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Reading Book - Nickey Van Schalkwyk - Indringer Op Groenkloof (+-13.5x21x1cm Long) In Good Condition. J.P Van Der Walt En Seun         Thank you for looking at our item. I can combine postage if there is multiple orders. Thank you  Ian  

The play is intended, not only for acting, but also for reading. It is so arranged that boys and girls can read it to themselves, just as they would read any other story.   The play has been acted more than once, and by different groups of people. Practical suggestions as to costumes, scenery, and some simple scenic effects will be found at the end of the play.

Buy Provocations to Reading - J. Hillis Miller and the Democracy to Come, ed. Cohen/Kujundzic for R110.00

Usutu  A Story about the Early days of Swaziland By: H.J. Filmer & P. Jamison A first edition hardcover published by CNA in 1960 A reading copy, blue hardcovers with black writing to a sunbrowned spine, binding is tight & strong, gift inscription on front flyleaf. no dustjacket Postage within South Africa R30.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation  

Balance Sheets and the Lending Banker by J H Clemens Reading for the aspiring banker, deals with balance sheets from the banker’s point of view, with Examples of various types of businesses included in back on folding pages. London, Europa publications, 1974, 3 rd impression, 271p. Condition: hard cover, dust jacket age yellowing, age marks on frontispages, Packaging and Postage R52 (in SA).  POSTING WILL ONLY BE DONE ON MONDAYS IN ORDER TO CUT OVERHEAD COSTS SUCH AS TRAVELLING (FUEL), PARKING FEES, PACKAGING AND POSTAGE, IN ORDER TO KEEP MY PRICES LOW AND REASONABLE.  Should you wish to make other arrangements or need a book(s)/item(s) urgently, please let me know. N.B.: It is cheaper to purchase more than one book at a time, as postage for the first 1 kg remains R52, and R8 per extra book after 1 kg. So do browse through my PoggioBooks BOB page.  

 Tafelberg, 1971 1st edition. Reading Copy HB, no DJ, scraped and chipped. Owner signature on three front pages. Ballpoint numbers on rear endpaper.  A contemporary view on terrorism in various African states during the early 1970's. 191 pp.

This book issued in 1982 covers aspects of future WW3 Very interesting reading

Descriiption:  Hodder and Stoughton, London.  First printed, May, 1941.  Hardcover, no dust jacket.  This book gives the magnitude of South Africa's War Effort...  Condition:  Corners slightly bumped.  Foxing and discolouration to the endpapers and page edges. And on various pages in between. There is a prize plate on the fep.  A good reading copy with many black and white photos.  

