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Focusing on the hidden epidemic of child hunger, the book reveals the alarming reality that many children face inadequate nutrition despite living in seemingly abundant societies. Through a blend of research and personal stories, it uncovers systemic failures and socioeconomic disparities contributing to this crisis, highlighting its emotional and physiological impacts. With a compassionate narrative, the author calls for awareness and action, urging individuals and policymakers to confront these issues and advocate for the well-being of vulnerable children.

A huge selection of prayers from some of our best-loved authors including Nick Fawcett, David Adam, Susan Sayers, and Ray Simpson. Bringing together words of warmth across a range of subjects and situations, these timeless prayer collections can be used for both personal and group prayer and provide a wealth of resources.

Featuring over 300 prayers for Advent and Christmas, this collection showcases the work of esteemed Christian writers David Adam, Nick Fawcett, Susan Sayers, and Ray Simpson. It serves as an essential resource for individuals involved in preparing public worship, offering a rich variety of prayers that enhance the spiritual experience during the festive season.

Focusing on the concept of walking in light, this meditative book invites readers to embrace discipleship through twelve themed chapters, each representing an hour of the day. It reflects on the tradition of daily prayers in monastic communities, exploring themes such as praise, thanksgiving, and forgiveness. The prayers are designed for use at specific times or as a guide for personal reflection, encouraging a deeper spiritual journey from morning to night.

Focusing on the theme of God's presence, this book emphasizes the joy of Advent as a time for connection through prayer. It offers a collection of meaningful, concise prayers designed to celebrate God's companionship and the essence of the season. Authored by David Adam, the prayers are crafted to be accessible and reflective, guiding readers from Advent to Epiphany in their spiritual journey.

Kolejna książka autora bestsellera Człowiek, który nie mógł przestać Co by było, gdyby twój poziom inteligencji okazał się wyższy, niż ci się wydaje? Czy w twojej głowie kryje się geniusz, który tylko czeka, żeby się ujawnić? A może chciałbyś zażyć pigułkę, która zwiększy twój potencjał intelektualny? Badacze na całym świecie pracują nad sposobami poprawy działania naszego mózgu, byśmy stawali się coraz bystrzejsi i zdolni do większej koncentracji. David Adam próbuje odpowiedzieć na pytania: Czym jest inteligencja? W której części mózgu się znajduje? I przede wszystkim: Czy można ją zmienić i ulepszyć? Autor na własnej skórze sprawdza skuteczność rewolucyjnych pigułek na rozum i elektrostymulacji, opowiada o mrocznych dziejach testów na inteligencję oraz spotyka się z sawantami i hakerami mózgów. W ironiczny sposób opisuje też Mensę, której jest członkiem, bezlitośnie obnażając słabości tej instytucji. David Adam zadaje ważne pytania o to, czy i w jaki sposób nauka powinna klasyfikować ludzi ze względu na inteligencję oraz jak daleko można się w posunąć w próbach podwyższania poziomu inteligencji. To błyskotliwa i ironiczna książka, która daje do myślenia David Adam rzeczywiście sprawia, że czytelnicy stają się inteligentniejsi.

Exploring the neuroscience of cognitive enhancement, David Adam delves into how advancements can sharpen our minds and boost intelligence. He examines the evolution of brain science, from historical autopsy clubs to remarkable savant case studies. As he investigates neuroenhancement techniques on himself, including smart pills and brain stimulation, he raises ethical questions about measuring intelligence. This journey not only highlights the potential of brain function but also challenges our perceptions of mental ability and its implications for society's future.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Man Who Couldn't Stop. 'Witty, sharp and enlightening . . . This book will make you smarter' Adam Rutherford. What if you have more intelligence than you realize? What if there is a genius inside you, just waiting to be released? And what if the route to better brain power is not hard work or thousands of hours of practice but to simply swallow a pill?In The Genius Within, bestselling author David Adam explores the ground-breaking neuroscience of cognitive enhancement that is changing the way the brain and the mind works – to make it better, sharper, more focused and, yes, more intelligent. Sharing his own experiments with revolutionary smart drugs and electrical brain stimulation, he delves into the sinister history of intelligence tests, meets savants and brain hackers and reveals how he boosted his own IQ to cheat his way into Mensa.Going to the heart of how we consider, measure and judge mental ability, The Genius Within asks difficult questions about the science that could rank and define us, and inevitably shape our future.

Spiritual guidance through meditating on the wonders of the created world.

"David Adam explores the groundbreaking neuroscience of cognitive enhancement that is changing the way the brain and the mind works--to make it better, sharper, more focused and, yes, more intelligent. He considers how we measure and judge intelligence, taking us on a fascinating tour of the history of brain science and medicine, from gentlemen scientist brain autopsy clubs to case studies of mental health patients with extraordinary savant abilities. In addition to reporting on the latest research and fascinating case studies, David also goes on his own personal journey to investigate the possibilities of neuroenhancement, using himself as a guinea pig for smart pills and electrical brain stimulation in order to improve his IQ scores and cheat his way into MENSA. Getting to the heart of how we think about intelligence and mental ability, The Genius Within plunges into deep ethical, neuroscientific, and historical pools of enquiry about the science of brain function, untapping potential, and what it means for all of us. Going to the heart of how we consider, measure, and judge mental ability, The Genius Within asks difficult questions about the science that could rank and define us, and inevitably shape our future."--Dust jacket.