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Decorative Textiles from Arab and Islamic Cultures - Wearden Jennifer, Jennifer Scarce
This exceptional collection of Islamic textiles published here ranges widely in region, material and technique. There are exquisite textiles and garments from North Africa, Syria, Arabia, Iran, Turkey and the Indian subcontinent, mainly from the 19th and early 20th centuries, which continue the traditions established in the medieval Islamic world.
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Stealing from the Saracens - Diana Darke
Against a backdrop of Islamophobia, Europeans are increasingly airbrushing from history their cultural debt to the Muslim world. But this legacy lives on in some of Europe''s most recognizable buildings, from Notre-Dame Cathedral to the Houses of Parliament.This beautifully illustrated book reveals the Arab and Islamic roots of Europe''s architectural heritage. Diana Darke traces ideas and styles from vibrant Middle Eastern centers like Damascus, Baghdad and Cairo, via Muslim Spain, Venice and Sicily into Europe. She describes how medieval crusaders, pilgrims and merchants encountered Arab Muslim culture on their way to the Holy Land; and explores more recent artistic interaction between Ottoman and Western cultures, including Sir Christopher Wren''s inspirations in the "Saracen" style of Gothic architecture.Recovering this long yet overlooked history of architectural "borrowing," Stealing from the Saracens is a rich tale of cultural exchange, shedding new light on Europe''s greatest landmarks.
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A Christmas Treasury of Recipes, Crafts, and Wisdom - Angela Ferraro-Fanning
Make the most of the festive season with this charmingly illustrated book packed full of crafting ideas, baking recipes and gardening projects, all perfect for enjoying during Christmas!Get ready for fun, wholesome crafting activities, such as how to make a decorative garland from beads and string. Discover the creativity of using recycled materials and learn about how you can reuse old holiday cards to create bookmarks, gift tags and even your own bunting.Then roll up your sleeves and get your apron ready for the simple, tasty and festive recipes that each make a delicious treat to give away as Christmas gifts. From maple syrup caramels, which need only two ingredients, to deliciously warming cinnamon rolls to share around on Christmas morning, you will be delighted by how easy it is to get involved with the cosy fun.Woven throughout the book are nuggets of nature-themed festive wisdom that encourage you to think about self-sufficiency, written by series author and homesteading teacher Angela Ferraro-Fanning. You will discover how to attract a‘Santa crow’, which can leave gifts in exchange for food, you''ll learn about how to grow elderberry plants from cuttings, and you’ll enjoy some mystical lore about the pattern of the moon ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Prophecy and Power - Adonis, Houria Abdelouahed
Heralded as the greatest living Arab poet, Syrian-born Adonis is also a staunch critic of violence and despotism in the Islamic world. In this book, he explores the nature of political power in Islam by focusing on the figure of the prophet Mohammed as both a political and a mythical leader. In conversation with Houria Abdelouahed, Adonis examines the Qur’anic intervention in establishing the prophet’s power, especially when the text is read based on faith and not reason. The authors discuss the historical developments before and after the prophet’s death, which established the power of the Caliph or the leader as absolute. The second part of the book examines the consequences of these developments in the Arab and Islamic world today, where this ‘tyrannical’ understanding of power continues to hold sway. The authors conclude with a call for secularism in the Arab world and a passionate plea for the separation of religion from the political, legal and social spheres.
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Pre-Islamic Carpets and Textiles from Eastern Lands - Friedrich Spuhler
Celebrates the earliest history of the Islamic world’s great textile traditions through fifty beautiful carpets and fragments. A wave of these beautiful textiles has reached the West since the turn of the 21st century, and here they are divided into variants featuring birds, mammals, and mythological creatures, which retain their glowing colors and lively charm.
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The Arab City – Architecture and Representation - Amale Andraos, Nora Akawi
Moving beyond reductive notions of identity, myths of authenticity, fetishized traditionalism, or the constructed opposition of tradition and modernity, The Arab City: Architectural and Representation critically engages contemporary architectural and urban production in the Middle East. Taking the "Arab City" and "Islamic Architecture" as sites of investigation rather than given categories, this book reframes the region's buildings, cities, and landscapes and broadens its architectural and urban canons. Arab cities are multifaceted places and sites of layered historical imaginaries; defined by regional and territorial economies, they bridge scales of production and political engagement. The essays collected here investigate cultural representation, the evolution of historical cities, contemporary architectural practices, emerging urban conditions, and responsive urban imaginaries in the Arab World. With contributions from Ashraf Abdalla, Senan Abdelqader, Nadia Abu ElA-Haj, Su'ad Amiry, Amale Andraos, Mohammed al-Asad, George Arbid, Mohamed Elshahed, Yasser Elsheshtawy, Rania Ghosn, Saba Innab, Adrian Lahoud, Lila Abu Lughod, Ziad Jamaleddine, Ahmed Kanna, Bernard Khoury, Laura Kurgan, Ali Mangera, Reinhold Martin, Timothy Mitchell, Magda Mostafa, Nasser Rabbat, Hashim Sarkis, Felicity Scott, Hala Warde, Mark Wasiuta, Eyal Weizman, Mabel O. Wilson, and Gwendolyn Wright.