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days You might think a book with no pictures seems boring and serious. Except...here's how books work. Everything written on the page has to be said by the person reading it aloud. Even if the words say...BLORK. Or BLUURF. And even if the words include things like BLAGGITY BLAGGITY and MY HEAD IS MADE OF BLUEBERRY PIZZA! That's the rule. That's the deal. Brilliantly irreverent and very, very silly, The Book With No Pictures will delight kids and have them begging for more. From award-winning US comic writer and actor, B. J. Novak. Features Summary A book, in which everything written on the page has to be said by the person reading it aloud. Even if the words say...Blork. Or Blurf. And even if the words include things like Blaggity Blaggity and My Head Is Made Of Blueberry Pizza! Author B J Novak Publisher Puffin Release date 20160502 Pages 48 ISBN 0-14-136179-4 ISBN 13 978-0-14-136179-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days A brand-new set of phonics readers from Ladybird - perfect for helping your child with their phonics learning at school. Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics readers uses simple language and engaging, humorous stories to help children develop their phonics skills. The series has been carefully written to give gradual, structured practice of the synthetic phonics your child is learning at school. The books introduce phonemes in a similar order to the way they are taught in most UK schools and also provide practice of common tricky words, such as the and said, that cannot be sounded out. Level 5 teaches j v w x y z zz qu. The series closely follows the order that a child is taught phonics in school, from initial letter sounds to key phonemes and beyond. It helps to build reading confidence through practice of these phonics building blocks, and reinforces school learning in a fun way. With simple vocabulary and subtle comprehension cues, these phonic readers will encourage, motivate and ignite children's excitement about reading. Other titles in the series are: Phoneme Flash cards: Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics, Say the Sounds: Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics, Captain Comet's Space Party! Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics: Level 1, Nat Naps! Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics Level 2, Top Dog: Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics: Level 3, Huff! Puff! Run!: Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics: Level 4, Dash is Fab! Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics: Level 6 Features Summary Suitable for helping your child with their phonics learning at school, this book teaches j v w x y z zz qu. Publisher Ladybird Books Release date 20140129 Pages 32 ISBN 0-7232-7541-6 ISBN 13 978-0-7232-7541-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days This new edition of the Oxford Primary Dictionary supports the curriculum's higher vocabulary expectations by including more varied vocabulary; words such as chortle, cacophony, amulet and vlog are new, along with others from a wide range of areas such as animals (e.g. narwhal, sabre-toothed), history (e.g.longship, palaeontoglist), mythology (e.g. cyclops, selkie) and space and science fiction (e.g. spacewalk, teleport). It also now features a unique selection of fictional words for creatures or places from children's reading and writing, for example hobbit, Muggle and bandersnatch. All the entries have clear and simple definitions with word classes and inflections given in full. Children will discover example sentences from the authors they love to read, such as Cressida Cowell, Roald Dahl and J. K. Rowling. 'Try also' guides at the top of pages help to locate tricky-to-find words in the alphabet such as from 'f' to 'ph', word origins are given in 'Did you know?' panels, and Spelling Alerts flag up tricky spellings. The updated supplement provides grammar and punctuation information to help children with their reading and writing. It is the ideal dictionary for boosting reading skills and building word power. Companion to the new updated edition of the Oxford Primary Thesaurus for all young writers. www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com for free downloadable activities. Features Summary New edition of the bestselling Oxford Primary Dictionary with more words added, more spelling support, and enhanced supplements for grammar and language help... Author Susan Rennie Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date 20180819 Pages 608 ISBN 0-19-276716-X ISBN 13 978-0-19-276716-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A gorgeous new edition of the Hogwarts Library containing three much loved classics - Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard - from the wizarding world. These handsome hardback editions feature stunning jacket art by Jonny Duddle and beautiful interior illustrations by Tomislav Tomic - they are irresistible reading for all Harry Potter fans, wizards and Muggles. A treasure trove of magical facts and fairy tales, the Hogwarts Library is an essential companion to the Harry Potter series. This set includes the updated edition of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them which features a new foreword from J.K. Rowling (writing as Newt Scamander) and six new beasts! Features Summary A gorgeous new edition of the Hogwarts Library containing three much loved classics - Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard - from the wizarding world... Author J. K. Rowling Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Release date 20170406 Pages 432 ISBN 1-4088-8311-2 ISBN 13 978-1-4088-8311-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days In the fourth edition of "Essential Criminology," authors Mark M. Lanier, Stuart Henry, and Desire J.M. Anastasia build upon this best-selling critical review of criminology, which has become essential reading for students of criminology in the 21st century. Designed as an alternative to overly comprehensive, lengthy, and expensive introductory texts, "Essential Criminology" is, as its title implies, a concise overview of the field. The book guides students through the various definitions of crime and the different ways crime is measured. It then covers the major theories of crime, from individual-level, classical, and rational choice to biological, psychological, social learning, social control, and interactionist perspectives. In this latest edition, the authors explore the kind of criminology that is needed for the globally interdependent twenty-first century. With cutting-edge updates, illustrative real-world examples, and new study tools for students, this text is a necessity for both undergraduate and graduate courses in criminology. Features Summary This bestselling criminology text offers a concise introduction to the nature and extent of crime, surveying core perspectives on crime causation and their policy implications within a sociological context and providing students with a strong foundation for the study of crime. Author Mark M. Lanier (Author), Stuart Henry (Author), Desire' J. M. Anastasia (Author) Publisher BasicBooks Release date 20141201 Pages 440 ISBN 0-8133-4885-4 ISBN 13 978-0-8133-4885-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days From the bestselling author, Barbara J. Bain, the new edition of this practical reference on the principles of leukaemia diagnosis and classification has been fully updated, and incorporates the recently revised WHO classification. Leukaemias are a very heterogeneous group of diseases, which differ from each other in aetiology, pathogenesis, prognosis and responsiveness to treatment. Accurate diagnosis and classification are vital for the identification of specific biological entities and underpin scientific advances in this field. The detailed characterization of haematological neoplasms is also essential for the optimal management of individual patients. In this user-friendly guide, Professor Bain illustrates and explains how these many laboratory techniques are used for the diagnosis and classification of leukaemia and related disorders. Leukaemia Diagnosis, Fifth Edition will be highly valuable to trainee haematologists and laboratory scientists in haematology and related disciplines, and will also prove a useful reference source and teaching aid for those who already have expertise in this field. In addition, cytogeneticists and molecular geneticists will find that this book enhances their understanding of the relationship of their disciplines to the diagnosis, classification and monitoring of leukaemia and related disorders. Essential reading for every haematologist and haematopathologist, Leukaemia Diagnosis, Fifth Edition features * Over 300 high quality full colour digital images of abnormal cells in leukaemia and lymphoma supplemented by histological, cytogenetic and immunophenotyping images * Recent information on cytogenetic and molecular genetic abnormalities in leukaemia * Updated information on the characteristic immunophenotypic characteristics of different categories of leukaemia Features Summary From the bestselling author, Barbara J. Bain, the new edition of this practical reference on the principles of leukaemia diagnosis and classification has been fully updated... Author Barbara Jane Bain Publisher John Wiley & Sons Release date 20170506 Pages 576 ISBN 1-119-21054-2 ISBN 13 978-1-119-21054-2

