Huma’s Travel Guide to Islamic SpainA unique, dynamic, sophisticated Muslim culture flourished in Spain between 711 and 1492 CE, leaving us with some of the world’s most breathtaking works of architecture, such as Cordoba’s Mezquita and the Alhambra of Granada. But Islamic Spain is not merely a historical fact: many...
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World"Shafak writes with vision, bravery and compassion . . . a stunning portrait of a city, a society, a small community and a single soul." --The New York Times Book Review "A deeply humane story about the cruel effects of Turkey's intolerant sexual attitudes...
The Bosphorus: An Illustrated StoryIt is a challenge to define the Bosphorus – one may call it a waterway, a natural wonder, or the site of the only city in the world connecting two continents. While one may consider its architecture, topography, history, and the relation between its residents and...
The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog: And Other Stories from a Child Psychiatrist's Notebook -- What Traumatized Children Can Teach Us about Loss, LoveIn this classic work of developmental psychology, renowned psychiatrist and the co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller What Happened to You? reveals how trauma affects children--and outlines...
Water Wow - Adventure DeluxeNo mess painting for kids! This exciting paint-with-water and seek and find activity book includes eight reusable pages, a refillable water pen, and red lens. Simply use the pen to color in each adventure scene details and vibrant color appear with every stroke! Let the page...
This Land Is Your Land An illustrated version of the classic Woody Guthrie folk song, perfect for a family singalongs!Since its debut in the 1940s, Woody Guthrie's "This Land Is Your Land" has become one of the best-loved and most timely folk songs in America, inspiring activism and patriotism for all....
Paradise Gardens: The World's Most Beautiful Islamic Gardens'Lavish ... a celebration of the history and enduring romance of Islamic gardens' Washington PostAs seen on the highly acclaimed BBC2 series Monty Don's Paradise Gardens, a glorious celebration of the richness of Islamic culture through some of the most beautiful gardens on earth.In the...
The List: A Hero is Always a HeroThere have been many tragedies throughout the history of humanity; many influential individuals have resorted to despotic methods to fortify their power. They have slaughtered thousands or millions without hesitation, aiming at the lives of innocent people. Millions of people who became imprisoned...