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Cartier and Islamic Art
Louis Cartier (1875–1942), the grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François, was an impassioned collector and patron of the arts. He was particularly entranced by Islamic arts, especially Persian book arts: their geometric shapes, color combinations, and motifs are apparent in Cartier jewelry to this day. Louis’s younger brother Jacques—an expert in precious stones—traveled to India and the Persian Gulf in 1911 and 1912 to experience the culture and bring home treasures of the Middle East: natural pearls. This was the pivotal moment when the dialogue between these two worlds opened up, eventually blossoming into a beautiful relationship that has lasted for decades.Cartier and Islamic Arts
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Europe and the Islamic World - Laurens Henry, John Tolan, Gilles Veinstein
Europe and the Islamic World sheds much-needed light on the shared roots of Islamic and Western cultures and on the richness of their inextricably intertwined histories, refuting once and for all the misguided notion of a "clash of civilizations" between the Muslim world and Europe. In this landmark book, three eminent historians bring to life the
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Foreign Policy in Iran and Saudi Arabia - Robert Mason
Saudi Arabia, with its US alliance and abundance of oil dollars, has a very different economic story to that of Iran, which despite enormous natural gas reserves, has been hit hard by economic, trade, scientific and military sanctions since its 1979 revolution. Robert Mason looks at the effect that economic considerations (such as oil, gas, sanctions, trade and investment) have had on foreign policy decision-making processes and diplomatic activities. By examining the foreign policies of Saudi Arabia and Iran towards each other, and towards the wider Middle East and beyond, Mason seeks to highlight how oil policy, including oil production, pricing and security of supply and demand, is the paramount economic factor which drives the diplomacy and rivalry of these two pivotal regional powers. His book thus offers vital analysis for researchers of international relations in the Middle East and the processes involved in the formation of foreign policy.
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The Travel Chronicles of Mrs J. Theodore Bent. Volume III: Southern Arabia and Persia - Mabel Bent
“If my fellow-traveller had lived, he intended to have put together in book form such information as we had gathered about Southern Arabia. Now, as he died four days after our return from our last journey there, I have had to undertake the task myself. It has been very sad to me, but I have been helped by knowing that, however imperfect this book may be, what is written here will surely be a help to those who, by following in our footsteps, will be able to get beyond them, and to whom I so heartily wish success and a Happy Home-coming, the best wish a traveller may have.†So Mabel Bent (Mrs J. Theodore Bent) begins her Preface to Southern Arabia, one of the classic travel books written in English about this ever-fascinating region, in which she details the couple’s travels over a ten-year period. A testimony to the book’s high regard is that, since publication in 1900, it has rarely been out-of-print. Mabel Bent continues in her Preface to inform the reader that her volume is drawn in part from the note-books of her husband, her fellow-traveller, the redoubtable J. Theodore Bent (1852-97), and also “…from the ‘Chronicles’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Textiles of China and Central Asia
This stunning exploration of Chinese and Central Asian textiles draws from one of the world’s major collections. In private hands, it features objects never before published and of a caliber customarily only seen in museums.A captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Asian history, this beautiful and informative book delves into the opulent world of historic textiles. Covering a period when decorative textiles were the ultimate luxury, it showcases the craftsmanship, cultural significance, and artistic expressions woven into each cloth. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Silk Road and the exchange of ideas, goods, and techniques that fueled the flourishing textile industry across Asia over centuries, from the Byzantine Empire to the Tang and Song dynasties and beyond.A series of engaging essays highlights the significant features of the N2H collection—exploring the samites of Central Asia with their luxurious silk and intricately woven animal and geometric patterns; studying the exquisite embroideries of the Liao dynasty up close; and examining the imperial textiles of the Ming and Qing dynasties, when power and prestige were expressed through sumptuous court costume.Perfect for art lovers, historians, and all those captivated by the beauty of textiles, this impeccably packaged volume unravels the fascinating stories embedded ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Reading Planet KS2: The Prophet's Journey from Danger: An Islamic Story - Mercury/Brown - A.M. Dassu
Discover the story of Prophet Muhammad, who only wanted to help people, but was chased away from his home city of Makkah. The Prophet fled hundreds of miles towards Madinah, but could he escape those who hunted him along the way? What happened when he reached Madinah? The Prophet''s Journey from Danger: An Islamic Story is part of the Reading Planet Cosmos range of books from Hodder Education. Cosmos provides a vibrant collection of fiction and non-fiction books that will widen children''s reading horizons. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 7-8 years
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Ahmad Qabel and Contemporary Islamic Thought - Lloyd Ridgeon
Ahmad Qabel (1954–2012) was one of the key figures in the ''New Religious Thinking'' trend of reformist thought, whose radical views were some of the most daring of his generation, seeking to rationalize and modernize Islamic law. In this comprehensively researched and accessibly written book, Lloyd Ridgeon offers an original examination of Qabel''s writings, including his seminal work Shari''at-e ''Aqlani (Rational Shariah). Throughout his career, Qabel crossed many political and religious redlines, resulting in several prison terms and hastening his premature death while under hospital arrest. Chapters covering topics from jurisprudence and politics to gender relations and society unravel Qabel''s worldview, introducing and illuminating his work for all readers. With extended translations from Qabel''s compositions, including two whole chapters from Shari''at-e ''Aqlani, Ridgeon offers the necessary context to understand the resounding significance of Qabel''s ideas and arguments.
