Women have consistently been left out of the official writing of Lebanese history, and nowhere is this more obvious than in writing on the Lebanese Civil War. As more and more histories of the war begin to circulate, few include any in-depth discussion of the multiple roles women played in wartime Lebanon. Fewer still address the essential issues of women’s work and their creative production, such as literature, performance art, and filmmaking.Developed out of a larger oral history...

From Frugality to Freedom: Launch Your Concierge Business with Zero CapitalDo you dream of financial independence but hesitate to tap into your savings? This book is your roadmap to building a thriving concierge business – entirely from the ground up and without breaking the bank.In "From Frugality to Freedom," you'll discover:Zero-Capital Startup Strategies: Leverage your existing skills and resources to launch your concierge business without hefty upfront investme...

Discover the ultimate guide to staying fit from the comfort of your home, no matter your age or fitness level. "How to Be Fit at Home" offers a practical, step-by-step approach to building strength, improving flexibility, enhancing endurance, and boosting mental well-being—all without the need for expensive gym memberships or equipment.This book is perfect for beginners and experienced fitness enthusiasts alike. It covers essential topics such as setting realistic goals, debunking ...

Loosen up tight muscles and stiff joints with more than 100 stretches designed to keep you flexible, energized, and pain-free.As home working becomes the new normal, we are all at risk of seizing up, losing muscle functionality, and developing aches and pains from increased sedentary living. Yet with a regular program of varied stretch workouts, everyone can reach and maintain their maximum mobility.Look no further than Science of Stretch for a com...

The first collection of its kind, this anthology by members of the Mohawk Warrior Society uncovers a hidden history and paints a bold portrait of the spectacular experience of Kanien'kehá:ka survival and self-defense. Providing extensive documentation, context, and analysis, the book features foundational writings by prolific visual artist and polemicist Karoniaktajeh Louis Hall (1918–1993)—such as his landmark 1979 pamphlet, The Warrior's Handbook, as well as sel...

For centuries, the Roman Catholic Church has claimed to represent the authority of Christ on earth.But what if the institution that claims to guard the gospel slowly replaced it with something else?Based on historical records, biblical texts, early church writings, and documented sources, The Devil in the Holy City investigates the rise of Vatican authority and compares Catholic doctrine with the message of the New Testament.Drawing from Scripture, concilia...

Sewing can be as easy as 1-2-3 with this helpful building-block approach—includes thirty-three projects!In this creative teaching book, craft blogger Ellen Luckett Baker offers a wholly unique approach to sewing: She presents projects in groups of three, each building on the techniques used in the project before. Baker shows, for example, how to sew a glasses case, then build on those skills to create a zippered pouch, and from there, make a more advanced cosmetics ...

The creative flavor geniuses at Salt & Straw, the wildly successful small-batch ice cream brand, bring you the absolute best versions of classic American flavors . . . and zillions of ways to riff, twist, and spin them into outrageous new scoops.Known for his wildly inventive flavors, Tyler Malek, Salt & Straw’s cofounder, takes us on a deep dive into what makes ten iconic flavors such beloved classics—including vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, and more. Us...

Using a simple five-minute base recipe, you can make the “brilliant” (Andrew Zimmern), “astonishingly good” (Ruth Reichl) flavors of the innovative “ice cream gods” (Bon Appétit) Salt & Straw at home.NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE SEASON BY Eater • Delish • EpicuriousBased out of Portland, Oregon, Salt & Straw is the brainchild of two cousins, Tyler and Kim Malek, who had a vision but no recipes. They turned to the...

Smart city infrastructure and technologies make urban areas more efficient, sustainable, and livable, but their development comes with significant challenges. A major challenge is the integration of diverse systems and legacy infrastructure, which often requires investment and careful planning. Data privacy and cybersecurity are also concerns, as smart technologies rely heavily on the collection and analysis of large amounts of information. Ensuring equitable access to smart city benefits ...

Understanding how cross-cultural approaches are shaped within systems of care is essential to advancing equity in psychology, counseling, and social work. These approaches operate not only at the individual level but are also embedded within service delivery structures and broader institutional frameworks that influence access, quality, and outcomes. Across diverse cultural and social contexts, persistent disparities highlight the need for more integrated and evidence-based practices. Cros...

Conspicuously missing from narratives of the Lebanese Civil War are the stories of women who took part in daily social activism and political organizing during the tumultuous conflict. What the War Left Behind documents their stories, with eight women directly sharing their experiences of action and survival through the hardship of war.What the War Left Behind brings together oral histories of women from a range of political affiliations, socioeconomic classes, an...