Hardcover with d/j. Book in good condition. First published 1958 with 235 pages and illustrated with b/w photographs and maps. The d/j is stained and in less good condition. The author among other issues deals with the question whether in Africa it is a clash of colour or a cultural battle for Western civilization. The author, a Rhodesian newspaperman, discusses how to achieve a democratic order in a multi-racial society. With the luxury of hindsight today, this makes interesting reading.  Postage in RSA = R50.00.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days The Workbook provides additional grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation practice and extends reading, listening and writing skills. Features Summary Speakout is a comprehensive English course that helps adult learners gain confidence in all skills areas using authentic materials from the BBC. With its wide range of support material... Author Antonia Clare (Author), J J Wilson (Author) Publisher Pearson Longman Release date 20110301 ISBN 1-4082-5948-6 ISBN 13 978-1-4082-5948-1

Treasury of Children's Classics - 3 book set A selection of Robinson Crusoe, Peter Pan and treasure Island Hard Cover  with Slip Case in good Condition Treasure Island   by Robert Louis Stevenson   "For sheer storytelling delight and pure adventure, Treasure Island has never been surpassed. From the moment young Jim Hawkins first encounters the sinister Blind Pew at the Admiral Benbow Inn until the climactic battle for treasure on a tropic isle, the nevel creates scenes and characters that have firetd the imaginations of generations of readers.   The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York by Daniel Defoe Based on a real-life incident, Robinson Crusoe tells the story of a young man who yearns to escape the mundane world and set sail for a life of adventure in faraway places. Defying his father's wishes he leaves on board a ship, then finds himself marooned on a tropical island where he wrestles with his fate and ponders the nature of God and man.   J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan & Wendy J. M. Barrie This hardcover edition of the classic tale of PETER PAN AND WENDY has been read and loved by children for generations. Start a new tradition of reading this timeless tale in your home today! Fully illustrated in color, bringing each tale to life Filled with humor, adventure and imagination for children of all ages      