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From Blood and Ash - Jennifer L. Armentrout
A Maiden...Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy's life has never been her own. The life of the Maiden is solitary. Never to be touched. Never to be looked upon. Never to be spoken to. Never to experience pleasure. Waiting for the day of her Ascension, she would rather be with the guards, fighting back the evil that took her family, than preparing to be found worthy by the gods. But the choice has never been hers.A Duty...The entire kingdom's future rests on Poppy's shoulders, something she's not even quite sure she wants for herself. Because a Maiden has a heart. And a soul. And longing. And when Hawke, a golden-eyed guard honor bound to ensure her Ascension, enters her life, destiny and duty become tangled with desire and need. He incites her anger, makes her question everything she believes in, and tempts her with the forbidden.A Kingdom...Forsaken by the gods and feared by mortals, a fallen kingdom is rising once more, determined to take back what they believe is theirs through violence and vengeance. And as the shadow of those cursed draws closer, the line between what is forbidden and what is right becomes blurred. Poppy ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Islamic Biomorphic Patterns - Dr Esra Alhamal
A practical guide to drawing and painting beautiful Islamic botanical patterns. The ancient art of Islamic pattern is steeped in tradition, with dazzling motifs inspired by geometry and nature. Islamic biomorphic patterns are the floral, organic and flowing designs that usually sit within a geometric frame and are often referred to as Nabati, Arabesque, Islimi or Rumi. These patterns can be found on anything from grand architectural monuments to illuminated manuscripts. In this practical guide, learn how to analyse 12 patterns from the Islamic world, such as Iznik ceramics from Turkey and mosaic tiling from Uzbekistan, and draw them with a combination of geometry and freehand technique with the help of clear step-by-step diagrams. Experienced artist Dr Esra Alhamal then guides you through the process of preparing your paper, outlining with ink and exploring both contemporary and traditional painting methods with watercolour or gouache. The book also demonstrates how to make and paint with shell gold to create stunning Islamic illumination.Soon you will have the knowledge to understand how these biomorphic patterns came to be and will gain the skills to recreate the designs and paint them beautifully.
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Fall of Ruin and Wrath - Jennifer L. Armentrout
A New York Times, USA TODAY, Wall Street Journal and Publisher''s Weekly Bestseller!SHE LIVES BY HER INTUITION. HE FEEDS ON HER PLEASURE.From Jennifer L. Armentrout, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Blood and Ash, comes the beginning of a searing fantasy romance series for adults, Fall of Ruin and Wrath. Featured in Cosmopolitan! Most Anticipated from HuffPost Books • BookRiot • PopSugar • Paste Magazine • SheReads • The Nerd Daily • Goodreads • r/RomanceBooks and more!Long ago, the world was destroyed by gods. Only nine cities were spared. Separated by vast wilderness teeming with monsters and unimaginable dangers, each city is now ruled by a guardian—royalty who feed on mortal pleasure. Born with an intuition that never fails, Calista knows her talents are of great value to the power-hungry of the world, so she lives hidden as a courtesan of the Baron of Archwood. In exchange for his protection, she grants him information. When her intuition leads her to save a traveling prince in dire trouble, the voice inside her blazes with warning—and promise. Today he’ll bring her joy. One day he''ll be her doom. When the Baron takes an interest in the traveling prince and ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Oxford Revise: Oxford Revise: AQA GCSE English Language Revision and Exam Practice (Exams from 2026) - Steve Eddy, Graham Elsdon, Jennifer Webb
Oxford Revise AQA GCSE English Language (for exams from 2026) provides you with all the key information you need to prepare for your English Language exam. Find out the best way to approach exam questions and get plenty of practice composing answers and structuring arguments. We understand that you might be concerned about how to revise for your English Language exam, including what to revise and prepare, and how to do it. Oxford Revise helps you build and revise your understanding of the knowledge and key concepts you need for your exam and then utilise this as you work through the Exam Knowledge section. This guide is divided into two parts: Part 1: Concept Knowledge - this section covers the key concepts and devices that you need to revise. Part 2: Exam Knowledge - this section gives you an overview of each paper and takes you through all the questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2. Knowledge Organisers: clear, easy-to understand, concise summaries of the content that you need to know for your exam. Retrieval: check how much you can remember in preparation for Practice exam questions. Exam-style Practice questions: opportunities to practise every type of question you will encounter ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Arabia - Levison Wood
THE REMARKABLE ADVENTURE BEHIND THE TV SERIES ARABIA WITH LEVISON WOOD Shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Award''[A] rollicking Boys'' Own adventure'' - Spectator''This heart-stopping personal account of historic Arabia today.'' - Compass Magazine Following in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia and Wilfred Thesiger, Arabia is an insight into Levison Wood''s most complex and daring expedition yet: an epic and unprecedented 5000-mile journey through 13 countries, circumnavigating the Arabian Peninsula.Honest, reflective and poignant, Arabia is a historical, religious and spiritual journey, through some of the harshest and most beautiful environments on Earth. Exploring the Middle East through the lives, hearts and hopes of its people, Levison Wood challenges the perceptions of an often misunderstood part of the world, seeing how the region has changed and examining the stories we don''t often hear about in the media. ------Readers LOVE Arabia:''You learn so much about the region, things you simply can''t learn by just googling it, because this is the real story, how things really are.'' âââââ ''Would recommend to anyone who enjoys travel and adventure in foreign lands.'' âââââ''It shows a side of Arabia totally opposite to the image we see on TV and described by British journalists. My bucket list ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Deconstructing the Myths of Islamic Art
Deconstructing the Myths of Islamic Art addresses how researchers can challenge stereotypical notions of Islam and Islamic art while avoiding the creation of new myths and the encouragement of nationalistic and ethnic attitudes. Despite its Orientalist origins, the field of Islamic art has continued to evolve and shape our understanding of the various civilizations of Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Situated in this field, this book addresses how universities, museums, and other educational institutions can continue to challenge stereotypical or homogeneous notions of Islam and Islamic art. It reviews subtle and overt mythologies through scholarly research, museum collections and exhibitions, classroom perspectives, and artistsÂ’ initiatives. This collaborative volume addresses a conspicuous and persistent gap in the literature, which can only be filled by recognizing and resolving persistent myths regarding Islamic art from diverse academic and professional perspectives. The book will be of interest to scholars working in art history, museum studies, visual culture, and Middle Eastern studies.
