Aromatherapy is a method of treatment that involves using essential oils to promote physical & emotional well-being. It is an ancient discipline that has withstood the test of time. This book captures the essence of aroma therapy & explains how certain oils can be effectively used to treat physical ailments. Aroma therapy is a safe & natural method to restore the balance of the body & promote good health. ...

When the Aleppian Jewish community migrated from the ancient city of Aleppo in historic Syria & settled in New York & Latin American cities in the early 20th century it brought its rich cuisine & vibrant culture. Most Syrian recipes & traditions however were not written down & existed only in the minds of older generations. Poopa Dweck a first generation Syrian-Jewish American has devoted much of her life to preserving & celebrating her communitys centuries-old legacy. Dweck relates the history & culture of her community through its extraordinary cuisine offering more than 180 exciting ethnic recipes with tantalising photos & describing the unique customs that the Aleppian Jewish community observes during holidays & lifecycle events. Among the irresistible recipes are: Bazargan-Tangy Tamarind Bulgur Salad; Shurbat Addes-Hearty Red Lentil Soup with Garlic & Coriander; Kibbeh-Stuffed Syrian Meatballs with Ground Rice; Samak b Batata-Baked Middle Eastern Whole Fish with Potatoes; Sambousak-Buttery Cheese-Filled Sesame Pastries; Eras bi Ajweh-Date-Filled Crescents; & Chai Nana-Refreshing Mint Tea. Like mainstream Middle Eastern cuisines Aleppian Jewish dishes are alive with flavour & healthful ingredients-featuring whole grains vegetables legumes & olive oil-but with their own distinct cultural influences. In Aromas of Aleppo" cooks will discover the best of Poopa Dwecks recipes which gracefully combine Mediterranean & Levantine influences & range from small delights (or maza) to daily meals & regal holiday feasts
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This is the most comprehensive encyclopaedia of aromatherapy available today with over 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions & 82 essential oils. It explains the properties of essential oils & the health conditions that benefit from them. There is also advice on hazardous oils. There are recipes & formulae for baths creams & tonics. All the entries are comprehensive fluently written & provide an easy-to-understand introduction to a wide range of topics. ' The simple fact that the a-z has sold over 300 000 copies worldwide since it was first published speaks for itself. It has earned & kept its place amongst the handful of indispensable reference books on aromatherapy.. .this book has been justly subtitled 'the aromatherapist's Bible'
- Aromatherapy Quarterly '...one of the most thoroughly researched books written on aromatherapy'
- The International Journal of Aromatherapy

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Every mother-to-be approaches pregnancy differently; some are excited & positive in their outlook while others feel apprehensive stressed & worried. One of the most popular forms of complementary treatment aromatherapy is an ideal way to help you through the stresses strains & discomforts of pregnancy birth & into the first six months of motherhood. Fully updated Aromatherapy & Massage for Mother & Baby shows you how to choose & use the fragrant gentle essential oils. It shows you how the recipes made up simply & safely at home can alleviate the discomforts of pregnancy labour & the postnatal period as well as problems with your baby such as nappy rash & teething. In addition it provides clear instructions on how to treat yourself & your baby to soothing massage. Comprehensive & easy-to-follow with an A-Z reference guide to essential oils Aromatherapy & Massage for Mother & Baby ensures a happier healthier more relaxed pregnancy & motherhood. ...

This comprehensive introduction to aromatherapy explains how to choose & use essential oils for health beauty & well-being. It contains everything you need to know about the subject including skin-care treatments massage techniques how to create perfumes to suit different moods simple remedies for common ailments & meditations for relaxation. It also provides a directory of 68 common & exotic essential oils with each entry describing the characteristics of that oil listing its main therapeutic properties & warning about any potential contraindications. ...

