A professor, biologist, and physiologist argues that modern Darwinism’s materialist and mechanistic biases have led to a scientific dead end, unable to define what life is—and only an openness to the qualities of "purpose and desire" will move the field forward.
Scott Turner contends. "To be scientists, we force ourselves into a Hobson’s choice on the matter: accept intentionality and purposefulness as real attributes of life, which disqualifies you as a scientist; or become a scientist and dismiss life’s distinctive quality from your thinking. I have come to believe that this choice actually stands in the way of our having a fully coherent theory of life." 
Growing research shows that life's most distinctive quality, shared by all living things, is purpose and desire: maintain homeostasis to sustain life. In Purpose and Desire, Turner draws on the work of Claude Bernard, a contemporary of Darwin revered among physiologists as the founder of experimental medicine, to build on Bernard’s "dangerous idea" of vitalism, which seeks to identify what makes "life" a unique phenomenon of nature. To further its quest to achieve a fuller understanding of life, Turner argues, science must move beyond strictly accepted measures that consider only the mechanics of nature. 
A thoughtful appeal to widen our perspective of biology that is grounded in scientific evidence, Purpose and Desire helps us bridge the ideological evolutionary divide.

PURPOSE & DESIRE

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Turner, Scott

Crafts & Hobbies

SanFran

Your essential trail guide to San Diego County Since 1986, Jerry Schad’s Afoot &amp; Afield: San Diego County has been the premier trail guide for hikers, backpackers, and mountain bikers. In fact, the Los Angeles Times called it the “bible of San Diego hiking.” This fifth edition features 282 trips, ranging from short, self-guided nature trails to challenging peak climbs and canyon treks. Coauthor Scott Turner has fully updated this edition, which includes new maps and more than 30 new hikes. The book encompasses almost all public―and a few private―lands within San Diego County, including Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Cleveland National Forest, the Cuyamaca Mountains, and numerous county and city parks. It describes routes ranging from brief, family-friendly hikes to multiple-day overnight trips in remote regions of the backcountry, providing equal weight to the scenic and recreational value of each trip. For every route, you’ll find at-a-glance essential information, including distance, hiking time, and elevation gain/loss; notes on which trails are suitable for children, mountain bikes, dogs, equestrians, and backpacking; and accurate and precise driving and hiking directions. Plus, each trip features at least one significant botanical, cultural, or geological highlight with detailed information about what makes it special.

Afoot and Afield: San Diego County: 281 Spectacular Outings along the Coast, Foothills, Mountains, and Desert (Afoot & Afield)

History

SCHAD, JERRY

Americas

Wilderness Press

Afoot & Afield: San Diego County: 282 Spectacular Outings Along the Coast, Foothills, Mountains, and Desert

Ayahuasca is not about healing. It is about magic. It is the quintessential magic potion. This book deals with the emergence of the magical world into the author's normal life which began during the 2010 Chilean earthquake then continued to grow until he began unintentionally evoking demons to physical reality, meeting with planetary intelligence, pure evil, and the Elohim. It asks how we can discern the truth when the deeply symbolic unconscious decides to visit us in the real world. The book is unique from others in this genre because it attempts to be quite critical of the Ayahuasca experience and paint it into a larger Western context. While still being filled with amazing stories, it attempts to reconstruct and sometimes deconstruct what actually happened to discover if we can have confidence in our own perceptions and understandings of consciousness. Here is the thing. No one knows what they are dealing with ayahuasca. Most of the books are filled with uncritical astonishment. The story needed to be written down as a warning and as a guide. This semi-autobiographical story reflects on meetings with pure evil, the origin of our thoughts, magic, shamanic negligence and how moving towards higher vibrations through deep mindfulness and prayerful meditation can allow us to re-emerge into the light.

Ayahuasca Magic: The Spell of the Unconscious

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alternative Medicine

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Whether you’re visiting for a day or exploring for a week, this guide provides intel on the best hikes and walks, as well as views, giant trees, camping, and more to help visitors make the most of these magnificent parks. Featured attractions are easily accessible from the parks’ main roads, and 40 carefully selected day hikes range from easy to challenging. Other features include: 
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<li>Park basics: visitor centers, permits and fees, info on gateway towns, fun facts</li> <li>"Must-see" sights within the park</li> <li>Overview of the parks' flora and fauna</li> <li>Brief tips and advice for non-hiking activities</li> <li>Overview of park campgrounds and lodging</li> <li>Park and hiking safety</li> </ul>

Hike the Parks Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks: Best Day Hikes, Walks, and Sights

Sports & Outdoors

Hiking & Camping

MOUNTAINEERS BOOKS+

Experienced hiker and guidebook author and Southern California native Scott Turner has been exploring Joshua Tree National Park for years, fostering a deep knowledge of its geography and natural and human history. Here he provides distinct guidance for choosing the perfect hike to experience the unique landscape of the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts. Attractive, all-color guidebook packed with info to help readers choose activities that meet their interests: 
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<li>Day hikes from 1 to 10 miles, with elevation from 250 to 1500 feet</li> <li>Distances and elevations measured in both US Standard and metric</li> <li>Information on park campgrounds and lodges</li> <li>Park basics: visitor centers, must-see sights and activities, permits and fees, fun facts, gateway towns, and more</li> <li>Overview of flora and fauna and the effects of climate change in the park</li> </ul>

Hike the Parks: Joshua Tree National Park: Best Day Hikes, Walks, and Sights

Discover two of Utah’s most popular parks, conveniently situated to visit in a single trip. Established in 1919 Zion was Utah’s first national park and currently sees 4.5 million visitors annually, while Bryce Canyon gets 2.6 million. Beat the crowds with this guide to hikes and sights that no one should miss, exploring the canyons, hoodoos, and incomparable vistas across both destinations. Attractive, all-color guidebook packed with info to help readers choose activities that meet their interests: 
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<li>Day hikes from 1 to 10 miles, with total elevation gains from 80 to 2200 feet</li> <li>Distances and elevations measured in both US Standard and metric</li> <li>Information on park campgrounds and lodges</li> <li>Park basics: visitor centers, must-see sights and activities, permits and fees, fun facts, gateway towns, and more</li> <li>Overview of flora and fauna and the effects of climate change in each the park</li> </ul>

Hike the Parks: Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks: Best Day Hikes, Walks, and Sights

The most comprehensive, up-to-date hiking guide for this iconic national park * Portable, full-color format* Emphasizes day hikes of 3-12 miles* Destination park with more than four million visitors annuallyWith soaring alpine summits, sparkling lakes, and glaciated wonderlands, Yosemite National Park has so much to offer, and this newest addition to our bestselling Day Hiking series is your guide to the best of the park's wonders. It includes 90 detailed route descriptions plus an appendix with bonus capsule descriptions for 11 additional day hikes and 4 backpacking trips. Areas covered include Wawona, Glacier Point Road, Yosemite Valley, Crane Flat, Hetch Hetchy, Tenaya Lake, Tuolumne Meadows, Tioga Pass, Mono Basin, and more. Day Hiking: Yosemite National Park also features: * At-a-glance chart to help readers choose the day's adventure * Quick-reference icons for kid- and dog-friendly routes, wildflowers, historical significance, and more * Sidebars on conservation, park history, and more * Clear and detailed topographic maps * Subjective star ratings on overall trail experiences * Gorgeous, full-color photographs throughout

Day Hiking: Yosemite National Park: Glacier Point * Yosemite Valley * Tuolumne Meadows * Mono Basin

Roblox Doórs: Reboot

Teen & Young Adult

Literature & Fiction

Independently published

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