#scientific concepts

[theinfoduniya]

Apple Vision Pro 2024: The Ultimate Augmented Reality Headset for Gaming, Education, Work, and Entertainment

Apple has unveiled its first augmented reality headset, the Apple Vision Pro. The Vision Pro is a high-end device that promises to revolutionize the way we interact with the world around us. The Vision Pro features a high-resolution display, a powerful processor, and a variety of sensors that allow users to interact with digital content in a natural way. The headset is expected to be released in…

[blueheartbooks]

Unraveling the Fabric of Time: A Journey through H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine: An Invention"

H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine: An Invention" catapults readers into the fascinating realm of speculative fiction, offering a gripping narrative that transcends the boundaries of time and imagination. Originally published in 1895, this novella has solidified its place as a classic work of science fiction, exploring profound themes and propelling readers through the cosmic corridors of time.

At its core, "The Time Machine" is a tale of scientific curiosity and its consequences. The protagonist, known simply as the Time Traveller, constructs a machine that enables him to traverse the temporal landscape. His first-person narrative unfolds as a dinner party yarn, where he recounts his astonishing adventures to a group of skeptical friends. Wells masterfully employs the frame narrative, immersing readers in the suspense of the Time Traveller's extraordinary tale.

One of the novella's strengths lies in its imaginative world-building. Wells introduces the reader to the distant future, a world divided into two distinct races—the Eloi and the Morlocks. The Eloi, frail and childlike, inhabit a utopian surface world, while the subterranean Morlocks, eerie and industrious, lurk in the shadows. This stark dichotomy serves as a social commentary on class division and the potential consequences of unchecked technological progress. The novella acts as a cautionary tale, urging readers to contemplate the long-term implications of societal choices.

Wells' writing style is both engaging and thought-provoking. The vivid descriptions of the futuristic landscapes and the Time Traveller's encounters with strange beings evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity. The author skillfully weaves scientific concepts into the narrative, challenging readers to grapple with complex ideas surrounding time, relativity, and the consequences of scientific advancement.

Beyond its scientific and social commentary, "The Time Machine" delves into the existential and philosophical dimensions of time travel. The Time Traveller's experiences prompt profound reflections on the nature of existence, mortality, and the inexorable march of time. Wells invites readers to contemplate the fragility of human civilization and the transient nature of life itself.

The novella's enduring appeal lies in its ability to resonate with readers across generations. Its exploration of time as a narrative device and its examination of societal structures and human nature continue to captivate audiences. Wells' legacy as a pioneer of science fiction is cemented by "The Time Machine," a timeless work that invites readers to contemplate the mysteries of the universe and the consequences of tampering with the fabric of time.

In conclusion, "The Time Machine: An Invention" is a literary gem that transcends the boundaries of its era, offering a timeless exploration of scientific, social, and existential themes. H.G. Wells' narrative prowess and imaginative vision make this novella an essential read for those eager to embark on a thought-provoking journey through the corridors of time.

H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine: An Invention" is available in Amazon in paperback 10.99$ and hardcover 18.99$ editions.

Number of pages: 129

Language: English

Rating: 8/10                                           

Link of the book!

Review By: King's Cat

[blueheartbookclub]

Unraveling the Fabric of Time: A Journey through H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine: An Invention"

H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine: An Invention" catapults readers into the fascinating realm of speculative fiction, offering a gripping narrative that transcends the boundaries of time and imagination. Originally published in 1895, this novella has solidified its place as a classic work of science fiction, exploring profound themes and propelling readers through the cosmic corridors of time.

At its core, "The Time Machine" is a tale of scientific curiosity and its consequences. The protagonist, known simply as the Time Traveller, constructs a machine that enables him to traverse the temporal landscape. His first-person narrative unfolds as a dinner party yarn, where he recounts his astonishing adventures to a group of skeptical friends. Wells masterfully employs the frame narrative, immersing readers in the suspense of the Time Traveller's extraordinary tale.

One of the novella's strengths lies in its imaginative world-building. Wells introduces the reader to the distant future, a world divided into two distinct races—the Eloi and the Morlocks. The Eloi, frail and childlike, inhabit a utopian surface world, while the subterranean Morlocks, eerie and industrious, lurk in the shadows. This stark dichotomy serves as a social commentary on class division and the potential consequences of unchecked technological progress. The novella acts as a cautionary tale, urging readers to contemplate the long-term implications of societal choices.

