In a world obsessed with relentless pursuit and fleeting achievements, 'Stillness Within: The Quiet Power of Patience and Gratitude' offers a profound counterpoint. This book delves into the transformative power of patience and gratitude, revealing how these often-overlooked virtues can serve as anchors amidst the chaos of the modern 'rat race.' Through a stream-of-consciousness narrative, the reader is invited to explore the depths of their own experiences, confronting th...

Amélie Laurent believes in control, careful decisions, and protecting her heart at all costs. Lucas Moreau believes in structure, logic, and agreements that leave no room for emotional chaos. When circumstances push them into an unusual arrangement, they sign a six-month relationship contract designed to solve their personal problems without risking real feelings.In the romantic streets of Paris, their partnership appears perfect — elegant dinners, public appearances, and convincin...

SynopsisLady Eleanor Whitmore has spent her life valuing independence over tradition, but when her family’s fortune collapses, she is forced into a marriage she never wanted. Bound by duty rather than desire, she becomes the bride of Duke Alexander Ravenscroft—a man known not for kindness, but for his cold precision and unyielding control.To the world, their union is perfect: a powerful duke securing his legacy and a noble lady restoring her family’s standi...

The Book of Z reconsiders mystical possibilities – above all, longing for divine union – found by poets within scriptural language. For a thousand years the story of Zulaykha – “the wife of Aziz” in the Qur’an – and her passion for Yusuf has been celebrated in classical and contemporary Persian and Urdu poetry, in Muslim folk traditions, and in Persian and Mughal miniature painting. At the same time, as the Biblical “wife of Potiphar” she has been just as indelibly cast as temptre...

Elena Hartwell is determined to prove herself at Hartwell Dynamics, a fast-paced corporate world where ambition rules and mistakes are unforgiving. Focused, professional, and fiercely independent, she never expected to be distracted by anything — or anyone.Adrian Cole, her team’s brilliant and charismatic leader, commands respect effortlessly. Calm, confident, and precise, he pushes his team to excellence — and he quickly notices Elena’s sharp mind and dedication. Together, they ta...

This publication offers the most wide-ranging examination to date of an intriguing country, one that is often misunderstood. It serves as a comprehensive reference for the growing field of Israel studies and is also a significant resource for students and scholars of comparative politics, recognizing that in many ways Israel is not unique but rather a test case of democracy in deeply divided societies and states engaged in intense conflict. The Oxford Handbook of Israeli Politics and S...

In today’s digital-first world, data is no longer merely a technical asset; it has become a strategic superpower. Driving Business Transformation with Modern Data and AI Strategies is a practical guide for forward-thinking leaders who want to make informed, confident decisions powered by data, analytics, and artificial intelligence. The book demystifies complex technologies and explains how to align data and AI initiatives with tangible business outcomes.Organisations that...

Fairytale Delights is the ultimate cookbook for anyone looking to add a touch of magic to their everyday meals. It is inspired by the vibrant and delicious cuisines of Italy and France, as well as global-inspired flavors that will take your taste buds on a journey. With simple, easy-to-follow recipes and stunning photographs, this cookbook is a must-have for both novice and experienced chefs.But this cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes - it's also a culinary journal,...

The world is about balancing. Yet, we often end up biased or extreme in our lives. How? We fail to balance between emotion and logic. Some are extremely emotional while others are too logical, which creates gap and tension between! This book simplifies how to balance between the two and be simply happy and content with life!

Combining language research with digital, multimodal, and critical literacy, this book uniquely positions issues of transcultural spaces and cosmopolitan identities across an array of contexts. Studies of everyday diasporic practices across places, spaces, and people’s stories provide authentic pictures of people living in and with diversity. Its distinctive contribution is a framework to relate observation and analysis of these flows to language development, communication, and meaning mak...

This book explores the ways in which transcultural pedagogies can support learning and literacies in critical, creative and socially just ways, highlighting research initiatives from across the globe. Each chapter provides a different and innovative perspective with respect to reimagining language and literacy pedagogies in conjunction with students’ diverse literacies and resources. Presenting a collection of classroom and community-based research, the book addresses the intersections of ...

The City That Is Leaving Forever is a unique twenty-first-century time capsule: an instant-message exchange between Kashmir and British Columbia spanning more than five years in the lives of two Muslim Kashmiri women poets. In 2016, as India’s military carries out extrajudicial killings and imposes a lengthy curfew in Srinagar, Kurd is forced to cancel her family trip to Kashmir. Syed and Kurd confide in each other as the weeks and months pass, working through drafts of new poems,...