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The Descent of Man

An Annotated Edition of Darwin’s Classic Work

de Charles Darwin ...

The first annotated edition of t****he book that shocked the Victorian world and continues to generate controversy todayWhen Charles Darwin's The Descent of Man was published in 1871, the book was an immediate sensation. It presents Darwin's account of how we evolved from primates and expounds his theory of sexual selection, which he believed accounted for human origins and diversity. James Costa ... Leer más

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The first annotated edition of t****he book that shocked the Victorian world and continues to generate controversy todayWhen Charles Darwin's The Descent of Man was published in 1871, the book was an immediate sensation. It presents Darwin's account of how we evolved from primates and expounds his theory of sexual selection, which he believed accounted for human origins and diversity. James Costa
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Le Parasite Colonial

de BIDIGA Abdoul-Bassiti ...

Le colonialisme fut une régression. Cette œuvre vise à le démontrer à travers le prisme de la biologie, de l'éthologie et de l'anthropologie, dans un cadre d'analyse élargi, pour révéler les mécanismes primitifs sous-jacents qui le soutiennent. Ces mécanismes, dont les récits historiques ont longtemps cherché à dissimuler l'existence. Nous verrons que le colonialisme puise probablement ses racines ... Leer más

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Le colonialisme fut une régression. Cette œuvre vise à le démontrer à travers le prisme de la biologie, de l'éthologie et de l'anthropologie, dans un cadre d'analyse élargi, pour révéler les mécanismes primitifs sous-jacents qui le soutiennent. Ces mécanismes, dont les récits historiques ont longtemps cherché à dissimuler l'existence. Nous verrons que le colonialisme puise probablement ses racines
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Alien Worlds

How Insects Conquered the Earth, and Why Their Fate Will Determine Our Future

de Steve Nicholls ...

A beautifully illustrated journey into the hidden realm of insectsLife on Earth depends on the busy activities of insects, but global populations of these teeming creatures are currently under threat, with grave consequences for us all. Alien Worlds presents insects and other arthropods as you have never seen them before, explaining how they conquered the planet and why there are so many of them, ... Leer más

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A beautifully illustrated journey into the hidden realm of insectsLife on Earth depends on the busy activities of insects, but global populations of these teeming creatures are currently under threat, with grave consequences for us all. Alien Worlds presents insects and other arthropods as you have never seen them before, explaining how they conquered the planet and why there are so many of them,
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Евангелие от LUCA: В поисках родословной животного мира

de Максим Винарский ...

Книга «Евангелие от LUCA» рассказывает о мире животном и о роде человеческом. Только LUCA (Last Universal Common Ancestor) — не апостол, а наш общий предок, и, чтобы разобраться, что же это за существо, читатель вместе с автором книги, биологом Максимом Винарским, проделает путь протяженностью более 4 млрд лет. Он познакомится с историей возникновения и эволюцией многоклеточных животных. Выяснит, ... Leer más

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Книга «Евангелие от LUCA» рассказывает о мире животном и о роде человеческом. Только LUCA (Last Universal Common Ancestor) — не апостол, а наш общий предок, и, чтобы разобраться, что же это за существо, читатель вместе с автором книги, биологом Максимом Винарским, проделает путь протяженностью более 4 млрд лет. Он познакомится с историей возникновения и эволюцией многоклеточных животных. Выяснит,
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Новая наука заколдованной вселенной. Антропология большей части человечества

de Маршалл Салинз ...

Traducido por Анастасия Мартынова ...

Series series Культурная история
С точки зрения западного человека, мы живем в секуляризованном — расколдованном — мире. Боги и духи, если и существуют, отделены от нашего — имманентного — мира и усланы в потусторонний — трансцендентный, оставив землю в распоряжении людей, вольных теперь создавать свои институты своими средствами по собственным стандартам. Однако бόльшую часть человеческой истории культуры людей были окружены ... Leer más

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С точки зрения западного человека, мы живем в секуляризованном — расколдованном — мире. Боги и духи, если и существуют, отделены от нашего — имманентного — мира и усланы в потусторонний — трансцендентный, оставив землю в распоряжении людей, вольных теперь создавать свои институты своими средствами по собственным стандартам. Однако бόльшую часть человеческой истории культуры людей были окружены
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The Civilization of Famine/The Human Evolution Seen From Another Angle

de Amalia Gabriela Diaconeasa ...