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 9 working days The English in context series offers learners exciting and varied opportunities to study English. The series has been revised to meet all the requirements of the CAPS curriculum for English home language in grade 12. English in context consolidates and extends language and literacy skills and knowledge. Features of this course include: a wide range of literary and non-literary texts to develop proficiency in reading and viewing; activities that promote writing practice across a variety of contexts to help learners develop written, visual and multi-media texts; opportunities to practise effective listening and speaking strategies and express ideas and opinions; activities to extend vocabulary use and understanding of language structures; activities which utilise learners' existing knowledge and promote imaginative and critical listening, thinking and reasoning; integration of language and literacy skills across other subjects. Features Summary The English in context series offers learners exciting and varied opportunities to study English. The series has been revised to meet all the requirements of the CAPS curriculum for English home language in grade 12. Author J.O. Hendry (Author), H.M. Gardyne (Author), S.A. Burger (Author), R Stewart (Author) Publisher Maskew Miller Longman Pty.Ltd,South Africa Release date 20130315 Pages 264 ISBN 0-636-14002-4 ISBN 13 978-0-636-14002-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days Learn how the seclusion of women can be used as a feminist defense against exploitation--and as an empowering force Internationally acclaimed author Ann Chamberlin's book, A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East: The Veil in the Looking Glass is a critical interdisciplinary examination of the practice of seclusion of women throughout the Middle East from its beginnings. This challenging exploration discusses the reasons that seclusion may not be as oppressive as is presently generally accepted, and, in fact, may be an empowering force for women in both the West and East. Readers are taken on a controversial, belief-bending journey deep into the surprising origins and diverse aspects of female seclusion to find solid evidence of its surprising use as a defense against monolithic cultural exploitation. The author uses her extensive knowledge of Middle Eastern culture, language, and even archeology to provide a convincing assertion challenging the Western view that seclusion was and is a result of women's oppression. A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East goes beyond standard feminist rhetoric to put forth shocking notions on the real reasons behind women's seclusion and how it has been used to counteract cultural exploitation. The book reviews written evidence, domestic and sacred architecture, evolution, biology, the clan, the environment for seclusion, trade, capital and land, slavery, honor, and various other aspects in a powerful feminist argument that seclusion is actually a valuable empowering force of protection from the influence of today's society. The text includes thirty black and white figures with useful descriptions to illustrate and enhance reader understanding of concepts. A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East discusses at length: * prehistoric evidence of seclusion * the sense of honor in the Middle East * a balanced look at the Islamic religion * the true nature of the harem * the reasons for the oppression by the Taliban * the positive aspects of 'veiling' * seclusion as a defense against capitalist exploitation * and other challenging perspectives! A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East is thought-provoking, insightful reading for all interested in women's history, feminism, and the history and culture of the Middle East. Features Summary Examines the practice of seclusion of women throughout the Middle East from its beginnings. This work discusses the reasons that seclusion may not be as oppressive as is generally accepted... Author J.Dianne Garner (Author), Ann Chamberlin (Author), Linn Prentis (Author) Publisher Haworth Press Inc Release date 20061017 Pages 314 ISBN 0-7890-2983-9 ISBN 13 978-0-7890-2983-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days This unique, practical, pocket-sized guide and reference provides every first year bioscience student with all they need to know to prepare reagents correctly and perform fundamental laboratory techniques. It also helps them to analyse their data and present their findings, in addition to directing the reader, via a comprehensive list of references, to relevant further reading All of the core bioscience laboratory techniques are covered including: basic calculations and the preparation of solutions; aseptic techniques; microscopy techniques; cell fractionation; spectrophotometry; chromatography of small and large molecules: electrophoresis of proteins and nucleic acids and data analysis. In addition the book includes clear, relevant diagrams and worked examples of calculations. In short, this is a 'must-have' for all first year bioscience students struggling to get to grips with this vitally important element of their course. Features Summary This unique, practical, pocket-sized guide and reference provides every first year bioscience student with all they need to know to prepare reagents correctly and perform fundamental laboratory techniques. Author Philip L.R. Bonner (Author), Alan J. Hargreaves (Author) Publisher Wiley-Blackwell Release date 20110225 Pages 232 ISBN 0-470-74309-3 ISBN 13 978-0-470-74309-6

A Dragon's World Book. 1st edition 1979. H/C Big book. The Astrology of Time and  Space. Some of the Contents; The reading, Horoscopes, The Houses of the horoscope, The planets and more. Book as good as new. Top and bottom of the spine of the D/J  slightly damaged. No Inscriptions. 297 pages. Packing and postage R55 in S.A.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days This comprehensive and readable text applies communication theories to the mass media with an abundance of current examples from journalism, broadcasting, advertising and public relations to make concepts clear to students. The new edition of Communication Theories addresses the ongoing changes in the mass communication field and the new developments in mass communication theory that are occurring as we move into the new millennium. A new chapter on cyber communication (Chapter 17) offers unique coverage of this critical new medium and an extensively rewritten chapter on media chains and conglomerates (Chapter 16) addresses key developments in that arena. The book is firmly based in the scientific approach-with its emphasis on observation, evidence, logic, and hypothesis testing-but now also features a discussion of critical theory and cultural studies in Chapter 1 of the new edition. Finally, the Fifth Edition features a new boxed reading program, which offers even more real-world illustrations of key concepts. Features Summary This comprehensive and readable text applies communication theories to the mass media with an abundance of current examples from journalism, broadcasting... Author Werner J. Severin (Author), James W Tankard (Author) Publisher Pearson Education Limited Release date 20131101 Pages 432 ISBN 1-292-04285-0 ISBN 13 978-1-292-04285-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days This is the textbook and reference resource that instructors, students, and researchers in biomedical optics have been waiting for. Comprehensive and up to date, it covers a broad range of areas in biomedical optics, from light interactions at the single-photon and single-biomolecule levels, to the diffusion regime of light propagation in tissue. Subjects covered include spectroscopic techniques (fluorescence, Raman, infrared, near-infrared, and elastic scattering), imaging techniques (diffuse optical tomography, photoacoustic imaging, several forms of modern microscopy, and optical coherence tomography), and laser-tissue interactions, including optical tweezers. Topics are developed from the fundamental principles of physical science, with intuitive explanations, while rigorous mathematical formalisms of theoretical treatments are also provided. For each technique, descriptions of relevant instrumentation and examples of biomedical applications are outlined, and each chapter benefits from references and suggested resources for further reading, and exercise problems with answers to selected problems. Features Summary Based on physical science principles, Quantitative Biomedical Optics covers theory, instrumentation, methods and applications, with practical exercises and problem sets. Author Irving J. Bigio (Author), Sergio Fantini (Author) Publisher Cambridge UniversityPress Release date 20160107 Pages 698 ISBN 0-521-87656-7 ISBN 13 978-0-521-87656-8

