112 results for 'Rashid, Salman'

Set in an exotic Eastern landscape, Haroun and the Sea of Stories is a captivating tale of adventure and self-discovery. A young boy named Haroun sets out on a quest to restore the poisoned source of...

A jumbo jet disintegrates over the English Channel, scattering debris into the sea. Two men, Gibreel Faishta and Saladin Chamcha, fall towards the waves, their lives forever changed. As they struggle...

Rashid Johnson: A Comprehensive Publication Rashid Johnson is a leading voice in contemporary art, celebrated for his nuanced and iconographic body of work. Working across multiple media, including...

Salman Rushdie's Midnight's Children A Reader's Guide provides an in-depth exploration of one of the most influential novels of recent years. Written by Norbert Schurer, this guide offers a nuanced...

The Greatest Attacker in Chess: The Enigmatic Rashid Nezhmetdinov Rashid Nezhmetdinov was a fearless attacking chess player who left an indelible mark on the game. A Soviet master, he was renowned...

Rashid al-Din Maybudi's Persian commentary on the Qur'an is a key work in the development of Sufi Qur'anic interpretation. Annabel Keeler explores its interplay with scriptural exegesis and mystical...

Blood and Oil: Mohammed Bin Salman's Ruthless Quest for Global PowerUnveiling the explosive untold story of how Mohammed bin Salman and his entourage seized power in the Middle East, this book...

A gripping portrait of Saudi Arabia's mercurial new ruler, Mohammed bin Salman. From his early days as a prince among thousands, MBS nurtured sweeping ambitions to reshape his kingdom. When his...

The Future Future by Adam ThirlwellA novel that shines a light on the darker aspects of society, Celine's life becomes a symbol for everything rotten in this colonial era. As men invent stories about...

For the Love of the Horse: Looking Back, Looking ForwardRenowned horseman and storyteller Mark Rashid reflects on his journey of self-discovery and growth, sharing insights gained from over 30 years...

A Time of Madness: A Memoir of Partition by Salman Rashid In 1947, the city of Jalandhar in Punjab was plunged into chaos as the Indian subcontinent was divided. Salman Rashid's family was among the...

A beautifully crafted hardback edition of Midnight's Children, a modern classic that has captured the hearts of readers worldwide. Born at the stroke of midnight, Saleem Sinai is a special child with...

Salman Rushdie's Victory City is a richly imagined tale of a woman who becomes the vessel for a divine force, shaping the course of history. After witnessing her mother's death, a young girl named...

The Hundred Years' War on Palestine: A History of Settler Colonialism and Resistance, 1917-2017 by Rashid Khalidi A sweeping history of the conflict in Palestine, told from a uniquely Palestinian...

The Hundred Years' War on Palestine A History of Settler Colonialism and Resistance, 1917-2017 by Rashid Khalidi This sweeping history of the conflict in Palestine challenges accepted interpretations...

The United States has long been involved in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, yet its role as a broker has consistently thwarted progress towards peace. In "Brokers of Deceit", historian Rashid...

The Hundred Years' War on Palestine: A History of Settler Colonial Conquest and Resistance This book tells the story of a century of conflict in Palestine, from the promise of a Jewish homeland in...

At the stroke of midnight, a nation was born. Saleem Sinai, one of 1,001 children born in the same instant, is destined for a life of extraordinary connection to his country. A mix-up at birth has...

When the greatest storyteller of all time runs out of stories, his son sets out on an extraordinary journey to find a way to restore the gift of tales. Haroun's quest takes him to the Sea of Stories,...

At the stroke of midnight, a nation was born. Saleem Sinai, a child born at this moment, is connected to 1,000 others with extraordinary gifts. As his story unfolds, it mirrors the course of modern...

The Rashidun Khulafah: A History of Leadership and Excellence. This book tells the story of the four Rightly Guided Caliphs who established Islam after the Prophet Muhammad's passing, facing numerous...

George Psalmanazar, one of the greatest charlatans in literary history, perpetrated a stupendous fraud on the people of London over 300 years ago. Claiming to have been born on the island of Taiwan,...

Sean Dillon is the target for a ruthless killer in this action-packed thriller from Jack Higgins. A secret enforcer was instrumental in bringing down the Rashid family, but one member managed to...

Sabrina Mahfouz's first play collection brings together a diverse range of works for the stage. This unique mix includes an Off West End Award-winning play, a Fringe First award-winner, and a Sky...