To understand India you have to see it hear it breathe it & feel it. Living through the good the bad & the ugly is the only way to know where you fit in & where India fits into you. In 1991 Monisha & her family uprooted from Sheffield to Madras in the hope of making India their home again. But fed up with soap-eating rats severed human heads paying bribes & the creepy colonel across the road they soon returned to England determined never to go back again. But twenty years later Monisha takes a page out of Jules Verne's classic tale turns to a map of the Indian railways & embarks on an adventure around India in 80 trains connecting 80 cities covering 40 000km
- the circumference of the Earth. The Indian railways carry over twenty million passengers every day ploughing through cities crawling past villages climbing up mountains & skimming along coasts. India Version 2.0 is now up & running & Monisha hopes that 80 train journeys up down & across India (including the world's second longest train journey) will lift the veil on a country that has become a stranger. As one of the largest civilian employers in the world featuring luxury trains toy trains Mumbai's infamous commuter trains & even a hospital on wheels Monisha discovers that the railways have more than a few stories to tell not to mention an amazing cast of characters. & with a self-confessed 'militant devout atheist' in tow her personal journey around a country built on religion isn't quite what she bargained for -
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In the last nine years Riaan Manser has re-written the definition of tenacity & become the epitome of determination. Riaan rose to prominence when he became the first person to cycle around the entire perimeter of Africa. For over two years he pedalled a mammoth 37 000kms through 34 countries; some of which rank as the most dangerous places on Earth. It was a feat that earned him the title Adventurer of the Year 2006 & made his resulting book Around Africa on my Bicycle a best-seller. In July 2009 Riaan again set another world first when he became the first person to circumnavigate the worlds fourth largest island of Madagascar by kayak; another expedition achieved alone & unaided. This incredible journey 5000km in eleven months was considerably more demanding both physically & mentally. Daily Riaan had to conquer extreme loneliness while ploughing through treacherous conditions such as cyclones pounding surf & an unrelenting sun that combined with up to ten hours in salt water was literally pickling his body. The perseverance of course brought memorable close encounters with Madagascars marine life humpback whales breaching metres away from his kayak giant leatherback turtles gliding alongside him & even having his boat rammed by sharks. Riaan travelled around Madagascar during a period of the countrys political turmoil which gave him unrivalled insight into the exotic islands psyche & even earned him two nights in prison on suspicion of carrying out mercenary activities. This book is packed with engaging stories & beautiful photographs. ...

This fascinating collection of over 200 archive images traces some of the changes that have taken place in & around Middlesbrough during the last century as many old agricultural communities were swallowed up by the development of modern industry. Each picture is accompanied by a detailed caption bringing the past to life & describing many aspects of life in the area including work industry sport & local events providing a rare insight into a vanished way of life. Around Middlesbrough" will appeal to everyone with an interest in the history of the town & will also awaken memories of a bygone time for all who know this beautiful part of Clevel&." ...

Borders often require turning a corner shaping the edgings around a 90-degree angle without breaking the pattern. This is rarely simple; add too few stitches at a corner & the work rounds inward; too many stitches & the piece begins to ruffle awkwardly. Unfortunately most published edging patterns fail to include specific instructions for turning the corner leaving crafters to fend for themselves. Edie Eckman comes to the rescue in Around-the-Corner Crochet Borders" a collection of 150 colorful crochet frames each with detailed instructions for working around a corner. Instructions are offered both as text & as charts for working in-the-round; back-&-forth charts are also included for when that method is more appropriate. Photographs of finished borders each turning a 90-degree corner allow readers to see the details up close. Borders range from the delicate to the flamboyant & are sure to appeal to a new generation of trend-setting crafters. Offering practical solutions to one of needlecrafts most vexing challenges " Around-the-Corner Crochet Borders" is an essential addition to every crocheters reference library. With this book marvelous crochet borders are just around the corner." ...

Using a wealth of previously unpublished postcards & photographs Peter Treloar takes the reader on a fascinating journey around the Cornish coast of yesteryear. Whilst the scenery which is well covered has remained the same the people forms of transport town centres & fashions have changed. This unique collection depicts many of those dramatic changes that have taken place during the past century. From Morwenstown in the north to Torpoint in the south this Cornish tour traces the history of the coastal towns it encompasses the evolution of the fishing & shipping industries & that of the railways which put these beautiful towns on the tourist route. This book will appeal to maritime enthusiasts & all those who wish to know more about the history of the coastal settlements. It is sure to evoke nostalgic memories for those who remember Cornwall over many years whilst giving insight into the past for those visiting the area. ...