This book presents an original hypothesis which tries to answer some questions related to human evolution, such as the appearance of some specific human traits, but also to provide solutions to some problems. of human pathology, treated in the light of the particularities of human evolution.Also, this hypothesis offers new directions of research in several fields of biology and medical sciences ... Leer más

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This book presents an original hypothesis which tries to answer some questions related to human evolution, such as the appearance of some specific human traits, but also to provide solutions to some problems. of human pathology, treated in the light of the particularities of human evolution.Also, this hypothesis offers new directions of research in several fields of biology and medical sciences
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Concepts in Reproduction

From Evolution of Mechanisms to Clinical Impact

de Gary M. Wessel, Julian L. Wong, Harvey Florman, Carmen J. Williams, Mark A. Johnson ...

Concepts in Reproduction integrates the principal mechanisms of reproduction among eukaryotes, with a focus on animals and plants. The text emphasizes processes and approaches that evolved to address specific problems inherent in reproduction using examples from morphology, functional studies, and genetic studies. The many high-quality figures complement the text and provide visual storyboards. ... Leer más

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Concepts in Reproduction integrates the principal mechanisms of reproduction among eukaryotes, with a focus on animals and plants. The text emphasizes processes and approaches that evolved to address specific problems inherent in reproduction using examples from morphology, functional studies, and genetic studies. The many high-quality figures complement the text and provide visual storyboards.
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The Rules Cancer Breaks

de Adrian Keller ...

Why does a normal cell stop following the rules that keep trillions of cells working together?The Rules Cancer Breaks explains cancer from the inside out. Adrian Keller follows the biological logic of a tumor as cells accumulate mutations, escape growth controls, maintain telomeres, recruit or co-opt blood vessels, diversify, enter the circulation, and attempt to colonize distant organs.Using ... Leer más

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Why does a normal cell stop following the rules that keep trillions of cells working together?The Rules Cancer Breaks explains cancer from the inside out. Adrian Keller follows the biological logic of a tumor as cells accumulate mutations, escape growth controls, maintain telomeres, recruit or co-opt blood vessels, diversify, enter the circulation, and attempt to colonize distant organs.Using
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The Scientific Evidences of Organic Evolution

de George John Romanes ...

In "The Scientific Evidences of Organic Evolution," George John Romanes presents a comprehensive exploration of evolutionary theory at the intersection of science and philosophy. The book is notable for its rigorous examination of the empirical evidence supporting organic evolution, drawing upon contemporary biological research, fossil records, and comparative anatomy. Romanes employs a clear and ... Leer más

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In "The Scientific Evidences of Organic Evolution," George John Romanes presents a comprehensive exploration of evolutionary theory at the intersection of science and philosophy. The book is notable for its rigorous examination of the empirical evidence supporting organic evolution, drawing upon contemporary biological research, fossil records, and comparative anatomy. Romanes employs a clear and
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人类爱欲演化史

从身体算法到数字时代的亲密关系

de 观尘 ...

Series Libro 1 - 人性洞察系列
为什么现代人的爱如此疲惫？在一个选择无限、滑动算法和前所未有自由的时代，我们却正在经历一场全球性的孤独流行病。问题不在于你，而在于你的演化"硬件"。《人类爱欲演化史》交付了一套关于人类亲密关系的"零废话"认知模型。它打破了浪漫神话与算法噪音，为你揭示人类行为底层的"源代码"。从非洲大草原的狩猎采集者到数字时代的择偶市场，本书将演化生物学、神经科学、人类学与社会学融为一体，为你提供极其清晰的系统性认知。在本书中你将看到：为什么直立行走与"产科两难"迫使人类演化出了配偶羁绊与隐蔽排卵。繁衍策略的双重真相：为什么我们既渴望单配偶制的安全感，却又在生理上保留着暗藏博弈的本能。农业革命如何利用私有制打造出父权制的"婚姻契约"；而印刷术又如何创造了"浪漫"这一文化模因。史上最强大的生理黑客--避孕药--如何通过剥离性与繁衍，彻底重塑了现代人的择偶偏好。为什么现代约会软件本质上是"数字斯金纳箱" ... Leer más