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Saudi Arabia and Iran
This volume provides a detailed exploration of the rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran across the Middle East. It considers the impact of this rivalry on regional and domestic politics, highlighting how the relationship is shaped by the contingencies of time and space. -- .
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Fall of Ruin and Wrath - Jennifer L. Armentrout
From the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of From Blood and Ash, Fall of Ruin and Wrath is a scorching romance with high stakes, breathtaking magic and a searing enemies-to-lovers romance.She lives by her intuition. He feeds on her pleasure . . .Long ago, the world was destroyed by gods. Only nine cities were spared. Separated by vast wilderness teeming with monsters and unimaginable dangers, each city is now ruled by a guardian - royalty who feed on mortal pleasure.Born with an intuition that never fails, Calista knows her talents are of great value to the power-hungry of the world, so she lives hidden as a courtesan of the Baron of Archwood. In exchange for his protection, she grants him information. When her intuition leads her to save a travelling prince in dire trouble, the voice inside her blazes with warning - and promise. Today he'll bring her joy. One day he'll be her doom.When the Baron takes an interest in the prince, and the prince takes an interest in Calista, she becomes the latter's temporary companion. But the city simmers with rebellion, and with knights and monsters at her city gates and a hungry prince in her ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Mirror and the Palette - Jennifer Higgie
''Reveals an until-now hidden history of women''s self-portraiture. A gift that keeps on giving'' ALI SMITH, NEW STATESMAN, Books of the Year''A fascinating survey . . . Extraordinary'' DAILY MAIL''A bewitching, invigorating history'' OLIVIA LAING''Grips from the opening pages'' FINANCIAL TIMES''Important and brilliantly accessible'' VOGUEUntil the twentieth century, art history was, in the main, written by white men who tended to write about other white men. The idea that women in the West have always made art was rarely cited as a possibility. Yet they have - and, of course, continue to do so - often against tremendous odds, from laws and religion to the pressures of family and public disapproval. In THE MIRROR AND THE PALETTE, Jennifer Higgie introduces us to a cross-section of women artists who embody the fact that there is more than one way to understand our planet, more than one way to live in it and more than one way to make art about it. Spanning 500 years, biography and cultural history intertwine in a narrative packed with tales of rebellion, adventure, revolution, travel and tragedy enacted by women who turned their back on convention and lived lives of great resilience, creativity and bravery. This ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Grace and Glory - Jennifer L. Armentrout
Now with enhanced decorating! From Jennifer L. Armentrout, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Blood and Ash, comes a heartstopping romantic fantasy series about angels, demons and gargoyles where dangerous secrets and forbidden desires lead to shocking consequences...Trinity Marrow has lost the battle and her beloved Protector. Even with both demons and Wardens on her side, Trin may not win the war against the Harbinger.Bringing Lucifer back to the world to fight the Harbinger is probably a really, really bad idea, but they’re out of options—and the world’s ultimate fallen angel is the only being powerful enough to impact the outcome.As Trin and Zayne form a new and more dangerous bond and Lucifer unleashes Hell on earth, the apocalypse looms and the world teeters on the end of forever. Win or lose, one thing is certain—nothing will ever be the same.The epic romantasy continues in the rest of The Harbinger Series: Book 1: Storm and Fury Book 2: Rage and Ruin Book 3: Grace and Glory
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The Intercessors Handbook – How to Pray with Boldness, Authority and Supernatural Power - Kris Vallotton, Jennifer Eivaz
How to Pray with Boldness, Authority, and Supernatural PowerIn a world full of desperate need, we turn expectantly to prayer, hoping to witness the realities promised in Scripture. Most of us, however, seldom see the results we hope for. Why don''t our prayers make more of a difference?Beginning with her own experiences of breakthrough, Jennifer Eivaz offers much-needed direction and the biblical context for prayer that does make a difference--explaining the intervention of angels and demons, prophetic manifestations, and much more. She helps believers take hold of their authority and spiritual giftings and use them in the battle for victory. The Kingdom principles and study questions will help every believer navigate the spiritual realm of prayer by using the tools that make it truly effective.
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Classical Poems by Arab Women
Arab women poets have been around since the earliest of times, yet their diwans (collected poems) were not given the same consideration as their male counterparts.Spanning 5,000 years, from the pre-Islamic to the Andalusian periods, Classical Poems by Arab Women presents rarely seen work by over fifty women writers for the first time. From the sorrowful eulogies of Khansa to the gleeful scorn of Wallada bint al-Mustakfi, this collection exclusively features the work of Arab women who boldly refused to be silenced. The poems are excursions into their vibrant world whose humanity has been suppressed for centuries by religious and political bigotry.With poems in both English and Arabic, this remarkable anthology celebrates feminine wit and desire, and shows the significant contribution Arab women made to the literary tradition.
