Robo Sapiens: Tales of Tomorrow (Omnibus)

Robo Sapiens: Tales of Tomorrow (Omnibus)
Author: Toranosuke Shimada
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2021-11-23
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1685792901

In the future, robots are more than machines. Autonomous "cyber-persons" with A.I. brains are part of society, interacting with humans while developing their own culture. In fact, they may be surpassing humans, as biological homo sapiens have begun to die out and give way to robo sapiens. But are humans truly disappearing, or are robots the newest form of humanity? This millennia-spanning, speculative science fiction manga of interconnected stories, both human and robotic, was awarded the Division Grand Prize at the 2020 Japan Media Arts Festival.

Robo Sapiens: Tales of Tomorrow (Omnibus)

Robo Sapiens: Tales of Tomorrow (Omnibus)
Author: Toranosuke Shimada
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-12-07
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1648275982

In this Eisner-nominated science fiction saga, enter a world where artificial intelligence is thriving--and human culture is dying. In the future, robots are more than machines. Autonomous "cyber-persons" with A.I. brains are now part of society, interacting with humans while developing their own culture. In fact, they may be surpassing humans, as biological homo sapiens have begun to die out and give way to robo sapiens. But are humans truly disappearing, or are robots becoming the newest form of humanity? This millennia-spanning, speculative fiction manga of interconnected stories, both human and robotic, was awarded the Division Grand Prize at the 2020 Japan Media Arts Festival and was nominated for a 2022 Eisner Award.

Sazan & Comet Girl (Omnibus)

Sazan & Comet Girl (Omnibus)
Author: Yuriko Akase
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-09-15
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1645052990

A critically acclaimed, full-color manga adventure through the boundless reaches of outer space! Sazan, a young man from Earth, works construction on other planets and has seen his share of galactic oddities. But when he meets Mina, a vivacious redhead who zooms into his life on a space scooter, he knows he’s run into someone special. Almost as suddenly as she arrived, Mina races out of Sazan’s life, yet Sazan is determined to find her again...no matter how far he must chase her across the galaxy.

F*ck! I'm in My Twenties

F*ck! I'm in My Twenties
Author: Emma Koenig
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2012-08-22
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 1452110530

Everyone has that moment-the realization that adulthood has arrived, like a runaway train, and there's no getting out of its way. From the hit Tumblr blog of the same name, F*ck! I'm in My Twenties perfectly captures the new generation currently testing the waters of post-college reality. Quick-witted and self-deprecating, the author pens irreverent missives, DIY diagrams, illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek checklists that chronicle her experience as a twenty-something living in the big city. Including the best of her beloved blog, plus over 50% new material, this is a perfect humor impulse buy for anyone who has a love-hate relationship with their twenties.

I Am a Cat Barista Vol. 1

I Am a Cat Barista Vol. 1
Author: Hiro Maijima
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2021-11-30
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 168579016X

For some people, the daily grind of city life is exhausting. Yet somewhere between the busy streets there's a mysterious cat café that can only be found by weary souls. What's on the menu? A delicious drink, specially brewed for each customer...by a cat barista!

The History of Science Fiction

The History of Science Fiction
Author: A. Roberts
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2005-11-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0230554652

The History of Science Fiction traces the origin and development of science fiction from Ancient Greece up to the present day. The author is both an academic literary critic and acclaimed creative writer of the genre. Written in lively, accessible prose it is specifically designed to bridge the worlds of academic criticism and SF fandom.

Applications of Flow in Human Development and Education

Applications of Flow in Human Development and Education
Author: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 500
Release: 2014-08-08
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9401790949

The third volume of the collected works of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi covers his work on the application of flow in areas that go beyond the field of leisure where the concept was first applied. Based on his personal experience with schooling and learning, as well as that of many others and contrary to what Cicero claimed, Csikszentmihalyi arrived at the conclusion that instead of taking pride in making the roots of knowledge as bitter as possible, we should try to make them sweeter. Just as flow became a popular and useful concept in voluntary activities, it could likewise be applied in education with the end result of young people being more likely to continue learning not just because they have to but because they want to. This volume brings together a number of articles in which Csikszentmihalyi develops ideas about how to make education and more generally the process of learning to live a good life, more enjoyable. Since theory is the mother of good practice, the first eleven chapters are devoted to theoretical reflections. Some are general and explore what it means to be a human being, what it means to be a person, when we look at life from the perspective of flow. Others are more narrowly focused on such topics as consumption, education, teaching and learning. They help laypeople reflect how they can arrange their lives in such a way as to leave a small ecological footprint while getting the most enjoyment. The second section of the volume contains a dozen empirical articles on similar topics. They deal with the development of identity and self-worth; with the formation of goals and motivation; with loneliness and family life.

Artists' Magazines

Artists' Magazines
Author: Gwen Allen
Publisher: MIT Press
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2011
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0262015196

How artists' magazines, in all their ephemerality, materiality, and temporary intensity, challenged mainstream art criticism and the gallery system.

Mao, Vol. 1

Mao, Vol. 1
Author: Rumiko Takahashi
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2021-09-14
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1974729494

Nanoka passes through a portal into the Taisho era, where exorcist Mao reluctantly rescues her from the jaws of a grotesque yokai. When Nanoka gets back to the present, she discovers she has some new, incredible abilities. She returns to the past looking for answers, only to get caught up in Mao’s investigation of a series of gruesome murders. As her questions about herself multiply, Nanoka learns that Mao is cursed by a cat demon named Byoki—and so is his sword. If anyone but Mao attempts to wield it, they are doomed. But when Mao’s life is in jeopardy, Nanoka picks up his blade and swings! -- VIZ Media