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为什么现代人的爱如此疲惫？在一个选择无限、滑动算法和前所未有自由的时代，我们却正在经历一场全球性的孤独流行病。问题不在于你，而在于你的演化"硬件"。《人类爱欲演化史》交付了一套关于人类亲密关系的"零废话"认知模型。它打破了浪漫神话与算法噪音，为你揭示人类行为底层的"源代码"。从非洲大草原的狩猎采集者到数字时代的择偶市场，本书将演化生物学、神经科学、人类学与社会学融为一体，为你提供极其清晰的系统性认知。在本书中你将看到：为什么直立行走与"产科两难"迫使人类演化出了配偶羁绊与隐蔽排卵。繁衍策略的双重真相：为什么我们既渴望单配偶制的安全感，却又在生理上保留着暗藏博弈的本能。农业革命如何利用私有制打造出父权制的"婚姻契约"；而印刷术又如何创造了"浪漫"这一文化模因。史上最强大的生理黑客--避孕药--如何通过剥离性与繁衍，彻底重塑了现代人的择偶偏好。为什么现代约会软件本质上是"数字斯金纳箱"
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Sometimes Things Just Happen

de K. Arnold ...

The book has a very large scope, all creatures for all time; snowball earth, evolution of life forms, extinction events; and through tribal man, civilized man, and modern man. The book is not about solutions, but about choices. More than history, it covers why things happened, what it meant at the time and what it might mean in the future. It is a fun book looking at some events in a new way. i.e. ... Leer más

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The book has a very large scope, all creatures for all time; snowball earth, evolution of life forms, extinction events; and through tribal man, civilized man, and modern man. The book is not about solutions, but about choices. More than history, it covers why things happened, what it meant at the time and what it might mean in the future. It is a fun book looking at some events in a new way. i.e.
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L'origine delle specie

de Charles Darwin ...

L'origine delle specie è un testo che ha influenzato in modo radicale il corso della nostra storia. Charles Darwin al suo interno ha elaborato quella che è divenuta la teoria fondamentale sullorigine delle specie stabilendo uno spartiacque non progresso della civiltà umana tra il prima e il dopo. La teoria sulla selezione naturale che viene esposta nelle pagine di questo libro non solo costituisce ... Leer más

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L'origine delle specie è un testo che ha influenzato in modo radicale il corso della nostra storia. Charles Darwin al suo interno ha elaborato quella che è divenuta la teoria fondamentale sullorigine delle specie stabilendo uno spartiacque non progresso della civiltà umana tra il prima e il dopo. La teoria sulla selezione naturale che viene esposta nelle pagine di questo libro non solo costituisce
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Sexual Selection and the Descent of Man

The Darwinian Pivot

Edición de Bernard Campbell ...

Just over one hundred and thirty years ago Charles Darwin, in The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex (1871), developed remarkably accurate conclusions about man's ancestry, based on a review of general comparative anatomy and psychology in which he regarded sexual selection as a necessary part of the evolutionary process. But the attention of biologists turned to the more general ... Leer más

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Just over one hundred and thirty years ago Charles Darwin, in The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex (1871), developed remarkably accurate conclusions about man's ancestry, based on a review of general comparative anatomy and psychology in which he regarded sexual selection as a necessary part of the evolutionary process. But the attention of biologists turned to the more general
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After Eden

The Evolution of Human Domination

de Kirkpatrick Sale ...

When did the human species turn against the planet that we depend on for survival? Human industry and consumption of resources have altered the climate, polluted the water and soil, destroyed ecosystems, and rendered many species extinct, vastly increasing the likelihood of an ecological catastrophe. How did humankind come to rule nature to such an extent? To regard the planet’s resources and ... Leer más

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When did the human species turn against the planet that we depend on for survival? Human industry and consumption of resources have altered the climate, polluted the water and soil, destroyed ecosystems, and rendered many species extinct, vastly increasing the likelihood of an ecological catastrophe. How did humankind come to rule nature to such an extent? To regard the planet’s resources and
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Evolution and Adaptation

Unraveling the Mysteries of Genetic Adaptation and Evolutionary Change

de Thomas Hunt Morgan ...

