Raised a Muslim but increasingly outraged by her religions hostility towards women Ayaan Hirsi Ali has now become one of todays most talked-about admired & controversial political figures because of her desire to free women from an oppressive Muslim culture. Her bestselling collection of essays THE CAGED VIRGIN now available in English for the first time brings together some of her most passionate & compelling writing on a wide range of issues concerning Islam. Drawing on her own first-hand experience & cultural background she assesses the role of women in Islam both in practice & in theory; the rights of the individual; fanaticism; & Western policies towards immigrant communities. Provocative & compelling in equal measure THE CAGED VIRGIN is an important addition to the ongoing debate about the clash of civilizations & marks the debut of a writer & activist destined to be one of the key international figures of the early twenty-first century. ...

The bestselling series returns with an even deadlier challenge as a new enemy is revealed to be searching for The 39 Clues too... Amy & Dans race to save the hostages continues. Where will it lead them next? More titles available: CAHILLS VS VESPERS 1: THE MEDUSA PLOT (9780545298391) CAHILLS VS VESPERS 2: A KINGS RANSOM (9780545298407) & CAHILLS VS VESPERS 3: THE DEAD OF NIGHT (9780545298414). ...

The bestselling series returns with an even deadlier challenge as a new enemy is revealed to be searching for The 39 Clues too... Amy & Dan's race to save the hostages reaches its thrilling conclusion. Who will be victorious? The Cahills or the Vespers? More Library editions available: CAHILLS VS VESPERS 1: THE MEDUSA PLOT (9780545324090) CAHILLS VS VESPERS 2: A KING'S RANSOM (970545324106) CAHILLS VS VESPERS 3: THE DEAD OF NIGHT (9780545324120) CAHILLS VS VESPERS 4: SHATTERPROOF (9780545324137) & CAHILLS VS VESPERS 5 (9780545324151). ...

The official study text for the Level I Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) exam The Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation is the financial industry's first & only globally recognized program that prepares professionals to deal with the ever-growing field of alternative investments. The second edition of CAIA Level I: An Introduction to Core Topics in Alternative Investments contains comprehensive insights on the alternative investment issues a potential Level I candidate would need to know about as they prepare for the exam. The information found here will help you build a solid foundation in alternative investment markets--with coverage of everything from the characteristics of various strategies within each alternative asset class to portfolio management concepts central to alternative investments. Uses investment analytics to examine each alternative asset class Examines quantitative techniques used by investment professionals Addresses the unique attributes associated with the alternative investment space Offers an online study guide outlining learning objectives & keywords This book is a must-have resource for anyone contemplating taking the CAIA Level I exam. So if you're ready to take your first step toward the CAIA charter take the time to understand the insights offered here. ...

Genvieve Stonefields husband Angus is missing when she seeks William Monks help to find him. She is convinced that he has been murdered by his twin brother Caleb a shadowy figure who lives in the slums bordering the Thames & has always hated his respectable businessman brother. Although worried about Hester Latterlys health as she nurses victims of a typhoid outbreak in Limehouse & threatened by a personal scandal Monk is determined to bring one of the most bizarre cases he has ever encountered to its conclusion. ...

Globetrotter's The Best of Series" provides an attractive handy pocket guide to popular destinations. The book features well-presented to-the-point sections on the highlights of the city places of interest activities accommodation where to eat out entertainment & excursions. It features travel tips a general index & also a separate index for the places of interest. Each entry is cross referenced with the fold-out maps. The Highlights chapter features an introduction to each of the 20 featured highlights information on location contact details opening hours entry fees & tour details. The Sightseeing chapter features historic buildings galleries & museums parks & gardens with contact details opening hours & entry fees for each featured site. The Activities chapter features sports activities suggested routes for walking tours & organized tours while the Shopping chapter covers shops & markets. Accommodation

Includes:: listings by area & price category. Eating out covers the cuisine of the region as well as listings of suggested venues by area & price. Entertainment

Includes:: nightlife music theatre festivals casinos pubs & clubs & spectator sports. Excursions include transport options distance contact details & highlights. A Travel Tips section handles everything from transport & money to personal safety & etiquette."



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With a small population it is remarkable that so many people from the county of Caithness have had such a huge impact not only in Scotland but worldwide. The sheer hard work & determination of people from the county both past & present has guaranteed their place in history. From scientists explorers ministers & politicians to engineers artists & writers this area in the far north of Scotland has a rich tapestry of folk who have made their lasting mark on the world & each chapter deals with their lives loves & labours. These include Arthur St Clair 9th President of the Continental Congress in the United States; Robert Dick geologist & botanist; Andrew Geddes Bain road builder & engineer in South Africa; the British Empires first-ever Lady Mayor Elizabeth Oman Yates; James Bremner famed for his wreck
- raising skills & harbour design; Donald Sutherland Swanson a high profile detective with the Metropolitan Police during the Whitechapel Murders in 1888; Robert Brown explorer & Alexander Henry Rhind one of the worlds greatest Egyptologists. The life of Sir John Sinclair father of the Statistical Accounts for Scotland is recounted as is the life of the man best known simply as Ross of Cowcaddens. The modern era is not forgotten with Ian Charles Scott the New York-based artist & David Graham Scott a documentary film maker.
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The Magical Animal Fairies look after seven young Magical Animals & train them to use their powers wisely for the good of Fairyland & the human world. But the animals have been stolen! In this final book in the series Caitlin needs the girls' help to rescue her beloved Ice Bear from the human world... ...

Whether its classic cakes tiered cakes or small cakes free-from cakes or wedding & birthday cakes Rachel has the perfect foolproof recipe. Rachel Allen knows home baking. Its her fail-safe recipes with easy-to-follow methods thoughtful tips & advice that have been helping her readers over the years to make the most gorgeous cakes & bakes that work every time. Sponges muffins brownies pop cakes cheesecakes tortes pudding cakes whether they are indulgent or healthy (ish) chocolaty nutty or fruity sweet or savoury or gluten-free youll find them all in this ultimate cake bible. Try classics such as Victoria Sponge & Carrot Cake new bakes like Beetroot Brownies or White Chocolate & Macadamia cake festive treats such as Caramel Yule Log or a St Patricks Day Guinness Cake as well as every day cakes like Raspberry Bakewell Cake or Butterscotch Banana Cake. Cake for grown-ups such as the Orange Cake with Campari Icing or childrens party favourite Cake Pops. Cakes for when you have no time as well as more adventurous wedding & birthday cakes. Rachel will show you how to bake & decorate simple special occasion cakes then give additional instruction for making it special
- or even of professional quality. Whether it is a golden anniversary wedding or 4th birthday party youll never have to buy a cake again. In this comprehensive collection youll find a mix of delicious easy & everyday cakes teatime treats classics festive baking hearty puddings & even some free-from & healthier cakes. & when youve finished baking Rachel will show you the best tips & tricks for decorating & icing. The wait is over! Enjoy more baking from Rachel Allen in Cake.
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What do brownies lamingtons meringues & monsters have in common? They all taste better on sticks! Make Me Cake & Cookie Pops introduces readers to this delightful new baking trend with easy-to-follow recipes & loads of fun decorating ideas./br/br This next book in the Make Me series is dedicated to every kind of 'pop' with chapters on cookie pops cake pops party pops & super-simple pops. From fancy afternoon teas to children's birthday parties Make Me Cake & Cookie Pops will inspire fun at any occasion."" ...