Civic entrepreneurship lies at the heart of the Arab Spring. From the iconic image of an occupied Tahrir Square to scenes of dancing protesters in Syria and politically conscious hip hop in Tunisia, people across the Middle East and North Africa continue to collaborate and experiment their way out o[...]
This lavish and informative book explores the great diversity and range of Islamic culture through one of the finest collections in the world. Published to coincide with the historic reopening of the galleries of the Metropolitan Museum's Islamic Art Department, it presents nearly three hundred mast[...]
Opportunities and Challenges for Frontline Practice.
A breathtaking new collection of translations of poems by Rumi, one of the world's most loved mystical teachers. Beautifully packaged and illustrated with Persian calligraphy, this is an ideal gift for every MBS reader. Jalal-uddin Rumi was born in what is now Afghanistan in 1207. His poetry has ins[...]
This acclaimed novel is set during the Lebanese Civil War and offers a rare depiction of women s experiences amid this sprawling, region-defining conflict. In Alawiya Sobh s hands, the details of everyday life mix with female voices from across classes, sects, and generations to create an indelible [...]
Embark on a chilling journey inside one of the world's darkest and most dangerous places: Evin, the notorious Tehran prison. Here, prisoners are routinely tortured, abused, and violated. Executions are frequent and sudden. But for two women imprisoned for their Christian faith--Maryam Rostampour and[...]
Maryam Rostampour and Marziyeh Amirizadeh knew they were putting their lives on the line. Islamic laws in Iran forbade them from sharing their Christian beliefs, but in three years, they'd covertly put New Testaments into the hands of twenty thousand of their countrymen and started two secret house [...]
A Remarkable True Story of Hope Amid the Horror of Tehrans Brutal Evin Prison.
An exciting debut and an inspiring work of magic realism...
Here is a companion for life that provides for each day of the year poetry filled with Rumi's wisdom and spiritual insight. The poems in this collection are selected on the basis of the poignancy of their
message and their relevance to life in the 21st Century. It is the only Rumi translation des[...]
In a world filled with beige interiors, Morocco is the perfect antidote: a refuge for addicts of saturated colour, a haven for devotees of intricate pattern, a destination for admirers of striking architecture. For anyone who wants to add Morocco's spicy design mix into their own home, Maryam Montag[...]
The Great War tore Europe apart, killing over 35 million men and challenging the notion of heroism. Air and Sea Power in World War I focuses on the experience of World War I from the perspective of pilots and sailors,to demonstrate that the army-centric view of war studies has been too limited.[...]
Bursting with insightful and easily accessible information, this guide is full of practical information on how to make the most of a city break or longer holiday. Organised by recognisable urban areas and resorts to make orientation easy, the compact format quickly locates the top must see and do at[...]
Afghanistan is regarded as a 'classical patriarchal' society, where old social tradition, religious doctrine and socio-economic and cultural backwardness have made women second-class citizens. But how have women - on different levels - lived in Afghanistan? How have they treated been treated, both i[...]
The bestselling "Diagnostic Imaging" series published by Amirsys now includes a comprehensive, easy-to-use reference book devoted to oncology, with nearly 3,000 incredible images, illustrations, and graphics. Written and edited by renowned experts in radiology, oncology, and body imaging, "Diagnosti[...]
Rumi, one of the most celebrated mystics of all time, chose poetry to communicate his deep spiritual experiences. His language, that of love in its purest form, speaks to us today as it did seven hundred years ago, surpassing time and bridging cultures.These poems, most of them translated into Engli[...]