Horses Never Lie: The Heart of Passive Leadership by Mark RashidRenowned trainer Mark Rashid introduces his revolutionary approach to training horses, one that emphasizes balance and sensitivity. By...

Descent into Chaos: The U.S. and the Disaster in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Central Asia by Ahmed Rashid. A critical analysis of America's experience in Afghanistan, this book explores the rise of...

Twelve-year-old Salman Shasha lives in Baghdad with his family, who are Iraqi Jews facing increasing danger from their government. In 1951, they are forced to leave Iraq for Israel, the "Promised...

Learn how to build strong relationships with horses and yourself from internationally acclaimed horseman Mark Rashid. In "Life Lessons from a Ranch Horse", he shares his experiences with Buck, a...

The sleepy village of Bani Rashid is about to become the centre of attention. An explorer from Europe has taken an interest in Jamal's home town, and he's determined to make a good impression. But as...

The Iron Cage: A History of the Palestinian Struggle for Statehood by Rashid Khalidi Understanding the roots of the longest-running conflict in the Middle East is crucial for restoring hope to the...

The Iron Cage: The Story of the Palestinian Struggle for Statehood by Rashid Khalidi A comprehensive and insightful history of the Palestinian struggle for statehood, The Iron Cage examines the roots...

A Fatal Game by Nicholas Searle is a gripping spy thriller that delves into the complexities of betrayal and espionage. When a bomb explodes at a busy railway station, Jake Winter, a British...

Clear-eyed and illuminating insights into the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are offered in this superbly researched history. David Rundell, one of America's foremost experts on Saudi Arabia, draws...

Sean Dillon faces his toughest mission yet in this gripping thriller. When Paul Rashid, leader of the Rashid Bedouin, discovers an international conspiracy to deprive his family of their rightful oil...

The Jaguar Smile: A Nicaraguan Journey by Salman Rushdie In 1986, Salman Rushdie embarked on a journey to Nicaragua, a country in the midst of revolution. What he discovered was a land of complex...

Salman Rushdie's epic novel tells the story of Zogoiby, the last in line of a crooked and fantastical dynasty of spice merchants and crime lords. As he travels from India to Spain, Zogoiby spins a...

The Wizard of Oz by Salman Rushdie For Salman Rushdie, The Wizard of Oz was more than just a beloved children's classic - it was a source of inspiration that shaped his own writing. In this unique...

Taliban: The Power of Militant Islam in Afghanistan and Beyond by Ahmed Rashid is a thought-provoking account of one of the world's most extreme organisations. First published in 2001, this...

The world is turning to ice. Empress Lyra's empire is in chaos after her husband's death and her army's defeat. Her only hope lies in forbidden magic, but at what cost? As the winter closes in,...

The One World Schoolhouse: Education Reimagined by Salman Khan Salman Khan's vision for education is simple yet radical: to make learning accessible and engaging for anyone, anywhere. This free,...

Home by Salman Rushdie A collection of short stories exploring what it means to belong and find one's place in the world. Through his characteristic blend of insight, passion and humour, Rushdie...

Postmodernism: A Very Short Introduction by Christopher Butler explores the key ideas and concepts of postmodern thought. This concise guide delves into the world of art, literature, film,...

Salman Akhtar's Good Stuff explores the positive attributes and actions that enrich human experience. Divided into two main parts, the book addresses the relational scenarios that contribute to...

Bland Fanatics: Liberals, Race and EmpirePankaj Mishra examines the current crisis in Western politics, tracing its roots to decades of violence and chaos. He confronts the arguments of influential...

In the City by the Sea is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of life in Pakistan under an oppressive military regime. Set against the backdrop of a young boy's...

The Paris Review Interviews by Philip Gourevitch A collection of invaluable conversations with some of the world's leading writers, offering unique insights into their lives and work. This new volume...

Rashid and his twin sister Iman are caught in the midst of occupation, religious fundamentalism and division. As they try to forge their own paths, they uncover family secrets and face unexpected...

This collection of 111 pithy 'proto-essays' offers a unique perspective on various subjects, including mental health, humor, death, animals, and more. Salman Akhtar's meditations are both wise and...

Spanning ten years of intellectual exploration, this collection of essays, speeches, and opinion pieces showcases Salman Rushdie's unique voice and perspective.From his thoughts on soccer to his...

