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Adéwálé Májà-Pearce

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Verso's Southern Questions

In this groundbreaking work, the essayist and critic Adewale Maja-Pearce delivers a mordant verdict on Nigeria's crisis of democracy. A mosaic of ethnic and religious groups, the most populous country in Africa was fabricated by British colonizers at the turn of the twentieth century. In the years since its independence in 1960, Nigeria spent an unbroken quarter century as a military dictatorship. Yet the blessings of today's democracy are unclear to many, especially among the more than ha...

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Maja Karlsson

Dive into a world of warmth, comfort and style with Cardigans, a beautiful book bursting with inspiration that invites seasoned knitters and beginners alike to construct perfect cardigans from a selection of 20 projects.Dreaming of a stylish summer cardigan? Or snuggling into a plush winter cardigan as cosy as a warm hug? The stunning images in this book will guide you to these projects, and many more besides. Divided into seasons, there are gorgeous, comf...

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Maja Lunde

Translated by

Diane Oatley

From the author of the number-one international bestseller The History of Bees, a captivating story of the power of nature and the human spirit that explores the threat of a devastating worldwide drought, witnessed through the lives of a father, a daughter, and a woman who will risk her life to save the future.In 2019, seventy-year-old Signe sets sail alone on a hazardous voyage across the ocean in a sailboat. On board, a cargo that can change lives. Signe...

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Michael Katz Krefeld

Translated by

Sinéad Quirke Køngerskov

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A Maja Holm Thriller

From Danish crime master Michael Katz Krefeld comes a gripping Nordic noir.In the eye of the storm, truth is her only anchor...Dr Maja Holm seeks solace in a desolate Norwegian coastal town, fleeing a turbulent past. But as her gruelling work hours and self-medication take their toll, she teeters on the edge.When a patient's mysterious death raises suspicions, Maja's intuition sparks a daring alliance with local TV journalist Stig Norland. Together, they plunge into...

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Maja Haderlap

Translated by

Tess Lewis

Haderlap is an accomplished poet, and that lyricism leaves clear traces on this ravishing debut, which won the prestigious Bachmann Prize in 2011. The descriptions are sensual, and the unusual similes and metaphors occasionally change perspective unexpectedly. Angel of Oblivion deals with harrowing subjects - murder, torture, persecution and discrimination of an ethnic minority - in intricate and lyrical prose.The novel tells the story of a family from the Slovenian minori...

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Maja Lunde

Translated by

Diane Oatley

Translated into 40 languages, winner of the Norwegian Bookseller’s Prize, and the most successful Norwegian author of her generation, Maja Lunde returns with a heart-wrenching tale, set in the distant past and the dystopian future, about extinction and survival, family and hope.Mikhail lives in Russia in 1881. When a skeleton of a rare wild horse is brought to him, the zoologist plans an expedition to Mongolia to find the fabled Przewalski horse, a journey that tes...

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Maja Djikic

**Awarded the Gold IBPA Book Award in the Psychology category.Sometimes success isn't enough—discover how to achieve lasting, whole-life fulfillment through a simple five-stage plan that corresponds with the five key parts of ourselves.**We're often told that the key to success in life involves advancing in our careers, so why do feel stuck and unfulfilled when everything seems to be going right?Adult development expert Maja Djikic explains that in order to discover...

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Kama Fight

Maja and Ebba, two working class women in a small town in Oklahoma suffer from a rare muscle wasting disease. The two giant women meet each other at Dr. Reagan's clinic. The doctor introduces the two women to a special partner therapy that involves wrestling and pitting their large fleshy bodies against each other in various states of undress. Both Maja and Ebba are single and soon the two women find themselves locked in an intense and competitive relationship of a distinctly sexual nature...

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Louise Gooding

Death is a subject we often shy away from, but it's a natural part of life, and one that has sparked countless stories, rituals and traditions throughout human history. From the ancient gods of death and the colourful celebrations of Día de Los Muertos to Victorian mourning customs and the modern-day eco-friendly ways to say goodbye, this book explores the many ways cultures have understood, marked and honoured death.This gorgeously illustrated book is perfect for curious young rea...

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Maja Berlic

In a world grappling with rising childhood obesity and poor eating habits, Small Bites stands as a beacon of hope for parents.Early eating habits, formed during the critical preschool years, are the foundation for lifelong health. But with busy schedules, conflicting advice, and strong food marketing aimed at children, many parents feel unsure of where to start.In Small Bites, nutritionist Maja Berlic offers a unique combination of storyte...

As digital technologies become increasingly embedded in every aspect of daily life, the intersection of digitalization and society raises urgent questions about the protection and evolution of human rights. From data privacy to algorithmic bias and digital access, the digital age presents both new opportunities and significant challenges for upholding fundamental rights. Digital tools and systems impact human rights across diverse social and cultural contexts, exploring the responsibilitie...

Exploring and challenging the academic lifework of Professor Joachim Schlör, this book provides a window into current developments and debates in Jewish cultural studies. Reflecting on Schlör's biographical and from-below approach, this Festschrift considers how the ordinary and everyday remains essential for historical analysis of the human experience of modernity, forced migration, and the loss of a homeland, offering a vital synopsis of new research in urban and Jewish ...