa ... Read more

    $28.99 USD