Tolkien's Gown by R. A. Gekoski is an engaging exploration of twenty great works of modern literature as both texts and objects. The book delves into the world of rare books, discussing their...

Hannah and the Ramadan Gift by Qasim Rashid is a heartwarming picture book that celebrates the spirit of kindness and generosity during the month of Ramadan. It's the first day of Ramadan, and Hannah...

Salman Rushdie's Languages of Truth is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explore the power of storytelling and its connection to human experience.In this insightful work, Rushdie delves...

The Thirty Before Thirty List by Tasneem Abdur-Rashid is a heartwarming and relatable novel about a woman's journey to find herself and love in unexpected places.After a chance encounter on the...

Rashid Khalidi explores the complex and evolving nature of Palestinian identity in this thought-provoking study. From the late Ottoman period to the early 20th century, Khalidi examines how competing...

Bruno Schulz's Collected Stories is a comprehensive and authoritative new translation of the complete fiction of the renowned author. Set largely in a fictional counterpart of his hometown, Schulz's...

Positive Psychotherapy Workbook by Tayyab Rashid and Martin E. P. Seligman offers a fresh approach to psychotherapy, focusing on what enables us to flourish. This workbook explains the principles of...

Postcolonial Literature provides an in-depth analysis of criticism from major regions of the postcolonial world. This guide explores key themes and concepts essential to understanding postcolonial...

Sean Dillon's latest mission begins with a routine passport check at Heathrow airport. However, the events that follow will be as bloody as any he has ever known.A distraught man, Caspar Rashid, begs...

Short Takes presents over seventy-five writers whose range and style demonstrate the myriad ways we humans have of telling our truths. From musings about parents and childhood to reflections on...

Stranger Shores Literary Essays, 1986-1999 by J. M. Coetzee explores the world of literature through thought-provoking essays on authors such as Daniel Defoe and Dostoevsky, alongside contemporary...

The Expeditions: An Early Biography of Muḥammad This 8th-century biography is one of the oldest surviving accounts of Prophet Muḥammad's life and early career. Written by Maʿmar ibn Rāshid, a...

The Einstein Prophecy by Robert Masello In 1944, war rages across Europe as young army lieutenant Lucas Athan uncovers a mysterious sarcophagus in an Egyptian tomb. Shipped to Princeton University...

This collection of 40 biographies presents the lives and achievements of prominent scholars from the Ahl-e Hadith movement in the Indian Subcontinent. Translated by AbdurRasheed Iraqee, with...

Amitava Kumar's Lunch with a Bigot is a collection of essays that explore the world through the lens of writing. The book weaves together memoir, reportage, and criticism to create a nuanced portrait...

Grimus is a novel by Salman Rushdie that tells the story of Flapping Eagle, an Axona Indian who drinks an elixir and becomes immortal. After 777 years at sea, he sets out to find Calf Island, where...

Salman Rushdie's Imaginary Homelands is an important record of one writer's intellectual and personal journey. This collection of seventy essays covers a wide range of subjects, from literature and...

Read Dangerously: The Subversive Power of Literature in Troubled TimesA guide to the power of literature in turbulent times, this book offers a resistance reading list and explores how literature can...

Joel C. Rosenberg's latest book offers a gripping and comprehensive look at the rapidly shifting political landscape in Israel and the Arab/Muslim world.The author, based in Jerusalem, skillfully...

Twelve-year-old Luka's life is turned upside down when his beloved storyteller father falls gravely ill. With the help of two loyal companions - a singing bear and a dancing dog - Luka embarks on a...

The Expeditions: A Biography of Prophet Muḥammad. Translated into readable English for the first time, this 8th-century biography offers a unique insight into the life and career of the Prophet...

The Singularity has been with us all along. In this thought-provoking book, Mohamed Rashid Abdullahi Osoble explores the intersection of philosophy, religion, and science to challenge our...

Discover how to see the world anew through the art of floral design. Lindsey Taylor's unique approach combines stunning arrangements with inspiration from works by artists across mediums and styles,...

The Abbasid House of Wisdom Between Myth and Reality by Ekmeleddin İhsanoğlu This book examines the library of the Abbasid caliphs, known as "The House of Wisdom", exploring how it has been...

The Emperor and the Elephant: A New History of Christian-Muslim Relations in the Carolingian Period In 802, an extraordinary event took place at the court of Charlemagne's palace in Aachen. An...

