David Levy Ordre des livres

The grocer, the teacher, the soldier, the Quaker... Mike Levy shines a light on the courageous deeds of twenty-two women and men who transformed the lives of the Kindertransport and other refugees. In 1938, when the government refused to act and those around them turned a blind eye, these heroic individuals took it upon themselves to orchestrate one of the greatest lifesaving missions the world has ever seen. Until now the compelling accounts of these extraordinary rescue missions have remained untold. Mike Levy is a researcher for the US Holocaust Memorial Museum (contractor) and the Association for Jewish Refugees, an educator with the Holocaust Education Trust and Chair of The Harwich Kindertransport Memorial and Learning Trust.

Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. Scholars have deemed it important, highlighting its relevance in understanding historical and societal contexts.

In October 1948 George McLaurin became the first African American to enroll at the University of Oklahoma. McLaurin's case drew national attention and culminated in a US Supreme Court decision. David Levy chronicles the historically significant - and at times poignant - story of McLaurin's two- year struggle to secure his rights.

Exploring the concept of robot consciousness, this book delves into the complexities of human-robot relationships. It examines the religious beliefs and ethical frameworks of robots, as well as their civil and legal rights. Additionally, the text reflects on human ethical attitudes regarding interactions with robots, prompting readers to consider the moral implications of technology in society.

David Levy, a renowned astronomer, explores the profound impact of a total solar eclipse, describing it as a natural phenomenon that evokes deep emotional and existential reactions. He emphasizes the transformative experience of witnessing such an event, suggesting it can profoundly affect one's perception of life and the universe. Through his insights, Levy invites readers to reflect on the awe and wonder that eclipses inspire, highlighting their ability to connect us to something greater than ourselves.

One of the UK's leading diabetes physicians provides cutting-edge but practical guidance on the causes and drivers of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes, how to manage it most effectively and how to minimise medication and complications.

Edited by well-known pioneers in the field, this handbook and ready reference provides a comprehensive overview of transparent conductive materials with a strong application focus. Following an introduction to the materials and recent developments, subsequent chapters discuss the synthesis and characterization as well as the deposition techniques that are commonly used for energy harvesting and light emitting applications. Finally, the book concludes with a look at future technological advances. All-encompassing and up-to-date, this interdisciplinary text runs the gamut from chemistry and materials science to engineering, from academia to industry, and from fundamental challenges to readily available applications.

From email to smart phones, and from social media to Google searches, digital technologies have transformed the way we learn, entertain ourselves, socialize, and work. Despite their usefulness, these technologies have often led to information overload, stress, and distraction. The author offers a guide to being more relaxed, attentive, and emotionally balanced while online. In a series of exercises designed to help readers observe and reflect on their own use, the author asks readers to observe themselves while emailing and while multitasking, and also to experiment with unplugging from their devices.

In this book, author David N. Levy uses Machiavelli's conflict between the elite and the people as the lens through which to understand the other major features of his republicanism. Through analyzing his Discourses on Livy, Levy shows that Machiavelli's principles can provide support for, and constructive criticism of, modern liberal democracy.

This text interrogates the role of experts in governing and proposes a viable alternative: governing by democratic discussion.