Category Archives: Maps
The Spymaster of Baghdad: The Untold Story of the Elite Intelligence Cell that Turned the Tide against ISIS
`Pulse-pounding` Sinclair McKay | `Truly masterful` Damien Lewis | `Who needs spy fiction, when fact can provide as thrilling a story as this?` Lindsey HilsumThe Spymaster of Baghdad is the gripping story of the top-secret Iraqi intelligence unit that infiltrated the Islamic State. More so than that of any foreign power, the information they gathered
AZADI: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.
FROM THE BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF MY SEDITIOUS HEART AND THE MINISTRY OF UTMOST HAPPINESS, A NEW AND PRESSING DISPATCH FROM THE HEART OF THE CROWD AND THE SOLITUDE OF A WRITER`S DESKThe chant of `Azadi!` – Urdu for `Freedom!` – is the slogan of the freedom struggle in Kashmir against what Kashmiris see as the
Palestine and the Palestinians in the 21st Century
Recent developments in Palestinian political, economic, and social life have resulted in greater insecurity and diminishing confidence in Israel`s willingness to abide by political agreements or the Palestinian leadership`s ability to forge consensus. This volume examines the legacies of the past century, conditions of life in the present, and the possibilities and constraints on prospects
How to be a Global Citizen: Be Informed. Get Involved.
Are you an aspiring activist or a curious community member? Then this is the perfect guide for you!Young people around the world are more aware than ever before of social, cultural, and environmental issues. They want their voices to be heard. They are keen to step up and make a difference. Packed with carefully curated
The Syria Dilemma
The current conflict in Syria has killed more than 80,000 people and displaced four million, yet most observers predict that the worst is still to come. And for two years, the international community has failed to take action. World leaders have repeatedly resolved not to let atrocities happen in plain view, but the legacy of
The Ministry of Guidance Invites You to Not Stay: An American Family in Iran
What happens when you move to Iran, heartland of the `Axis of Evil`, with your family in tow? – asks Hooman Majd, author of the acclaimed The Ayatollah Begs to Differ and The Ayatollah`s Democracy “Welcome to Iran,” he said. “This isn`t Switzerland.” We have an idea of the texture of life in Paris or
Winner Take All: China`s Race for Resources and What it Means for Us
Our planet`s resources are running out. The media bombards us with constant warnings of impending shortages of fossil fuels, minerals, arable land, and water and the political Armageddon that will result as insatiable global demand far outstrips supply. But how true is this picture? In “Winner Take All”, Dambisa Moyo cuts through the misconceptions and
Meatless Days
`Some of the more heart-shaking writing about love and grief I`ve ever read` Kamila Shamsie, from the introductionMeatless Days is a searing memoir of life in the newly-created country of Pakistan. When sudden and shocking tragedies hit the author`s family two years apart, her personal crisis spirals into a wider meditation on universal questions: about
Whisky A Tasting Course: A New Way to Think – and Drink – Whisky
Taste your way to whisky wisdom.The best way to find out about whisky is by drinking it. Perfect for the whisky curious, this truly hands-on handbook helps you to discover your own personal whisky style, opening up a world of new whiskies to enjoy. Tailored tasting sessions steer you through the full spectrum of whisky`s
Lifting the Veil
`Gloriously provocative… female sexuality within a patriarchal world is Chughtai`s central concern` Kamila Shamsie, from the introduction Lifting the Veil is a bold and irreverent collection of writing from India`s most controversial feminist writer. These stories celebrate life in all its complexities: from a woman who refuses marriage to a man she loves to preserve
The Song of Kieu: A New Lament
`An essential book for anyone invested, not only in Vietnamese literature, but the historic power of the national epic . . . and its perennial place in our species` efforts toward self-knowledge. Tim Allen`s new translation offers clean fluidity while honouring the original`s varied rhythms and jagged lyricism. A luminous feat.` Ocean Vuong, winner of
Essential World Atlas: The comprehensive companion to our planet
Full of clear and detailed maps, this beautifully designed world atlas is the perfect companion to discover our planet.Originally published in 1997 and now in its 10th edition, the Essential World Atlasincludes all recent border, place name, and flag changes around the world,including the new nation of South Sudan and the annexation of Crimea.A series
Complete Atlas of the World: Classic Mapping for the Modern World
Filled with beautiful maps showing our dynamic world in stunning detail, this comprehensive atlas is the perfect choice for anyone interested in the geography of our planet.First published in 2007 and now in its 4th edition, the Complete Atlas of the World has been fully revised and updated to encompass recent world events.The opening section
Of Thee I Sing
In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, former President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped his nation. From the artistry of Georgia O`Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, Barack Obama sees the traits of these heroes
Reference World Atlas: An Encyclopedia in an Atlas
Packed with more than 640 high-definition maps and over 950 illustrations and diagrams, this is the ultimate world atlas. Fully revised and updated edition to encompass recent world events, this extensive atlas is an invaluable reference for home, school, and office. The opening section provides a fascinating introduction to our world with a series of
The Souls of China: The Return of Religion After Mao
In no society on Earth was there such a ferocious attempt to eradicate all trace of religion as in modern China. But now, following a century of violent antireligious campaigns, China is awash with new temples, churches, and mosques – as well as cults, sects, and politicians trying to harness religion for their own ends.
Aquanaut: Thirteen Lives Saved, The Thai Cave Rescue
Pre-order the enthralling autobiography of cave-diver and former firefighter Rick Stanton, who with astonishing heroism played a key role in the 2018 Thai Cave Rescue.”They were utterly alone inside the mountain, isolated from the rest of the world. They might as well have been on another planet . . .”In July 2018, twelve boys and
A History of the Crusades: The Kingdom of Acre and the Later Crusades: III
The third volume of Steven Runciman`s classic, hugely influential trilogy on the history of the Crusades `The whole tale is one of faith and folly, courage and greed, hope and disillusion` Steven Runciman`s triumphant three-volume A History of the Crusades remains an unsurpassed account of the events that changed the world and continue to resonate
The Japanese: A History in Twenty Lives
`Mightily impressive … a marvellous read` Waldemar Januszczak, Sunday TimesFrom the acclaimed author of Japan Story, this is the history of Japan, distilled into the stories of twenty remarkable individuals. The vivid and entertaining portraits in Chris Harding`s enormously enjoyable new book take the reader from the earliest written accounts of Japan right through to
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
`One of the most important thinkers to emerge on the world stage for many years` SpectatorWhat are the most valuable things that everyone should know? Acclaimed clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson has influenced the modern understanding of personality, and now he has become one of the world`s most popular public thinkers, with his lectures on topics
