The tenets of Islam cannot be grasped without a proper understanding of the Qur'an In this important new introduction Muhammad Haleem examines its recurrent themes
- life & eternity marriage & divorce peace & war water & nourishment
- & for the first time sets these in the context of the Qur'an's linguistic style Professor Haleem examines the background to the development of the surahs (chapters) & the ayahs (verses) & the construction of the Qur'an itself He shows that popular conceptions of Islamic attitudes to women marriage & divorce war & society differ radically from the true teachings of the Qur'an

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Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys & Men The Trauma of Sexual Abuse is an indispensable go-to book for understanding male sexual victimization It has become increasingly clear since the 1980s that men & boys like women & girls are sexually abused & assaulted in alarming numbers Yet there have been few resources available to victims their loved ones or those trying to help them Richard B Gartner was in the vanguard of clinicians treating male sexual victimization & has written extensively about it initially in professional papers then in his landmark 1999 book for clinicians Betrayed as Boys Psychodynamic Treatment of Sexually Abused Men continuing with his 2005 work Beyond Betrayal Taking Charge of Your Life after Boyhood Sexual Abuse He has been a tireless teacher clinician & advocate for male victims of sexual abuse in the classroom the lecture hall & of course the consulting room as well as in newspaper television radio & online interviews Dr Gartner has gathered together expert colleagues from the trauma psychoanalytic medical & survivor treatment fields Together they have created a comprehensive guide to what was once thought to be a rarity but now is clearly an all-too-common occurrence Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys & Men looks at the realities of male sexual victimization guiding clinicians & lay people alike to understand the complexities of the devastation it causes in victimized boys & men It considers topics as diverse as sexual assault in institutions like the military sports teams schools universities & religious organizations;sex trafficking of boys & adolescents;neurobiology & brain chemistry of male survivors of sexual abuse;gender & sexual dysfunctions & confusions resulting from sexual exploitation & trauma;physicians' treatment of sexually abused men's medical problems;socio-cultural influences on processing & treating men's & boys' sexual victimization Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys & Men is required reading for anyone working with male victims of sexual abuse & assault at any level
- psychotherapists rape counselors attorneys journalists guidance counselors physicians clergy graduate students & lawmakers
- & helpful to lay people interested in this often-unrecognized problem

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Understanding the Sociology of Health continues to offer an easy to read introduction to sociological theories essential to understanding the current health climate Up-to-date with key policy & research & including case studies & exercises to critically engage the reader this book shows how sociology can answer complex questions about health & illness such as why health inequalities exist To better help with your studies this book contains a global perspective with international examples; a new chapter on health technologies; online access to videos of the author discussing key topics as well as recommended further readings; a glossary chapter summaries & reflective questions to help you engage with the subject Though aimed primarily at students on health & social care courses & professions allied to medicine this textbook provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the social aspects of health ...

Understanding the Victorians paints a vivid portrait of this era of dramatic change combining broad survey with close analysis & introducing students to the critical debates taking place among historians today Encompassing all of Great Britain & Ireland over the whole of the Victorian period it gives prominence to social & cultural topics alongside politics & economics & emphasises class gender & racial & imperial positioning as constitutive of human relations This second edition is fully updated throughout containing a new chapter on leisure in the Victorian period the most recent historiographical research in Victorian Studies & enhanced coverage of imperialism & working-class life Starting with the Queen Caroline Affair in 1820 & coming up to the start of World War I in 1914 Susie L Steinbach uses thematic chapters to discuss & evaluate topics such as politics imperialism the economy class gender the monarchy arts & entertainment religion sexuality religion & science There are also three chapters on space consumption & the law topics rarely covered at this introductory level With a clear introduction outlining the key themes of the period a detailed timeline & suggestions for further reading & relevant internet resources this is the ideal companion for all students of the nineteenth century ...