Misfit To Millionaire is the story of a bullied, battered, and beaten little red headed kid that overcame many personal and physical obstacles to become an attorney, successful business person, and athlete. Read tales of the people who affected my life in both a positive and negative way. Learn valuable information and read stories about the mistakes and people that held me back. This book is a summary of life events, accomplishments, failures, and experiences written to teach you how to become successful. I share with you where and from whom I learned from. By reading this book you will learn how the lessons apply, and about the people who taught me business and personal skills. Through taking this journey it is my hope you can set your own goals and achieve success. My goal is to motivate you to look past your own obstacles, difficulties, and mistakes. I have shared personal failures along with mental and physical barriers that I had to overcome. Most importantly how I did it. Trust me, if I achieved success in my life, you can accomplish anything you set a goal toward. by Joseph J Scardino (Author) Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Paperback: 86 pages Publisher: Independently published (February 16, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 1980312966 ISBN-13: 978-1980312963 Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.2 x 8 inches Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a Wizarding classic, first came to Muggle readers' attention in the book known as Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Now, thanks to Hermione Granger's new translation from the ancient runes, we present this stunning edition with an introduction, notes, and illustrations by J. K. Rowling, and extensive commentary by Albus Dumbledore. Never before have Muggles been privy to these richly imaginative tales: "The Wizard and the Hopping Pot," "The Fountain of Fair Fortune," "The Warlock's Hairy Heart," "Babbitty Rabbitty and Her Cackling Stump," and of course, "The Tale of the Three Brothers." But not only are they the equal of fairy tales we now know and love, reading them gives new insight into the world of Harry Potter. Edition: 1st, DW VG Publisher: CHLG Binding: Hardcover

