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The heirs of the prophet Muhammad: Islam's first century and the origins of the Sunni-Shia schism
By Barnaby Rogerson. 2006
Within a generation of Muhammad's death, his followers exploded out of Arabia to confront the two great superpowers of the…
seventh-century and establish Islam and a new civilization. Coming from small oasis communities of central Arabia, their achievements were immense. Rogerson also identifies the seeds of discord that destroyed the unity of Islam, and traces the roots of the schism between Sunni and Shia Muslims. Some descriptions of violence. 2006. Uniform title: Heirs of the prophet MuhammadSatanic purses: money, myth, and misinformation in the war on terror
By R. T Naylor. 2006
Naylor exposes the post 9/11 global War on Islamic Terror as based on myth, misinformation, and even deliberate disinformation -…
all of it premised on misguided notions about the nature of terrorist financing and the structure and organization of terrorist groups. Naylor believes that the secret agendas behind, and the private interests that profit from, an illusory War on Terror may be far more dangerous than the events that led to it. Some descriptions of violence. 2006.Jihad: the rise of militant Islam in Central Asia
By Ahmed Rashid. 2002
Pakistani journalist examines the history of Central Asia and its indigenous Islamic movements and then focuses on three of the…
most significant--the Islamic Renaissance Party (IRP), the Hizb ut-Tahrir (HT), and the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU). Discusses their origins, beliefs, influence, activities, rapid spread, and the secrecy shrouding their leaders. 2002.Islamic fundamentalism (At issue)
By Auriana Ojeda. 2003
Some of the best-known commentators on the current relationship of Islam with the industrial countries of the West present their…
views in short essays. Topics include Islam and democracy, the place of women, threats to the United States, terrorism and Islam, and the nature of fundamentalism. For senior high and older readers. Some descriptions of violence. 2003.A Canadian resource of practical tips and products that helps you do your part for the environment. Information on what…
not to buy and why, services such as computer recyclers and hazardous waste disposal, and tips on sustainable food choices and how to reduce energy use. Includes a city-by-city guide. 2007.Reaping the whirlwind: the Taliban movement in Afghanistan
By Michael Griffin. 2001
Griffin chronicles the rise of the Taliban from their first appearance in 1994, examines their place in the context of…
Afghanistan's political instability, and discusses the significance of their brand of Islamic fundamentalism. 2001.The Muslim Jesus: sayings and stories in Islamic literature (Convergences)
By Tarif Khalidi. 2001
This work presents, in English translation, the largest collection ever assembled of the sayings and stories of Jesus in Arabic…
Islamic literature. Tarif Khalidi's introduction and commentaries place the sayings and stories in their historical context, showing how and why this "gospel" arose and the function it served within Muslim devotion. The sayings and stories, some 300 in number and arranged in chronological order, show us how the image of this Jesus evolved throughout a millennium of Islamic history. 2001.Islam and the myth of confrontation: religion and politics in the Middle East
By Fred Halliday. 1995
The author examines the widely accepted image of confrontation between "Islam" and "the West", created largely by the rise of…
Islamic militancy in the Middle East and the perceived influence of Islam on politics and society. Considering the sources of Islamic militancy and the rhetoric of Islamic and anti-Muslim leaders, he argues that the Middle East is a set of variant societies, facing the economic and political problems of the Third World.The veiled kingdom
By Carmen Bin Ladin. 2004
On September 11th 2001, Carmen Bin Ladin heard the news on the radio that the Twin Towers had been struck.…
She instinctively knew that her brother-in-law was involved in these horrifying acts of terrorism, and her heart went out to America. She also knew that her life and the lives of her family would never be the same again. In 1974 Carmen, half Swiss and half Persian, married into the Bin Laden family and found herself inside a complex and vast clan, part of a society that at that point she neither knew nor understood. Determined to protect her daughters from the inevitable restrictions within a society riddled with hypocrisy and contradiction, in 1985 Carmen moved back to her home country, Switzerland. Carmen's story takes us inside one of the most powerful, secretive and repressive kingdoms in the world and the Bin Laden family's role within it. 2004. Uniform title: Voile déchiré.A craft book that also includes a brief history of trash that shows how the invention of disposable products and…