Understanding Video Games is a crucial guide for newcomers to video game studies & experienced game scholars alike This revised & updated third edition of the pioneering text provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of game studies & highlights changes in the gaming industry advances in video game scholarship & recent trends in game design & development-including mobile casual educational & indie gaming In the third edition of this textbook students will Learn the major theories & schools of thought used to study games including ludology & narratology; Understand the commercial & organizational aspects of the game industry; Trace the history of games from the board games of ancient Egypt to the rise of mobile gaming; Explore the aesthetics of game design including rules graphics audio & time; Analyze the narrative strategies & genre approaches used in video games; Consider the debate surrounding the effects of violent video games & the impact of serious games Featuring discussion questions recommended games a glossary of key terms & an interactive online video game history timeline Understanding Video Games provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in examining the ways video games are reshaping entertainment & society ...

A jargon-free view of Waldorf education & its philosophy of a three-dimensional education Since their inception over 80 years ago Steiner-Waldorf schools have offered a much-needed model for educational reform The author provides a compelling clearly written picture of the key components of a Waldorf education focusing especially on child learning experiences that develop thought feeling & intentional purposeful activity Ideal for parents & teachers this book gives a common sense understanding of an education which answers modern needs in over one thousand schools across the world ...

The production of wine is described in detail from the creation of a vineyard through the production of grapes & their subsequent processing & quality control to the bottling of the finished wine It explains why the choice of land is important in establishing a new vineyard & how vines & soil interact & thus create the traditional links between region & grape variety The main part of the book is devoted to the incredibly complex series of operations that constitute the transformation of grape juice into wine All of this is done without recourse to the knowledge of advanced chemistry Chemical formulae & equations are kept to the basic minimum that is necessary to explain the changes that occur during these processes This third edition

Includes:: extended chapters on the production of the main categories of wine red pink white sparkling sweet & fortified This section of the book is of particular interest for those who are not studying for exams but are merely dedicated amateurs who want to know more about how their favourite wine is produced There is a chapter devoted to the faults & problems that can occur with wine giving an explanation of the causes & remedies for each With quality assurance playing a large role in modern food production this chapter has been extended to include a large section on Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) in the production of wine This process is poorly understood so the author has included a model HACCP system that can be applied to any winery in the world The chapter on European wine regulations has been brought up-to-date & the final chapter gives a brief but pertinent description of the correct way to taste wine thus enabling the drinker to get the maximum enjoyment from each bottle As Hugh Johnson states in the Foreword David's first edition has been my st&-by for years I have my Peynaud my Amerine & Joslyn my Michael Schuster for going deeper where necessary but it is always good to have Bird in the hand This third edition adds a valuable insight into the production of the principal styles of the wines of the world making it equally interesting for those who are simply lovers of wine & for those who are serious students of the Master of Wine examination The detailed explanation of the mysteries of Hazard Analysis make this book particularly useful for wineries that are faced with the problems of modern food safety legislation Essentially though it updates the second & makes it available once more to ease the pangs of students young & old Re-printed in 2012 & 2014

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Understanding Wood is the definitive reference on wood technology & is a keystone of every woodworker's library The first edition (1980) sold over 128000 copies this new edition updates the classic text with new information on new materials composite board adhesives & finishes which have been developed since the original edition There are also 225 brand new colour photographs! Up-to-date & Comprehensive revised & updated edition of a woodworking classic (Taunton Press 1980; 1-918804-05-1) which continues to sell thousands of copies a year to this day New four colour photography is clearer & more informative Comprehensive everything you know about wood & wood technology the nature of wood & its properties the basics of wookworking technology using the woodworker's raw materials ...

From the popular anime & manga series Black Butler comes Ciel the protagonist in an awesome Pop! Vinyl stylization! This Black Butler Ciel Pop Figure stands 375" tall & makes a great gift for collectors of all kinds When you see just how cool Ciel Phantomhive looks you&ll want to collect the rest in this line of Black Butler Pop! Vinyl figures from Funko! ...

From out of the shadows comes the latest addition to the SHFiguarts WWE line the ominous SHFiguarts Undertaker! Undertaker is meticulously realized in 6 inch scale with strategically placed joints for ultimate articulation Set

Includes:: his iconic hat interchangeable right hand jointed interchangeable hands (left & right) & interchangeable heads (x 3) Be sure to pick up SHFiguarts Kane coming out the same month so that you can make the Brothers of Destruction pose!14cm tall Detailed action figure Fully articulated
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