Offline: Free Your Mind from Smartphone and Social Media Stress Imran Rashid and Soren Kenner's provocative work reveals the "mind hacks" used by tech giants to keep you hooked. This research-based...

Shame is a phantasmagoric epic that explores the complexities of public life and historical imperatives. In this novel, Salman Rushdie weaves a pitch-black comedy that delves into the consequences of...

The Satanic Verses sparked a global outcry in 1989, its author Salman Rushdie facing death threats and violence. Thirty years on, Kenan Malik examines how this event shaped international debates on...

The 1980s saw a seismic shift in British literature. Over eight years, a new generation of writers revolutionized the literary novel, pushing boundaries and challenging established norms. This was an...

Fury: A Novel by Salman Rushdie In the summer of 2000, New York was a city living at breakneck speed, its decadence and turmoil palpable. For Malik Solanka, a man with a life of exits, the city's...

Salman Rushdie's Imaginary Homelands is a collection of essays that showcase his remarkable imaginative and observational powers. Drawing from two political and literary homelands, Rushdie examines a...

Textbook on Land Law by Aruna Nair provides a practical and innovative approach to understanding land law. This trusted textbook features a running case study that illustrates how the law works in...

Mylène Farmer: A Cultural Phenomenon After 27 years as a dominant force in French pop, Mylène Farmer has become a legend in her own lifetime. This book revisits her career, taking in themes of sex,...

Salman Rushdie's memoir of survival and the power of love to heal is a moving and life-affirming account of a traumatic event and its aftermath. On the morning of 12 August 2022, Rushdie was attacked...

East, West by Salman Rushdie A dazzling collection of short stories that explores the allure and confusion of cultures colliding. In this brilliant book, fantasy and reality blend as a rickshaw...

Rudolf Steiner and Peter Deunov were two influential spiritual teachers who emerged in Europe at the beginning of the twentieth century. Their teachings emphasized the importance of cultivating...

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reflects on his first fifty years in public service, sharing stories of vision, drive and determination that have shaped Dubai's growth into an international...

Shuklaji Street in Old Bombay is a place where the air is thick with opium smoke. In Rashid's room, a beautiful young woman holds a long-stemmed pipe over a flame, her dark hair falling across her...

A sleepy little town is plagued by an endless rain that seems to have become inextricably linked with its memories. As the water cycle washes away recollections, the town's residents struggle to hold...

Salman Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories is a fantastical tale set in an exotic eastern landscape, inhabited by magicians and talking animals. In this imaginative world, a young hero embarks on...

Salman Khan explores the impact of artificial intelligence on education in this thought-provoking book, Brave New Words. A pioneer in education technology, Khan examines the potential of cutting-edge...

Shalimar the Clown A Novel by Salman Rushdie is a novel that weaves together the lives of several individuals across continents. In Kashmir, a legendary tightrope walker named Shalimar was once...

Salman Rushdie's Midnight's Children is a rich and complex narrative that explores the history of India since independence through the eyes of its characters, born at the moment of freedom. This...

Living Histories: Queer Views and Old Masters presents a fresh perspective on iconic paintings from The Frick Collection. Four New York-based artists have created new works in response to celebrated...

The rise of Saudi Arabia and the UAE as global powers has been marked by significant changes in their statecraft and authority structures. Two key figures, Muhammad bin Salman Al-Saud and Muhammad...

Literature in the Modern World offers a unique perspective on literary study from the 1920s to the present day. This collection brings together British, European, American and Post-Colonial voices to...

A dazzling modern retelling of the story, Quichotte is a quest for love and family that spans America. Inspired by Don Quixote, Sam DuChamp creates his own hero, Quichotte, a courtly salesman...

The Penguin Book of Migration Literature brings together a diverse selection of works that explore the complexities of migration and its impact on individuals and communities. Spanning three...

Betrayal is a pervasive experience that underlies many forms of psychic trauma. This book explores the complex and multifaceted nature of betrayal, examining its developmental, literary, and clinical...

Gaza Unsilenced is a powerful collection of voices from the Gaza Strip, recorded during and after the 2014 Israeli assault. The book brings together essays, reportage, images, and poetry from Gaza...

The Golden Horsemen of Baghdad by Saviour Pirotta is a thrilling adventure story set in the Islamic Golden Age. Thirteen-year-old Jabir is on a mission to save his family from homelessness, but after...