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Figuring Out Fluency - Multiplication and Division With Fractions and Decimals - John J. SanGiovanni, Jennifer M. Bay-Williams, Jennifer Suh, Sherri
Because fluency practice is not a worksheet. Fluency in mathematics is more than adeptly using basic facts or implementing algorithms. It is not about speed or recall. Real fluency is about choosing strategies that are efficient, flexible, lead to accurate solutions, and are appropriate for the given situation. Developing fluency is also a matter of equity and access for all learners. The landmark book Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Teaching and Learning offered educators the inspiration to develop a deeper understanding of procedural fluency, along with a plethora of pragmatic tools for shifting classrooms toward a fluency approach. Now, teachers have the chance to apply that inspiration through explicit instruction and practice every day with the classroom companion Figuring Out Fluency: Multiplication and Division with Fractions and Decimals. With this book, teachers can: Dive deeper into the Significant Strategies for fluency explained in the anchor book Learn how these strategies grow from and relate to the basic fact strategies children learn Access over 100 strategy-aligned and classroom-ready activities for fluency instruction and practice in multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals, including worked examples, routines, games, and centers Find activities for assessing all components of multiplication and division fluency for fractions ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Hazy Bloom and the Pet Project - Jennifer Hamburg
After wacky third grader Hazy Bloom starts seeing visions of things that will happen one day in the future, she hopes her "tomorrow power" will help her get the pet she''s always dreamed of in Hazy Bloom and the Pet Project, a hilarious chapter book by Jennifer Hamburg with illustrations by Jenn Harney. It''s the annual Third Grade Leadership Challenge, where each third-grade class plans and hosts a fundraiser. Hazel "Hazy" Bloom, however, has other things on her mind—like proving to her parents she’s responsible enough to get a pet iguana. But when Hazy''s "tomorrow power"—her ability to see visual clues about things that will happen one day in the future—mistakenly causes her to have a brilliant idea for a Pet Day fundraiser, her classmates put her in charge. Hazy''s annoyed, until she realizes that if she helps the class win, her parents will finally see that she''s responsible enough to get the iguana she''s dreaming of. Soon, Hazy’s determined to make sure her team ends up on top—but it’s not so easy when her tomorrow visions keep throwing her plans into disarray!Praise for Hazy Bloom and the Pet Project"Hazy narrates the story in her believable first-person voice. Readers who ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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TikTok and Youth Cultures - Crystal Abidin
Using anthropological methods to produce deep and insightful ethnographies about TikTok and its core users, TikTok and Youth Cultures will help readers develop a critical understanding of TikTok’s impact on society, its place in the social media landscape, and its cultural relevance around the world.
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Modern Arab Kingship - Adam Mestyan
How the “recycling†of the Ottoman Empire’s uses of genealogy and religion created new political orders in the Middle EastIn this groundbreaking book, Adam Mestyan argues that post-Ottoman Arab political orders were not, as many historians believe, products of European colonialism but of the process of “recycling empire.†Mestyan shows that in the post–World War I Middle East, Allied Powers officials and ex-Ottoman patricians collaborated to remake imperial institutions, recycling earlier Ottoman uses of genealogy and religion in the creation of new polities, with the exception of colonized Palestine. These polities, he contends, should be understood not in terms of colonies and nation-states but as subordinated sovereign local states—localized regimes of religious, ethnic, and dynastic sources of imperial authority. Meanwhile, governance without sovereignty became the new form of Western domination. Drawing on previously unused Ottoman, French, Syrian, and Saudi archival sources, Mestyan explores ideas and practices of creating composite polities in the interwar Middle East and, in doing so, sheds light on local agency in the making of the forgotten Kingdom of the Hijaz, Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Syria, the first Muslim republic. Mestyan considers the adjustment of imperial Islam to a world without a Muslim empire, discussing the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Economic Statecraft of the Gulf Arab States - Karen E. Young
This book is a study of a shift in the politics and finance of development from one centered in the institutions and ideas of the post-World War II global political economy to the emergence of South-South economic ties and the rise of authoritarian or state capitalism as an alternative model of development. This is a study of the economic statecraft of the Gulf Arab states, specifically the deployment of aid, investment, and direct support from some of the wealthiest petrostates of the world to their surrounding sphere of influence within the Middle East, Horn of Africa, and West Asia. These new models of development finance, aid, and intervention include distinct institutional designs and ideological bases. For the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, the preference for state-led and often state-owned development is a strategic priority in the energy sector, a mechanism for domestic economic growth and consolidation of wealth among leadership and ruling families. Exporting that agenda as a foreign economic policy tool continues all of the domestic benefits, while also affirming broader regional political goals.
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Who's in Charge? Systems of Power: Saudi Arabia - Sonya Newland
Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East, of great strategic importance as a bridge between Europe, Africa and Asia. Its influence also hinges on two other key factors: its wealth and its religion. This book considers the history of Saudi Arabia and its rulers and discusses what makes the country unique. It looks at how the present government is structured and at the role of the royal family, and asks what the key challenges are for Saudi Arabia today, both nationally and internationally.
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The Islamic Enlightenment - Christopher de Bellaigue
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE 2017''An eye-opening, well-written and very timely book'' Yuval Noah Harari''The best sort of book for our disordered days: timely, urgent and illuminating'' Pankaj Mishra''It strikes a blow…for common humanity'' Sunday TimesThe Muslim world has often been accused of a failure to modernise and adapt. Yet in this sweeping narrative and provocative retelling of modern history, Christopher de Bellaigue charts the forgotten story of the Islamic Enlightenment – the social movements, reforms and revolutions that transfigured the Middle East from the early nineteenth century to the present day. Modern ideals and practices were embraced across the region, including the adoption of modern medicine, the emergence of women from purdah and the development of democracy.The Islamic Enlightenment looks behind the sensationalist headlines in order to foster a genuine understanding of Islam and its relationship to the West. It is essential reading for anyone engaged in the state of the world today.