Wells' writing style is both engaging and thought-provoking. The vivid descriptions of the futuristic landscapes and the Time Traveller's encounters with strange beings evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity. The author skillfully weaves scientific concepts into the narrative, challenging readers to grapple with complex ideas surrounding time, relativity, and the consequences of scientific advancement.

Beyond its scientific and social commentary, "The Time Machine" delves into the existential and philosophical dimensions of time travel. The Time Traveller's experiences prompt profound reflections on the nature of existence, mortality, and the inexorable march of time. Wells invites readers to contemplate the fragility of human civilization and the transient nature of life itself.

The novella's enduring appeal lies in its ability to resonate with readers across generations. Its exploration of time as a narrative device and its examination of societal structures and human nature continue to captivate audiences. Wells' legacy as a pioneer of science fiction is cemented by "The Time Machine," a timeless work that invites readers to contemplate the mysteries of the universe and the consequences of tampering with the fabric of time.

In conclusion, "The Time Machine: An Invention" is a literary gem that transcends the boundaries of its era, offering a timeless exploration of scientific, social, and existential themes. H.G. Wells' narrative prowess and imaginative vision make this novella an essential read for those eager to embark on a thought-provoking journey through the corridors of time.

H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine: An Invention" is available in Amazon in paperback 10.99$ and hardcover 18.99$ editions.

Number of pages: 129

Language: English

Rating: 8/10                                           

Link of the book!

Review By: King's Cat

[fhtagn-and-tentacles]

STELLA MARIS

by ffo art

[your-localfriendandboy]

Still reeling from Ludinus “I hate the gods, they can’t be trusted” Da’leth being asked what proof he has that Predathos (an immortal being 10 times more powerful than any god) won’t destroy exandria and he basically said “I asked him and he said he pinky promised that he won’t hurt us and I believe him”

Like he’s supposed to be this hyper intelligent arch mage and he didn’t think to like… run some tests??? Do some experiments??? Hello???

[humanoidhistory]

From Our Future in Space by Tim Furniss, 1985.

[doveywovy]

usually arranged marriage aus (For peace!!!) have the uchiha be the traditionalist ones really pushing for it and the senju the ones giving way for the sake of peace. but i think it'd be funny if- i mean, look at mito. what if that's the Senju model?

tobiizu au where they're set to get married (for peace) and izuna's expecting a lot of bickering and perhaps a future murder attempt between the spouses. Certainly they're going to spend the rest of their lives arguing over which compound they stay in. he's never going to get to live with his brother again, they'll probably need some spare home in the middle of the village, it's such bullshit. And that's just location stuff, not even getting into everything else being married entails!

except then tobirama arrives and immediately sets about....being a spouse? like yes, there's a lot of bickering, but it's mostly about why the uchiha do things a certain way and if the methods matter or only the end result. Do the uchiha do their laundry in the nara for convenience or bc of historical precedence? do all uchiha brew their tea for 20 minutes or is izuna simply an insane bitter-tea lover (it's just izuna, and it's not the only bitter thing he loves.) tobirama is going to absorb every cultural norm they have and the exact reasons why they have them or so help him god

Tobirama does argue about their house- that it should be the one Izuna's already living in with madara, no secondary location, and certainly no home with the Senju. He's offended at the suggestion. Hashirama is too, when Madara brings it up with him- are you implying his little brother doesn't have his place with the uchiha? are you suggesting he's going to be constantly leaving you? Isn't he being the best wife ever? he took lessons from Mito for months in preparation, don't insult his hard work!

[queerprayers]

Officially, in the western church, today isn't the Annunciation. This is Holy Monday, and the Annunciation is moved to avoid coinciding with Holy Week. I think if it were during the Triduum I would appreciate this, making space to hold both days separately. But it's Monday, and they can't stop me from thinking about Mary during Holy Week. March 25 is a traditional date of both Jesus's death and conception, as well as the Creation—a spring equinox of redemption. Holding space for all these things has always been appropriate. Birth and death coexist; Jesus's beginnings were the beginnings of his mortality. The angel announces the future, and whoever listens must live through all of it.

What did it mean for Mary to say yes to this? We laugh at the "Mary did you know?" lyrics, because we know she knew. But she also didn't have to know the details of God's plan to say yes to what every parent says yes to—witnessing. Acknowledging the bringing into the world of a frail being, perhaps giving your body to make this happen, praying that you will die before they do but knowing that is not promised. And every parent living under a violent state knows what it is to hope it's not your kid that's next (whether you're a Black parent teaching your child how to talk to cops, or a Palestinian parent hiding in rubble, or a Jewish parent under Roman occupation who's seen the crosses outside the city walls).

