Colour of Paradise
Title | Colour of Paradise PDF eBook |
Author | Kris E. Lane |
Publisher | Yale University Press |
Pages | 299 |
Release | 2010-03-30 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 030016470X |
Among the magnificent gems and jewels left behind by the great Islamic empires, emeralds stand out for their size and prominence. For the Mughals, Ottomans, and Safavids green was—as it remains for all Muslims—the color of Paradise, reserved for the Prophet Muhammad and his descendants. Tapping a wide range of sources, Kris Lane traces the complex web of global trading networks that funneled emeralds from backland South America to populous Asian capitals between the sixteenth and the eighteenth centuries. Lane reveals the bloody conquest wars and forced labor regimes that accompanied their production. It is a story of trade, but also of transformations—how members of profoundly different societies at opposite ends of the globe assigned value to a few thousand pounds of imperfectly shiny green rocks.
Zendoodle Coloring Presents Fairies in Dreamland
Title | Zendoodle Coloring Presents Fairies in Dreamland PDF eBook |
Author | Denyse Klette |
Publisher | Castle Point Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2016-09-13 |
Genre | Games & Activities |
ISBN | 9781250108838 |
A wistful exploration of fine art of coloring, this gorgeous book of illustrations offers sophisticated coloring projects that help you relax, restore, and reclaim your day. Amidst the pages of luscious designs, you’ll find fairies in dreamy landscapes and intricate, soothing patterns that will inspire beauty and tranquility. Each peaceful, romantic design comes printed on luxury paper. Find yourself lost in the whimsical patterns of Fairies in Dreamland and color some serenity into your world.
A Portable Paradise
Title | A Portable Paradise PDF eBook |
Author | Roger Robinson |
Publisher | Peepal Tree Press |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2019 |
Genre | POETRY |
ISBN | 9781845234331 |
This collection's title points to the underlying philosophy expressed in these poems: that earthly joy is, or ought to be, just within, but is often beyond our reach, denied by racism, misogyny, physical cruelty and those with the class power to deny others their share of worldly goods and pleasures.
Keep Calm and Color -- Birds of Paradise Coloring Book
Title | Keep Calm and Color -- Birds of Paradise Coloring Book PDF eBook |
Author | Marica Zottino |
Publisher | Courier Dover Publications |
Pages | 67 |
Release | 2016-06-20 |
Genre | Design |
ISBN | 0486804658 |
Enjoy a relaxing flight to a coloring wonderland where every bird is decked in fine feathers. Whimsical drawings of parrots, peacocks, and other birds offer a splendid array of detailed patterns to color.
The Spitfire Grill
Title | The Spitfire Grill PDF eBook |
Author | James Valcq |
Publisher | Samuel French, Inc. |
Pages | 84 |
Release | 2002 |
Genre | Drama |
ISBN | 9780573629303 |
It all starts with the release of fidgety, suspicious Percy Talbott from state prison after serving a five-year sentence. We don't know why, only that she's released and on her way to Gilead and its "colors of paradise." But when she arrives it is February and bitter cold, and the only one around to meet her is restless Sheriff Joe Turner, who takes her to the Spitfire Grill to help the aging Hannah Ferguson run the diner. All is gray, dismal and listless around them, and the characters are in the "winter of their lives" emotionally and spiritually.
Shii Islam in Iranian Cinema
Title | Shii Islam in Iranian Cinema PDF eBook |
Author | Nacim Pak-Shiraz |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Pages | 257 |
Release | 1999-07-01 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0857720503 |
In recent years there has been a remarkable surge in Iranian films expressing contentious issues which would otherwise be very difficult to discuss publicly inside the Islamic Republic of Iran - such as the role of clergy in Iranian society. Nacim Pak-Shiraz here highlights how many Iranian film directors concern themselves with the content of the religious and historical narratives of culture and society, sparking debate about the medium's compatibility or incongruity with religion and spirituality. She explores the various ways that Shi'i discourse emerges on screen, and offers groundbreaking insights into both the role of film in Iranian culture and society, and how it has become a medium for exploring what it means to be Iranian and Muslim after thirty years of Islamic rule. This is invaluable reading students and scholars of Film Studies and contemporary Iranian cinema, but also of the culture and identity of Iran more widely.
Flowerscape
Title | Flowerscape PDF eBook |
Author | Maggie Enterrios |
Publisher | Page Street Publishing |
Pages | 96 |
Release | 2021-03-23 |
Genre | Games & Activities |
ISBN | 9781645672166 |
In this immersive new coloring book, Maggie Enterrios, whose stunning illustrations inspire on Instagram and beyond, gives readers the opportunity to interact with her artwork first-hand and connect with their own creativity. Bold florals pop on every page and leave plenty of room for color, while intricate details keep things interesting. These designs go beyond simple florals, weaving in animals, shells and other natural elements for lush, unique scenes that provide a sense of discovery. It’s been proven that adult coloring books are the perfect way to de-stress, and Maggie’s compositions are specifically designed to delight, engage and provide a haven of relaxation during busy days. Perforated pages and high-quality watercolor paper make it easy to display and gift personalized artwork. Maggie’s stylish, imaginative pen and ink drawings will bring out everyone’s inner artist.