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Lost Islamic History - Firas Alkhateeb
Islam has been one of the most powerful religious, social and political forces in history. Over the last 1400 years, from origins in Arabia, a succession of Muslim polities and later empires expanded to control territories and peoples that ultimately stretched from southern France to East Africa and South East Asia.Yet many of the contributions of Muslim thinkers, scientists and theologians, not to mention rulers, statesmen and soldiers, have been occluded. This book rescues from oblivion and neglect some of these personalities and institutions while offering the reader a new narrative of this lost Islamic history. The Umayyads, Abbasids, and Ottomans feature in the story, as do Muslim Spain, the savannah kingdoms of West Africa and the Mughal Empire, along with the later European colonization of Muslim lands and the development of modern nation-states in the Muslim world. Throughout, the impact of Islamic belief on scientific advancement, social structures, and cultural development is given due prominence, and the text is complemented by portraits of key personalities, inventions and little known historical nuggets. The history of Islam and of the world''s Muslims brings together diverse peoples, geographies and states, all interwoven into one narrative that begins with Muhammad and continues to ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Cultures of Growth - Mary C. Murphy
In her multi-million-copy bestseller Mindset Carol Dweck coined the terms ‘fixed’ and ‘growth’ mindset, transforming our view of individual success. Award-winning social psychologist Mary Murphy builds on Dweck's work in Cultures of Growth to present a groundbreaking argument: that mindset is not isolated to an individual. Instead, we can all influence each other to create a culture of growth mindset.This means creating an environment that people want to be in, which allows them to achieve their potential and top results. Based on over a decade of original research, with actionable advice and exercises, and with compelling examples from Murphy’s work with Fortune 500 companies, startups and schools, Cultures of Growth provides the playbook for how to achieve teamwork and growth in an organisation. ​Discover how a culture of growth helped make outdoor retailer Patagonia a leader in its field; how Satya Nadella transformed Microsoft with a singular focus on growth mindset; and how winemakers Robin McBride and Andréa McBride John are leading with their mindset to disrupt and diversify an entire industry.In a world where success seems reserved for a chosen few, Cultures of Growth unveils a radically different approach to creating organisations that inspire learning, growth, and success at ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Me and My Ballpoint Pen: Discover Art Beyond the Doodle - Me and My Ballpoint Pen Jennifer Mullin
Learn to How to Doodle Like a Pro!Discover the art, satisfaction and enjoyment of drawing in one, two, three or more colors of ballpoint pen.Practice skills with abstract doodles to make beautiful artworkLearn how to shade, sketch and bring color to your workExplore mixed media and collage techniques for next-level masterpiecesPacked with drills, prompts, galleries, and techniques, Me and My Ballpoint Pen offers inspiring advice on how to start, improve or master the art of ballpoint pen sketching.Take your doodling to the next level and create impressive sketches, portraits, and artwork with your ballpoint pen
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OCR GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology - Andy Knight, Jennifer Tilley, Chris Walker, Sharon McCarthy, Chris Rowe
Exam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: Design & TechnologyFirst Teaching: September 2017First Exam: June 2019Explore, create, evaluate: help your students to develop an understanding of the iterative design process and to be critical and innovative designers, while developing the knowledge and skills they need for the 2017 OCR GCSE D&T specification. Confidently navigate both the core and in-depth principles of design and technology, including less familiar materials and system components, to ensure your students have the knowledge and understanding they need.· Builds a toolkit of knowledge, understanding and design development skills for the chosen materials or systems, with dedicated chapters covering each of the main categories of materials· Develops mathematical and scientific skills with practice questions that apply this learning in context· Supports the Non-Exam Assessment with guidance on how to approach the Iterative Design Challenge, which includes imaginative and creative examples of student projects to inspire and engage· Helps students to prepare for the written assessment with practice questions covering both the ''core'' and ''in-depth'' content
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WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology - Andy Knight, Jennifer Tilley, Jacqui Howells, Ian Fawcett, Dan Hughes, Chris Walker
Exam board: WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSESubject: Design & TechnologyFirst teaching: September 2017First exams: Summer 2019Reinforce classroom learning and boost students'' understanding of all materials with this textbook written for the WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Design & Technology specification.Written by leading D&T experts, this textbook will build your students'' knowledge of the core principles, help to develop their designing and making skills and provide them with the opportunity to make sure they are ready to tackle both parts of the assessment. - Helps students clearly understand the core principles of all materials and general concepts of designing and making, as well as build their knowledge, understanding and skills for one material or system in more depth- Hones students'' mathematical and scientific ability so they don''t miss out on the easy marks- Features practice questions in the style of the written exam to make sure students are confident to tackle the written element of the assessment- Inspires and motivates students with stretch and challenge: activities designed to challenge the more able learners and to ensure progression to A-level
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Primal of Blood and Bone - Jennifer L. Armentrout
In the shadows and flames, Primals will fall…And from the blood and ash, new gods will rise.What was dreamt.Poppy was never meant to awaken, and the consequences are devastating and far-reaching, stirring ancient powers from their slumber and transforming Casteel and Kieran in ways even the Fates couldn’t have foreseen. But what that means is the least of their concerns. For now.What was foreseen.The Blood Crown has fallen, but what has risen is a far greater danger than they’ve ever faced. From flesh and fire, the Great Conspirator has returned to the mortal realm, and he wants only one thing. They must stop the true Primal of Death before he regains his strength, and it won’t be easy. Even weakened, his influence is undeniable. His power, unthinkable.Has come to be.While the future of the realms rests upon them, they won’t stand alone. The gods have awakened—each harboring their own blood-soaked secrets. But they must navigate an unbalanced realm, where every choice—past and present—has the potential to not only undo everything they’ve fought for but also destroy the very bonds that have Joined them together.For the Harbinger and the Bringer of Death and Destruction has risen.