packaging has created increasing waste. Organized into sections based on recyclable materials (paper, plastic, metal, fabric), the easy-to-follow projects include a "Fancy Foil Fish" aluminum mobile, paper jewellery, and milk-carton castles. Also includes tips for "living lightly" (or, producing less garbage) on Earth. Grades 3-6. 2004.The music teaching artist's bible: becoming a virtuoso educator
By Eric Booth. 2009
Filled with practical advice on the critical issues facing the music teaching artist - from the economic and time-management issues…
of being a musician and teacher to communicating effectively with students. Includes advice on becoming a mentor, succeeding in school environments, partnering with other teaching artists, advocating for music and arts education, and private lessons. 2009.The chocolate box secrets (Chocolate box girls. #8)
By Cathy Cassidy. 2015
Cherry, Summer, Skye, Coco and Honey may be very different but they all love crafting and creating! From hosting a…
chocolate-themed sleepover to designing a flower headband and concocting a cupcake-sensation, each Chocolate Box sister shares her secrets in this collection. With ideas for every season, which will you make first? Grades 5-8. 2015.Price of honor: Muslim women lift the veil of silence on the Islamic world
By Jan Goodwin. 1994
Goodwin became interested in the plight of Muslim women because of her relationship with a Pakistani girl who became like…
her daughter and who was bartered in marriage at age eleven. Goodwin interviewed women, and some men, in ten Islamic countries. She examines the lives of women of various stations and the effects of changing Islamic attitudes in the late twentieth century. Descriptions of violence. 1994.Le désir d'islam: essai
By Martine Gozlan. 2005
Yamaha Portotone PSR-340 portable keyboard owner's manual
By Yamaha. 2001
Pottery for beginners: projects for beautiful ceramic bowls, mugs, vases and more
By Kara Leigh Ford. 2021
"If you ever daydream about delving into pottery but aren't sure where to begin, this is your book. Professional potter…
Kara Leigh Ford will be your personal pottery guide, helping you to overcome any doubts about your abilities. All you need are curiosity and a few simple tools to mold stunning stoneware with confidence. Inspiring projects and primers on equipment, technique, clay types and setting up a workspace make pottery approachable for complete newcomers, as well as budding potters who want to hone their skills. Plus, gorgeous photos from Kara's studio offer visual guidance every step of the way. Enter the wonderful world of ceramics with hand building, the meditative method behind your next mug, spoon set or soap dish. When you're ready for the wheel, easy-to-follow instructions cover the foundations of throwing bowls, plates, vases and other beginner-friendly kitchenware like a pro. Each stand-alone piece builds upon a skill introduced in the previous project: Craft all ten and you've learned pottery's fundamentals! Tutorials on glazing and decorative techniques will help you discover your own unique style and understand the basics of the firing process--whether in your own kiln or at a community studio--ensuring beautifully finished pieces. Kara's can-do approach brings handmade ceramic creations fully within reach. Whether you want to make charming home décor or thoughtful gifts for loved ones, you'll find all you need to embark on your pottery journey." -- Provided by publisherLet's go rock collecting (Let's-read-and-find-out science. Stage 2 #1)
By Holly Keller, Roma Gans. 1997
Our best baby afghans (Leisure Arts Leaflet Ser.)
By Inc Leisure Arts, Sunset Books Staff. 1996
The senses: design beyond vision
By Ellen Lupton, Andrea Lipps. 2018
Museum curators present a manifesto for inclusive, multisensory design practice through a series of eighteen essays. Presents ideas and principles…
for extending the sensory input of products, environments, and media. 2018Vanishing fleece: adventures in American wool
By Clara Parkes. 2019
Knitwear designer chronicles the process of turning wool into garments after buying a bale of wool from a sheep breeder.…
Discusses the harvesting of wool, the state of wool mills in North America, production decisions, the dyeing process, and designing knitwear. 2019