Subtitle: Essays on Life and Writing Author: Hermione Lee Publisher: Chatto and Windus Edition: First Edition ISBN-10: 0701177594 ISBN-13: 9780701177591 Condition: Very Good - Dust jacket has rubbing; and creasing to edges Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket Pages: 245 Dimensions: 24 x 16 x 2.3 cm +++ by Hermione Lee +++ A series of brilliant studies of subjects ranging from T.S. Elliot to J.M. Coetzee, by  biographer and critic Hermione Lee, about every aspect of writing and reading.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days A sparkling and up-to-date new cover for one of Fontana Press's strongest-selling titles. `Jung was on a giant scale...he was a master physician of the soul in his insights, a profound sage in his conclusions. He is also one of Western Man's great liberators.' J. B. Priestly, Sunday Telegraph `Jung can sometimes rise to the heights of a Blake or a Nietzsche or a Kierkegaard...like any true prophet or artist, he extended the range of the human imagination...to be able to share Jungian emotions is surely an almost necessary capacity of the free mind.' Philip Toynbee, Observer This compact volume of extracts from the twenty volumes of Jung's published writings presents him clearly, in his own words and in precis. Jung's writing is the key to understanding 20th-century psychology, psychiatry and psychoanalysis. Most of the terms of reference now used (`extrovert', `collective unconscious', `archetype') are Jungian. This is essential reading for both students of psychology and the general reader. Features Summary A sparkling and up-to-date new cover for one of Fontana Press's strongest-selling titles. Author Anthony Storr Publisher Fontana Press Release date 19980615 Pages 447 ISBN 0-00-653065-6 ISBN 13 978-0-00-653065-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days "Don't Call Me Pig!" uses a delightful rhyme and clever, colorful illustrations chock full of detail to tell the javelina's story. What exactly is a javelina? The hairy little animal is shaped much like a pig. It has a snout like a pig. But is it really a pig? No way. Is it some type of large, hairy rodent? Nope. Not at all. Not even close! Javelina is just one name for a creature that lives in large families and roams in herds across Southwestern deserts. Collared Peccary is another. One thing is certain, after reading this amusing story, readers of all ages will know why they should never, ever call them pigs! Features Summary This delightful children's tale focuses on a javelina and his humorous and educational encounters in his native desert habitat. Author Conrad J Storad (Author), Beth Neely (Illustrator), Don Rantz (Illustrator) Publisher RGU Group Release date 19990215 Pages 32 ISBN 1-891795-01-5 ISBN 13 978-1-891795-01-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Learn how the seclusion of women can be used as a feminist defense against exploitation and as an empowering force Internationally acclaimed author Ann Chamberlin's book, A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East: The Veil in the Looking Glass is a critical interdisciplinary examination of the practice of seclusion of women throughout the Middle East from its beginnings. This challenging exploration discusses the reasons that seclusion may not be as oppressive as is presently generally accepted, and, in fact, may be an empowering force for women in both the West and East. Readers are taken on a controversial, belief-bending journey deep into the surprising origins and diverse aspects of female seclusion to find solid evidence of its surprising use as a defense against monolithic cultural exploitation. The author uses her extensive knowledge of Middle Eastern culture, language, and even archeology to provide a convincing assertion challenging the Western view that seclusion was and is a result of women's oppression. A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East goes beyond standard feminist rhetoric to put forth shocking notions on the real reasons behind women's seclusion and how it has been used to counteract cultural exploitation. The book reviews written evidence, domestic and sacred architecture, evolution, biology, the clan, the environment for seclusion, trade, capital and land, slavery, honor, and various other aspects in a powerful feminist argument that seclusion is actually a valuable empowering force of protection from the influence of today's society. The text includes thirty black and white figures with useful descriptions to illustrate and enhance reader understanding of concepts. A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East discusses at length: prehistoric evidence of seclusion the sense of honor in the Middle East a balanced look at the Islamic religion the true nature of the harem the reasons for the oppression by the Taliban the positive aspects of 'veiling' seclusion as a defense against capitalist exploitation and other challenging perspectives! A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East is thought-provoking, insightful reading for all interested in women's history, feminism, and the history and culture of the Middle East. Features Summary Examines the practice of seclusion of women throughout the Middle East from its beginnings. This work discusses the reasons that seclusion may not be as oppressive as is generally accepted... Author J.Dianne Garner (Author), Ann Chamberlin (Author), Linn Prentis (Author) Publisher Routledge Member of the Taylor and Francis Group Release date 20061017 Pages 316 ISBN 0-7890-2983-9 ISBN 13 978-0-7890-2983-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days The first in Jeff Kinney's side-splitting series, join Greg Heffley as he's thrust into a new year, and a new school, where undersize weaklings share the corridors with kids who are taller, meaner and already shaving. I'll be famous one day, but for now I'm stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons. Desperate to prove his new found maturity, which only going up a grade can bring, Greg is happy to have his not-quite-so-cool sidekick, Rowley, along for the ride. But when Rowley's star starts to rise, Greg tries to use his best friend's popularity to his own advantage. Recorded in his diary with comic pictures and his very own words, this test of Greg and Rowley's friendship unfolds with hilarious results. Laugh until you cry at all of Greg's hopeless shenanigans. Diary of a Wimpy Kid has got millions of kids reading and laughing at (but mostly with) the famous Greg Heffley. If you're on the lookout for a funny children's book for 7+, especially a book for reluctant readers, you can't go wrong with the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Praise for Jeff Kinney: 'The world has gone crazy for Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - The Sun 'Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet' - Independent 'The most hotly anticipated children's book of the year is here - Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - Big Issue 'Hilarious' - Telegraph Features Summary This was Mom's idea, not mine. But if she thinks I'm going to write down my "feelings" in here or whatever, she's crazy. The only reason I agreed to do this at all is because I figure later on when I'm rich and famous... Author Jeff Kinney Publisher Puffin Release date 20080729 Pages 217 ISBN 0-14-132490-2 ISBN 13 978-0-14-132490-6