29 results for 'Mahdavi, Pardis'

Delve into the intricate world of Marillion's drumming with this in-depth analysis by Mark Pardy. Featuring transcriptions from the band's extensive catalogue, this book provides a unique insight...

Challenging the dominant discourses surrounding human trafficking and terrorism, Pardis Mahdavi presents a nuanced exploration of the complex relationships between these two issues.Through...

Crossing the Gulf: Love and Family in Migrant Lives Pardis Mahdavi explores the complex relationships between migration, family, and state policy in this thought-provoking ethnography. Through...

In present-day Iran, the stakes of partying and having sex are high. Drinking and dancing can lead to arrest by the morality police, with punishments ranging from 70 lashes to public execution. Yet,...

When murder strikes in their small town, Carlyle Daniels steps up to provide an alibi for Cash Hudson, and together they uncover a shocking truth.Fifteen years ago, Vince Shepherd's twin vanished...

Double Jeopardy: Gender and the Holocaust Judith Tydor Baumel's study examines the experiences of Jewish women during the Holocaust, shedding light on their roles in resistance movements,...

Triple Jeopardy by Rex Stout Three separate crime puzzles bring high stakes to Nero Wolfe's investigations. In one case, a poison pellet is dropped into a pill-box at dinner, while in another, a...

This diary belongs to RARO, who isn't like anyone else. He has a father, mother, two older brothers (he's an accident), four grandparents, a best friend and a neighbour who catches his eye. RARO...

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones' life is a testament to the power of embracing risk and uncertainty. From his deprived childhood in Birmingham to building one of the UK's most successful farming brands, he...

China's economic rise under President Xi Jinping has been marked by significant growth and confidence at home and abroad. However, the country also faces serious challenges that threaten its...

Double Jeopardy by Martin M. Goldsmith is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of modern jurisprudence and the consequences of being judged by our courts and juries. The author...

A razor-sharp and achingly funny memoir about the men and movies that shaped one woman's life. Antonia Quirke recounts how her love-life was affected by her obsession with male movie stars, as her...

Opening Night marks the sixth volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. Ngaio Marsh's novel is a gripping tale that explores the darker side of...

A TV show has turned into a treacherous competition. Six young challengers must use all their skills to succeed against the odds. In the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest, they embark on their most...

Alexandra Cooper's days often start off badly, but she's never faced such a personal challenge. A woman's body has been found in a car rented in her name, and the murder is linked to her lodger - an...

Stone Barrington faces danger on all sides in the latest thriller from Stuart Woods. A long-standing family matter has resurfaced, demanding his immediate attention.He must navigate a complex web of...

Christian O'Brady's past has finally caught up with him. A former con artist, he now uses his expertise to secure galleries and prevent art thefts. However, when a string of high-profile Southwestern...

Daniel Pitt Mystery 2 by Anne Perry The second thrilling mystery in an exciting new generation of Pitt novels, Daniel Pitt is delighted that his sister is visiting London with her American husband...

The Rhetoric of Reaction Perversity, Futility, Jeopardy by Albert O. Hirschman This thought-provoking analysis explores the tactics used by conservative thinkers to counter progressive agendas and...

The Victorian Theatre: A Hazardous World Behind the Scenes Behind the glamour and spectacle of Victorian theatre lies a darker reality. In this era, performing spaces were as treacherous as...

The Human Cost of Transition: Children in Central and Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet Union. This publication examines the impact of political, social and economic dislocation on children in...

The End of the Everything Bubble: Why $75 Trillion of Investor Wealth is in Mortal Jeopardy A financial crisis is not just a downturn, but an era-defining event. Historian and professional investor...

The Tagus Campaign of 1809: An Alliance in Jeopardy by John Marsden. In April 1809, Sir Arthur Wellesley launched a second expedition to Iberia, following Britain's setback in her first attempt. His...

For All Maternity: A Humorous and Heartfelt Guide to Motherhood. As Emily Pardy shares her own tumultuous journey into motherhood, she encourages readers to ask the hard questions. From navigating...

Develop your chess skills with this comprehensive guide to attacking and defending the king. Lev Alburt's expert analysis is supported by hundreds of game illustrations, dozens of problems and...

Leaders who control extractive resources can secure their power by converting natural wealth into fiscal wealth. This book argues that nationalizing these resources is a crucial political gamble:...

Losing the Plot: Film and Feeling in the Modern Novel by Pardis Dabashi explores the intriguing relationship between literature and classical Hollywood cinema. In this thought-provoking study,...

The Pop Legacy in Post-war Italian Art presents a selection of works from the private collection of the Farmafactoring Foundation, paying tribute to Italian art of the mid-20th century. This volume...

Cry, Heart, But Never Break is a poignant story about four siblings who make a pact to keep death from taking their grandmother away. Despite their efforts, death arrives, but in a gentle and natural...