Do you think, at the foot of the cross, Mary thought of her response, "Let it be unto me according to your word"? After bearing that Word inside her, teaching him how to walk, waiting for God to change his mind, to reveal a ram caught in a thicket so her son wouldn't have to die after all, do you think she remembered her teenage self, magnifying the Lord? "The Almighty has done great things for me"—and to me. Great as in too big to look at all at once, bloodstained things. The power of the Most High is overshadowing her—the shadow of the cross—his flesh broken, and someone (including her perhaps) will take him down and wash him for burial.

What does it mean to hold space for that day when an angel tore into her life, breaking it open for God—during Holy Week? If we desire a feast, we should wait until Easter, I agree. But today I honor a lady of sorrows—I desire an acknowledgement of the violence of agreeing to live and love and create when it will be torn away. The story never ends there, but we must live through this week (and whatever weeks of our lives hold these things) saying yes, witnessing. Judas quit before the miracle happened—he couldn't witness death so he didn't witness the life (on this earth). Mary kept saying yes, even at the end.

We can never know everything we are saying yes to when we surrender to God. She knew in one sense, yes, but no one knows what it's like to lose a son until it happens. And no one but her knows what it's like to be the Mother of God. We already know what God wants us to do, but we don't know until it happens how much it hurts—and what the dawn will bring. What swords will pierce us, what promises will be kept.

When we say the Magnificat, we usually add a Gloria at the end—Mary did not have those words (the Trinity would not be formulated for another couple hundred years), but we have them. When we sing her song, we hold space for the ways we see God exist, and she saw those ways intimately. She held the Son and was surrounded by the Spirit, and now the Father holds her. As we live through Holy Week every year, every year she says yes. God's love continues unfolding. As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.

Your assigned reading for today (should you choose to accept it) is @tomatobird-blog 's comic "Thirty Years." A blessed Holy Monday (and Annunciation) to you all.

[serufu]

Chainsaw Man is one of my favorite stories because it never shies away from the hard questions. How do you form meaningful relationships after sexual trauma? How do you escape the cycle of abuse when it becomes more comfortable to you than "normal" life? How are the bonds you forge and the family you build stronger than what you were born into? And now, its newest philosophical quandary, just how cursed would elephants look if the concept and existence of ears were erased from the world!

[obstinatecondolement]

There is an aphorism in science that all models are wrong, but some are useful. The general idea is that a simplified representation of something much more complex may not perfectly replicate every element of the real thing, or account for every single factor that would affect it under real world conditions, but a good simplification potentially can approximate something more complex enough to get broadly accurate* insights that are useful.

In my opinion, specific sexualities and genders (all of them, fwiw), and the even the concept of being cis or trans, are best thought of as useful models for certain amorphous clusters of experiences and feelings, rather than as things that have concrete, inflexible definitions that map perfectly onto every single person who uses that model of identity as a shorthand. Dictionary definitions of what gay means/what a woman is/etc., are all assuming spherical cows in a vacuum to make the maths easier, and you look like an idiot if you think that cows really are spherical and are not affected by atmospheric pressure in any way (or indeed that they could survive vacuum conditions) and then go around harassing cows on this basis.

A person's internal sense of self is more important than your belief in a model. Fuck off and let me get back to chewing cud.

[bisupergirl]

fools will try and tell you that kara is a science nerd, but true supergirl understanders know that she's a jock (participated in the kryptonian equivalents of chariot racing, hockey, and track-and-field back on krypton when she was younger) with a passion for the humanities (former actress, nearly joined the artist guild on new krypton, and preferred history to science).

[midnight-roses-candy]

What’s my love language? Glad you asked, my love language is biting. But it’s cool that yours is acts of quality affirmation or whatever from some book by a homophobic pastor.

[happyia]

Woe, magical dilo upon you.🧙‍♂️

This started out as portfolio piece (concept: dilophosaurus but even less accurate than jp) but it turned out so flashy and goofy that I couldn't resist adding it to Axolotl Afterparty setting.

Bonus doodles:

[buggbuzz]

my gender is like meat leaf i think. boy materials in the structure of girl. like im a girl made out of boy things but not in a transman way like i like being female im just. a girl-leaning boygirl. maybe??

[humanoidhistory]

Robert McCall, 1975.

[puppyeared]

When you backread through a fun conversation you had with someone for hours an angel gets its wings