In "Evolution and Adaptation," Thomas Hunt Morgan delves into the intricate mechanisms of evolution, emphasizing the role of genetic factors in shaping the adaptability of species. The book is a seminal work in the field of genetics, interweaving rigorous scientific observation with accessible prose, making complex biological concepts approachable for both scholars and lay readers. Morgan'Äôs ... Leer más

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In "Evolution and Adaptation," Thomas Hunt Morgan delves into the intricate mechanisms of evolution, emphasizing the role of genetic factors in shaping the adaptability of species. The book is a seminal work in the field of genetics, interweaving rigorous scientific observation with accessible prose, making complex biological concepts approachable for both scholars and lay readers. Morgan'Äôs
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Stalking the Wild Sweetgrass

Domestication and Horticulture of the Grass Used in African-American Coiled Basketry

de Robert J. Dufault ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
Stalking the Wild Sweetgrass: Domestication and Horticulture of the Grass Used in African-American Coiled Basketry is concerned with the historical domestication of sweetgrass, the main construction/structural grass used in the three century old African-American tradition of coiled basketry in South Carolina. During the plantation era in southern agriculture, sweetgrass baskets were made for post ... Leer más

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Stalking the Wild Sweetgrass: Domestication and Horticulture of the Grass Used in African-American Coiled Basketry is concerned with the historical domestication of sweetgrass, the main construction/structural grass used in the three century old African-American tradition of coiled basketry in South Carolina. During the plantation era in southern agriculture, sweetgrass baskets were made for post
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Signs of Life: A Semantic Critique of Evolutionary Theory

de Ashish Dalela ...

This book challenges the fundamental ideas in the Neo-Darwinian theory of evolution from the perspective of mathematics, physics, computing, game theory, and non-linear dynamics.It argues that the key ideas underlying evolution—random mutation and natural selection—are based on notions about matter, causality, space-time, and lawfulness, which were supposed true in Darwin's time, but have been ... Leer más

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This book challenges the fundamental ideas in the Neo-Darwinian theory of evolution from the perspective of mathematics, physics, computing, game theory, and non-linear dynamics.It argues that the key ideas underlying evolution—random mutation and natural selection—are based on notions about matter, causality, space-time, and lawfulness, which were supposed true in Darwin's time, but have been
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ЕВА. История эволюции женского тела. История человечества

de Кэт Бохэннон ...

Traducido por Марина Кедрова ...

Series series Женская территория
Как и когда у наших далеких предков появилось молоко? Почему удобному и безболезненному откладыванию яиц они предпочли такой сложный и опасный процесс, как беременность? И что на самом деле радикально отличает нас от животных? В своем выдающемся исследовании доктор наук Кэт Бохэннон рассматривает эволюционных «Ев» каждого из основных признаков Homo Sapiens. Живо рисуя перед читателями образ и быт ... Leer más

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Как и когда у наших далеких предков появилось молоко? Почему удобному и безболезненному откладыванию яиц они предпочли такой сложный и опасный процесс, как беременность? И что на самом деле радикально отличает нас от животных? В своем выдающемся исследовании доктор наук Кэт Бохэннон рассматривает эволюционных «Ев» каждого из основных признаков Homo Sapiens. Живо рисуя перед читателями образ и быт
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Woher wir wirklich kommen

de Dominik Wörner ...

Woher kommen wir wirklich? Die Antwort scheint längst festzustehen: Evolution, gemeinsame Vorfahren, Homo erectus, Neandertaler, Homo sapiens. Doch je tiefer wir in die Geschichte des Menschen eintauchen, desto komplexer wird das Bild.Mehrere Menschenarten existierten gleichzeitig. Sie begegneten sich, vermischten sich und hinterließen Spuren in unserem Erbgut. Neue Fossilien und genetische ... Leer más

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Woher kommen wir wirklich? Die Antwort scheint längst festzustehen: Evolution, gemeinsame Vorfahren, Homo erectus, Neandertaler, Homo sapiens. Doch je tiefer wir in die Geschichte des Menschen eintauchen, desto komplexer wird das Bild.Mehrere Menschenarten existierten gleichzeitig. Sie begegneten sich, vermischten sich und hinterließen Spuren in unserem Erbgut. Neue Fossilien und genetische
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Homo Deus - Summarized for Busy People

A Brief History of Tomorrow: Based on the Book by Yuval Noah Harari

de Goldmine Reads ...

