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W. Bowyer
Pub. Date
2023
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English
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No books are generally more entertaining and instructive, than the accounts of travels into foreign countries; and especially those, which are written in the way of Journals. For he, who reads such narratives, is almost apt to fancy himself in company with the traveler, and to take part with him in all his adventures; which at the same time that they shew the peculiar temper, customs, and manners of different nations, excite also a variety of passions,...
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From 1998 until the chaotic aftermath of the invasion, news reporter Richard Downes witnessed firsthand the changes that have overwhelmed the Iraqi people. In Search of Iraq goes far deeper into the environment than the daily news. Small events of ordinary life and whispered conversations in back alleys are as telling as the grand political statements. With a keen focus on the customs, religion, culture, and historical diversity of all the communities...
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Get the Summary of Daniel Schulman's The Money Kings in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Money Kings" by Daniel Schulman chronicles the rise of Jewish immigrant families in America's financial sector during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Joseph Seligman, a Bavarian immigrant, arrived in America in 1837 and, with his brothers, established a successful investment bank. The Lehman brothers, also from Bavaria,...
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Get the Summary of Ahed Tamimi and Dena Takruri's They Called Me a Lioness in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "They Called Me a Lioness" is a memoir by Ahed Tamimi, chronicling her life in the West Bank village of Nabi Saleh, under the shadow of the Israeli settlement Halamish. The book details the history of the Palestinian struggle against Zionist ambitions and the establishment of Israel, which led to the displacement...
5) Colonialism and Revolution in the Middle East: Social and Cultural Origins of Egypt's Urabi Movement
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Juan R. I. Cole is Associate Professor of Middle East History at the University of Michigan. He is the author of Roots of North Indian Shi`ism in Iran and Iraq (California/Oxford)
In this book Juan R. I. Cole challenges traditional elite-centered conceptions of the conflict that led to the British occupation of Egypt in September 1882. For a year before the British intervened, Egypt's viceregal government and the country's influential European community...
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Margot Badran is Professor of Women's Studies and History at Oberlin College. A specialist in the Middle East, she translated, edited, and introduced Harem Years: The Memoirs of an Egyptian Feminist, Huda Shaarawi and is coeditor of Opening the Gates: A Century of Arab Feminist Writing.
The emergence and evolution of Egyptian feminism is an integral, but previously untold, part of the history of modern Egypt. Drawing upon a wide range of women's...
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From the best-selling author of Black Hawk Down comes a riveting, definitive chronicle of the Iran hostage crisis, America's first battle with militant Islam. On November 4, 1979, a group of radical Islamist students, inspired by the revolutionary Iranian leader Ayatollah Khomeini, stormed the US embassy in Tehran. They took fifty-two Americans hostage, and kept nearly all of them hostage for 444 days. In "Guests of the Ayatollah", Mark Bowden tells...
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Ervand Abrahamian is Professor of History at Baruch College, City University of New York.
Emphasizing the interaction between political organizations and social forces, Ervand Abrahamian discusses Iranian society and politics during the period between the Constitutional Revolution of 1905-1909 and the Islamic Revolution of 1977-1979. Presented here is a study of the emergence of horizontal divisions, or socio-economic classes, in a country with...
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"Memories of Mutrah, Oman: Fishing Village to Vibrant City" relates to the memories of the merchants of Mutrah souq, their family life, and history as passed down from generation to generation. They tell of the good and the not-so-good times. Mutrah was a happy, lively place where the local inhabitants would gather to exchange news, reflect on the health of their families, and to purchase food and living requirements from this 600-year-old traditional...
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George Carpenter's "The Holy Land and Syria" takes readers on a captivating journey through the Holy Land and Syria, regions steeped in religious and historical significance. The book serves as both a travel narrative and an exploration of the rich tapestry of these lands. The narrative begins with Carpenter setting the scene for his travels, describing the allure and importance of the Holy Land for travelers, pilgrims, and scholars alike. He paints...
11) Saudi Arabia
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Written by a female Middle East expert, Bradt's Saudi Arabia is the first English-language travel guide from a mainstream publisher that focuses exclusively on the Kingdom, which has now opened for general tourism as part of rapid political, economic and social reforms. With detailed advice on what to see and do, listings for accommodation and restaurants, guidance on cultural etiquette and advice for women and other diverse travellers, this book...
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"Lebanon: A Chronicle of Resilience" is an insightful exploration of Lebanon's tumultuous history, rich culture, and enduring spirit. From ancient civilizations to modern-day challenges, this book delves into the country's complex tapestry of conflicts, diversity, and resilience. Through vivid storytelling and historical analysis, it captures the struggles of Lebanon's people while highlighting their unwavering determination to overcome adversity....
13) The Substitutes
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Lightbeam
Pub. Date
2021.
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English
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More than a quarter of a million Syrian refugee children live in Istanbul, Turkey. Not all of them have access to education. Two sisters decide to bring school to the street.
15) Upon the Shadow
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Filmhub, Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
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Arabic
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Follows the life of former Femen member Amina Sboui and the community of LGBTQ friends she houses in her Tunisian home, depicting life following the Arab Spring, social persecution, and political struggle, from a queer perspective.
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This book will take you on a culinary journey through Afghanistan. We first encounter the warm embrace of a culinary staple that transcends borders and generations-the beloved Naan bread. In the rich tapestry of Afghan tradition, Naan is more than a mere accompaniment to a meal; it is a symbol of shared sustenance, cultural heritage, and the intertwining threads of history that have shaped Afghan cuisine.
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In this informative and well-presented volume, Professor Ivan Sascha Sheehan pulls back the curtain on the regime's propaganda franchise. He reveals the excessive investment of funding, infrastructure, and workforce frantically trying to convince Iranians and the world not to believe their own eyes and ears. After years of trying to ignore the MEK, hoping others would do the same, regime officials now seemingly cannot stop talking about how effectively...
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Clash of Eagles: America's Forgotten Expedition to Ottoman Palestine chronicles an overlooked chapter of history, where a group of American explorers embarked on an ambitious and daring expedition to the heart of Ottoman Palestine in the 19th century. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the book unveils the remarkable journey of this diverse and intrepid team, shedding light on their encounters with local cultures, the challenges they...
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"Kibboutz Sde Eliyahu" est un voyage captivant au cœur de l'une des communautés les plus fascinantes du nord d'Israël. Au fil de 12 chapitres, l'auteur nous guide à travers l'histoire de ce kibboutz et nous emmène dans la vie quotidienne de ses habitants. Des anecdotes personnelles aux défis communautaires en passant par l'agriculture innovante et l'écologie, ce livre offre un aperçu complet de la vie dans ce kibboutz unique. L'auteur explore...
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Ce livre est un guide captivant qui vous emmène à travers les magnifiques plages d'Israël, dévoilant leurs spécificités et leurs caractéristiques uniques. Des rives dynamiques de Tel Aviv aux eaux cristallines de la mer Morte, en passant par les ctes pittoresques de Haïfa et les joyaux du sud à Eilat, ce livre vous offre un aperçu complet des trésors balnéaires de cette nation sacrée.
Plongez dans l'atmosphère animée des plages de...
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