A brilliant new translation of the landmark poetry collection by “the most eloquent spokesman and explorer of Arabic modernity” (Edward Said)Written in the early 1960s, Songs of Mihyar the Damascene is widely considered to be the apex of the modernist poetry movement in the Arab world, a radical departure from the rigid formal structures that had dominated Arabic poetry until the 1950s. Drawing not only on Western influences, such as T.S. Eliot and Nietzsc...

Heralded as the greatest living Arab poet, Syrian-born Adonis is also a staunch critic of violence and despotism in the Islamic world. In this book, he explores the nature of political power in Islam by focusing on the figure of the prophet Mohammed as both a political and a mythical leader. In conversation with Houria Abdelouahed, Adonis examines the Qur’anic intervention in establishing the prophet’s power, especially when the text is read based on faith and not reason. The authors discu...

Poetry is the quintessence of Arab culture. In this book, one of the foremost Arab poets reinterprets a rich and ancient heritage. He examines the oral tradition of pre-Islamic Arabian poetry, as well as the relationship between Arabic poetry and the Qur'an, and between poetry and thought. Adonis also assesses the challenges of modernism and the impact of western culture on the Arab poetic tradition. Stimulating in their originality, eloquent in their treatment of a wide range of poetry an...

Adonis� influence on Arabic literature has been likened to that of T. S. Eliot in the English-speaking world. Yet alongside this spearheading of a modernist literary revolution, the secular Syrian-born poet is also renowned for his persistent and staunch attacks on despotism across the Arab world.In these conversations with the psychoanalyst Houria Abdelouahed, Adonis brings into sharp relief the latest wave of violence and war to engulf Arabic countries, tracing the cause of ongoi...

Discover the bold secrets to Israel’s incredible track record of success in this new guide that will help make any startup unstoppable.More than half of all startups fail - often during the crucial early stages of development when they need to prove their viability on a limited budget. However, when it comes to startup success, one country stands out: Israel.Even though it is a relatively small country, Israel has one of the highest concentrations of startu...

The Marine Sergeant made famous in FULL METAL JACKETGrowing up, Ermey was known as a mischievous teenager. This behavior continued to progress as he got further into his teenage years. He was frequently in trouble with the law, arrested twice by the time he had turned 17. He was charged with criminal mischief both times, and the judge then gave him an ultimatum -- Go to jail or join the military. He was allowed to choose which branch.This was the start of Ermey's dedicated 1...

In a world where dating comes with many different emotions, methods, and opinions, it also comes with choices, decisions, and goals, which are all under your control. Social media and television have turned dating into a highly sexualized and overly complicated activity—a game of numbers. But it doesn't have to be. When Adonis and Heather Lenzy met, they had no idea their journey would later serve as a roadmap for others. Adonis is a pastor and speaker, and Heather is a forensic scientist....

Six years ago, Kamen Itenu was made the Regent of the Sunjaa nation, ruling for a boy-king, and thus became the most powerful man in all the west. But Kamen is not just the Regent. He is also a man who has lost his first love, and he has never expected his heart to kindle again.Ajalira is a woman trapped, one who, for honor's sake, sold herself to the Red Lotus Guild to be made into a courtesan and assassin. When war sends the Regent to the Guild, Ajalira's honor kindles Kamen's br...

How can you love the mountain and the river, the very air and the deep fires that move through the secret places of the world? That's Kassius's problem, for he is in a love affair with a mighty elemental being who also happens to be his Emperor and best friend. But when his lover must take Rakel as his bride for political purposes, will Kassius be left out? Will he no longer feel the kiss that burns like ice?

Are you looking for a romantic date at home – that feels like you’re in the middle of Paris (The City of Love)?If so this is the book for you…If you want to really impress someone and show them how you care, Midnight in Paris will make sure this isn’t just another boring "dinner and a movie" date; you’ll have an event that will have your partner excited, intrigued, and wanting more.The Scenario proposed in this book works regardless of your age, gender, or financial...

Statesman, pre-eminent leader and founder of the free world's then largest and most formidable trade union, Ernest Bevin was one of the most rousing figures of the twentieth century. Minister of Labour in the wartime coalition during the Second World War, he was Churchill's right-hand man, masterminding the home front while the war supremo commanded the battle front. Afterwards, he was Foreign Secretary at one of the most critical moments in international history, responsible for keeping S...

Dennis E. Adonis is probably one of the most successful authors in modern Caribbean literature. But at the same time, he is possibly the most reputation roasted and most ridiculed author in the local press. But despite his targeted character degradation by the local media; the coveted scale of his literary success has always caused us to wonder how he was (or still is) able to virtually overcome it all. In this crisis handbook, he decided to share his amazing reputation-repairing blueprint...