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Not Beckett, The Plays - FELISPEAKS, Olwen Fouere, Nicola McCartney, Jennifer Barclay, Hannah Khalil
Five new short plays, including author commentaries, from female and non-binary writers of Irish heritage in response to Samuel Beckett.What does Irish heritage mean to members of the modern-day diaspora? Global playwrights Olwen Fouéré, Jennifer Barclay, FELISPEAKS, Nicola McCartney and Hannah Khalil make their mark with five unique pieces loosely inspired by seeds from the Beckett canon.Originally staged for the international Not Beckett festival 2024-25, a festival created by writers Hannah Khalil and Jennifer Barclay to expand on the idea of what Irishness looks and sounds like. Premiering in October 2024 at London’s Jermyn Street Theatre, the plays were then staged internationally with partners on the project: The Samuel Beckett Research Centre in Reading, the Irish Repertory Theatre in New York, Fishamble in Dublin in collaboration with the Lir Academy, and Villanova University in Philadelphia, PA, amongst others.Each short play provides an ideal vehicle for students and readers to further explore the artistic influence of Samuel Beckett’s work through a modern-day, multicultural lens. The collection is introduced by Dr Matthew McFrederick, Co-Director of the Beckett International Foundation at the University of Reading, who considers the plays in the anthology and their impact.duet by Olwen FouéréNever Apologize by Jennifer BarclayWAIT; by ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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You Are Beautiful and You Are Alone - Jennifer Otter Bickerdikeová
A ROUGH TRADE, MOJO, UNCUT & LOUDER THAN WAR BOOK OF THE YEARSHORTLISTED FOR THE RALPH J. GLEASON MUSIC BOOK AWARDA redemptive, myth-shattering biography of one of the twentieth century''s most underestimated creative and artistic forces.''Here is the Odyssey of Nico . . . a scholarly and detailed chronicle of this brilliant artist, who was spurned and tortured for her trouble.''IGGY POP''At last, a comprehensive and compelling book about Nico.''VIV ALBERTINE''Absorbs from start to finish.''OBSERVERThe real story of Nico is one of determination, self-destruction and belief in one’s artistic vision, at any cost . . .You Are Beautiful and You Are Alone is an empowering reappraisal of an underappreciated icon. Drawing upon new interviews and rare archival material Bickerdike defies the sexist casting of Nico’s life as the tragedy of a beautiful woman losing her youth and fame, and instead cements her legacy as one of the most vital artists of her generation.''Gripping.’ THE TIMES‘[This] book gets closer to understanding Nico than most.’ GUARDIAN''Deserves to sit with the great biographies.'' RECORD COLLECTOR‘A compassionate portrait of a musician whose artistry has often been overlooked.’ MOJO''Valuable . . . Bickerdike gives Nico her due as an artist.’ THE SPECTATOR''Entertainingly written and insightful.'' ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Why is He Spreading Rumors About Me? - Teacher and Counselor Activity Guide - Jennifer Licate
Relatable situations and helpful strategies for coping with rumours and gossip are described in depth. The guide pairs text from the story with probing questions and group activities to further engage students with the content and encourage spirited discussions about why and how rumours spread, the shame and alienation victims of false rumours can experience, and the true meaning of friendship.After reading the story and completing the activities, students of all ages will be empowered to stop or ignore hurtful rumours about others, speak up for themselves when they are the target of hurtful gossip, and develop friendships that are based on trust and mutual respect.
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O'Keeffe and Moore - Chris Stephens, Barbara Buhler Lynes, Anita Feldman, Jennifer Laurent, Hannah Higham, Ariel Plotek
This elegant exhibition catalog is presented by The San Diego Museum of Art to accompany the 2023 major exhibition O’Keeffe and Moore, which explores the evolution of Modernism through the work of Georgia O’Keeffe and Henry Moore. Featuring essays from prominent scholars, including representatives of both the Henry Moore Foundation and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, the catalog’s richly illustrated text delves into each artist’s motivation and methodology, and the parallels between them, in particular, the inspiration both took from nature and organic forms, such as bones and seashells. The publication serves as an essential companion to the exhibition. In addition to explorations of the artists’ studios that provide further insight into their working methods, the catalog presents drawings, paintings, and sculpture that illustrate the organic roots of Modernism developed independently, yet concurrently, by O’Keeffe and Moore. Thematic sections of the catalogue include the Real and the Surreal; The Artists’ Studios; Bones; Stones; Seashells, Flowers, and Internal/External Forms; and Landscapes of Forms. Essay topics include Henry Moore: Modernism, Nature, and National Identity; “A Revelation of the Perfect Relation”: The Influence of D.H. Lawrence on the work of Henry Moore and Georgia O’Keeffe; and Finding the Form and the publication will also ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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World Dance Cultures - Patricia Leigh Beaman
From healing, fertility, and religious rituals, through theatrical entertainment, to death ceremonies and ancestor worship, the updated and revised second edition of World Dance Cultures introduces an extraordinary variety of dance forms and their cultures, which are practiced around the world.This highly illustrated textbook draws on wide-ranging historical documentation and first-hand accounts taking in India, Bali, Java, Cambodia, China, Japan, Hawai‘i, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Africa, Türkiye, Spain, Native America, South America, and the Caribbean, with this second edition adding new chapters on the Pacific Islands, Southern Africa, France, and Cuba.Each chapter covers a certain region’s distinctive dances, pinpoints key issues and trends from the form’s development to its modern iteration, and offers a wealth of study features including:• Spotlights zooming in on key details of a dance form’s cultural, historical, and religious contexts• Explorations—first-hand descriptions by famous dancers and ethnographers, excerpts from anthropological fieldwork, or historical writings on the form• Think About—provocations to encourage critical analysis of dance forms and the ways in which they’re understood• Discussion Questions—starting points for group work, classroom seminars, or individual study.Offering a comprehensive overview of each dance form covered with over 100 full color photos, World Dance Cultures is an essential introductory ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Cultures of the Medieval Kingdom of Jerusalem - Benjamin Z. Kedar
