Acclaimed Islamic scholar, Ingrid Mattson now updates her authoritative and comprehensive introduction through the addition of expanded sections on the Qur'an in art and architecture, in the life cycle of Muslims, and in Islamic ethics and law.[...]

This title aims to show how to dissolve conscious and unconscious stress through simple techniques, replacing effort with effortlessness. The result should be a more rewarding lifestyle leading to physical vitality, creative relationships and freedom to express your best self.[...]

Revised and updated on the basis of wide teacher feedback, New Snapshot combines exciting new features with the tried and trusted approach of the first edition, ensuring that the course remains one which teachers can trust and students love.[...]

Revised and updated on the basis of wide teacher feedback, New Snapshot combines exciting new features with the tried and trusted approach of the first edition, ensuring that the course remains one which teachers can trust and students love[...]

Paris. Spring, 1945. A ripple of excitement passes through the crowd of photographers. Robert Capa jostles amongst them, waiting for a glimpse of the anticipated star. He sees her; beautiful, graceful and composed as she enters the Ritz. It is a chance meeting between the two most unlikely of people[...]

The international controversy over who "owns" antiquities has pitted museums against archaeologists and source countries where ancient artifacts are found. In his book "Who Owns Antiquity?", James Cuno argued that antiquities are the cultural property of humankind, not of the countries that lay excl[...]

Ladybird's "Twelve Days of Christmas" is a sturdy board book perfect for sharing with young children at Christmas time. It contains the full Christmas song with all twelve verses, from twelve drummers drumming and eleven pipers piping down to the partridge in a pear tree! "The Twelve Days of Christm[...]

A brilliant and provocative piece of critical theory. Outlines an original approach to the influential concept of the public sphere. Takes a transnational perspective, which is at the cutting edge of debates. Includes case studies on the BBC, CNN and Al-Jazeera. .[...]

An introduction to Late Modern English.

Learn how to 'Cross-Train Your Brain.' Here's why: To make the most of your precious leisure time. The Vigorous Mind will address that most fundamental of questions: How Shall I Spend My Time? Overwhelmed by the turbocharged pace of modern life, we let too much of our brainpower lie dormant. Could l[...]

Let yourself be captivated by the spirit of Christmas as you decorate your home with wonderful patchwork items and stitched ornaments. Dress up your holiday by crafting placemats, pillows, cuddly blankets, and other special decorative items that will make your home warm and cozy. Create elaborate pa[...]