This book summary and analysis was created for individuals who want to extract the essential contents and are too busy to go through the full version. This book is not intended to replace the original book. Instead, we highly encourage you to buy the full version.Yuval Noah Harari, author of the worldwide hit and New York Times bestseller Sapiens, presents another riveting and thought-provoking ... Leer más

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This book summary and analysis was created for individuals who want to extract the essential contents and are too busy to go through the full version. This book is not intended to replace the original book. Instead, we highly encourage you to buy the full version.Yuval Noah Harari, author of the worldwide hit and New York Times bestseller Sapiens, presents another riveting and thought-provoking
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Neotropical Savannas and Seasonally Dry Forests

Plant Diversity, Biogeography, and Conservation

Edición de R. Toby Pennington, James A. Ratter ...

Series series Systematics Association Special Volumes
More often than not, when people think of a neotropical forest, what comes to mind is a rain forest, rather than a dry forest. Just as typically, when they imagine a savanna, they visualize the African plains, rather than those dry woodlands and grasslands found in the Neotropics. These same preconceptions can be found among scientists, as these ne ... Leer más

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More often than not, when people think of a neotropical forest, what comes to mind is a rain forest, rather than a dry forest. Just as typically, when they imagine a savanna, they visualize the African plains, rather than those dry woodlands and grasslands found in the Neotropics. These same preconceptions can be found among scientists, as these ne
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ADVANCED TREATMENT FOR BLOOM SYNDROME: APOMETRY, NLP, REGRESSION AND HYPNOSIS

de Edenilson Brandl, Thor Otto Alexsander ...

Welcome to "Advanced Treatment for Bloom Syndrome: Apometry, NLP, Regression, and Hypnosis." This book is the culmination of extensive research, practical experience, and a deep commitment to exploring holistic approaches to healing and well-being.Bloom Syndrome is a complex genetic condition that presents unique challenges to those affected and their caregivers. It is our belief that a ... Leer más

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Welcome to "Advanced Treatment for Bloom Syndrome: Apometry, NLP, Regression, and Hypnosis." This book is the culmination of extensive research, practical experience, and a deep commitment to exploring holistic approaches to healing and well-being.Bloom Syndrome is a complex genetic condition that presents unique challenges to those affected and their caregivers. It is our belief that a
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Genetics and Regenerative Medicine: Advancing the Cure of Hereditary Diseases

de Edenilson Brandl ...

Science has been a beacon of discoveries and innovations that have shaped the course of humanity. As we move into the 21st century, we are witnessing remarkable progress in a field that has the potential to revolutionize medicine and transform lives: genetics and regenerative medicine.This book emerges as a comprehensive and accessible source of knowledge designed to explore the many aspects of ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Science has been a beacon of discoveries and innovations that have shaped the course of humanity. As we move into the 21st century, we are witnessing remarkable progress in a field that has the potential to revolutionize medicine and transform lives: genetics and regenerative medicine.This book emerges as a comprehensive and accessible source of knowledge designed to explore the many aspects of
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Apoyo Terapéutico para Padres de Niños con Fibrosis Quística

de Edenilson Brandl ...

La crianza de un hijo con fibrosis quística es un viaje que implica una montaña rusa de emociones, desafíos médicos y decisiones importantes. En este libro, nos sumergiremos en este viaje desde una perspectiva terapéutica, brindando a los padres las herramientas, el conocimiento y el apoyo que necesitan para enfrentar los desafíos y las alegrías que acompañan a esta enfermedad genética.El ... Leer más

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La crianza de un hijo con fibrosis quística es un viaje que implica una montaña rusa de emociones, desafíos médicos y decisiones importantes. En este libro, nos sumergiremos en este viaje desde una perspectiva terapéutica, brindando a los padres las herramientas, el conocimiento y el apoyo que necesitan para enfrentar los desafíos y las alegrías que acompañan a esta enfermedad genética.El
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