Cultures of the Medieval Kingdom of Jerusalem is a revelatory portrait of the Frankish Levant at the time of the Crusades. Following victory in the First Crusade in 1099, the newcomers from Europe, or Franks, ruled a Christian kingdom in Jerusalem, then Acre, until 1291. Historians have written off this kingdom as a derivative cultural backwater. In this new social and cultural history, however, Benjamin Z. Kedar uncovers the striking inventiveness of the Frankish clerics and knights who settled in the kingdom and lived in it. Across an array of languages and archives, from textual and artistic to material and archaeological, Kedar maps the contours of the kingdom''s cultureor, more accurately, its cultures. The Kingdom of Jerusalem was small, but the diversity of its population had no counterpart anywhere in the medieval West. Kedar explores how Franks, eastern Christians, Muslims, Jews, and Samaritans lived side by side in contentious times, each group developing or preserving its specific culture. Through stories of the lives of the kingdom''s inhabitants, Kedar presents the remarkable creativity of the Franks in various fields as they faced challenges in new surroundings thousands of miles from their countries of origin. Cultures of the Medieval Kingdom of Jerusalem, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Skills Workbook - Jennifer A. Gregg, Matthew S Boone
Heal the emotional and psychological pain that stands between you and the meaningful life you deserve. Are you often confused by a whirlwind of painful emotions that feel unbearable? Do you exist in a constant state of fear and anxiety-always expecting the worst when something goes wrong? Do you find yourself behaving in ways that don''t reflect your values and beliefs? If so, you aren''t alone. In our increasingly uncertain world, many people struggle to find peace of mind. If you feel like your thoughts and feelings have turned against you, this workbook can help you take charge of your emotions-and your life.Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a powerful method for healing the psychological and emotional pain standing between you and a more fulfilling life. This workbook outlines essential ACT skills-including cognitive defusion, present-moment awareness, willingness, values, committed action, and flexible perspective taking-that you can apply immediately to start feeling better now, and keep feeling better in the future. You''ll also learn strategies from positive psychology and self-compassion to help enhance feelings of connection, pleasure, and gratitude-so you can embrace life with a renewed spirit and commitment to what matters.Presented in a highly accessible, "dip in, dip out" format, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Netta Becker and the Timeline Crime - Jennifer Claessen
A mysterious labyrinth. A desperate king. A rebellious princess. Being stuck in a crumbling old villa in Crete with her annoying, history-obsessed little brother Remy isn’t exactly Netta’s idea of a fun summer holiday. But before she can even get bored, Netta starts having very real dreams where she is dragged back thousands of years to Ancient Greece. Here, King Minos is preparing for the opening of his precious labyrinth, and there are rumours that a monster lurks inside. As Netta becomes more drawn to the past, her present-day self starts slipping away. Netta and Remy must figure out what is pulling her back before they run out of time - and if they don’t solve the puzzle soon, Netta might just become history herself.
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The Psychosis and Mental Health Recovery Workbook - Jennifer Gerlach
How can I use my voice to reduce the other voices I hear?Who should I tell about my experiences with psychosis?What steps should I take after a mental health crisis?Experiencing and recovering from psychosis can be isolating, especially if friends and peers can''t relate to what you are going through. With testimony from the author''s lived experience and using a range of practical therapeutic exercises that draw on ACT, DBT and Recovery-Oriented CBT, this workbook will support and inspire you throughout your recovery, and help you be the best possible advocate for yourself.With practical guidance on everything from coping with paranoia to dealing with stigma, as well as mindfulness strategies and advice on returning to work or school - this guide is with you every step of the way.
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Stuff I`d Only Tell God – A Guided Journal of Courageous Honesty, Obsessive Truth–Telling, and Beautifully Ruthless Self–Discovery - Jennifer Du
Welcome to your own little confession booth.What would you say if you were completely honest with yourself and with God? It''s time to find out. This journal is a place to record all the stuff you''d only tell God: ideas, beliefs, secrets, memories, wonderings, and wishes--things that might seem outlandish or outrageous to anyone else but are what make you you. Find the space, the courage, and the help you need to unearth the real you, through● soul-searching questions● thought-provoking lists● quirky charts and illustrations● reflections on your past, your people, and your secretsWhere to begin? With your beautifully ruthless honesty.
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Alex Sparrow and the Really Big Stink - Jennifer Killick
Alex Sparrow is a super-agent in training. He is also a human lie-detector. Working with Jess - who can communicate with animals - they must find out why their friends, and enemies, are all changing into polite and well behaved pupils. And exactly who is behind it all. This is a humorous tale full of farts, jokes and superhero references. Oh, and a rather clever goldfish called Bob. In a world where kids' flaws and peculiarities are being erased out of existence, Alex and Jess must rely on what makes them different to save the day.
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A Woman in Arabia - Gertrude Bell
The writings of one of the great woman adventurers of the twentieth century - the ''female Lawrence of Arabia'' - and the subject of a new film starring Nicole Kidman.In the last century, few people lived more astounding - or influential - lives than Gertrude Bell. During World War I, she worked her way up from spy to army major to become one of the most powerful woman in the British Empire. After the defeat of the Ottoman Empire, she was instrumental in drawing the borders that define the region today, including creating an independent Iraq. This is the epic story of Bell''s life, told through her letters, military dispatches, diary entries, and other writings. It offers a unique and intimate look behind the public mask of a woman who shaped nations.Georgina Howell is the author of the acclaimed biography Gertrude Bell: Queen of the Desert, Shaper of Nations.
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