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Paperback Fiction
Armageddon in Retrospect by Kurt Vonnegut
This posthumous publication unveils the American novelist's collection of previously unpublished writings on war and peace. The writings and speeches are intercepted with illustrations by Vonnegut. It is a great read for devoted readers of the eccentric science-fiction writer as they are further immersed into Vonnegut's world through his outspoken repentant humor and unforgiving moral stands.
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The Dark Side of Love by Rafik Schami
Set in in the city Damascus, this tale depicts detective Barudi's effort in solving a mysterious murder case. As the detective gets more involved into the details of the murder, he discovers that the murder was the result of a long bloody feud between two clans, the Mushtak and the Shahin that goes as far back to the turn of the 20th century. In addition to the longstanding feud, a love story is added to the plot. A story that is doomed from the start because of the irreconcilable conflicts that separate the two clans. The author paints in this touching novel the political and religious constraints that Syrian society has been confronting for decades. It tells a story of love, courage and sacrifice. |
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The dramatic Literature of Nawal el Saadawi by Nawal el Saadawi
This collection contains two plays by the author. The first play Isis was written in 1986 and the second entitled God Resigns at the Summit Meeting was written ten years later. These two plays were published together because they encompass some of the central elements and topics that El Saadawi tackled through her fiction and nonfiction work over decades. The plays concentrate on the increasingly diminishing feminine power in the Arab world, and more particularly in her native Egypt. The author challenges in the most eloquent of ways delicate subject matters that touch upon the role of women and their political status in society. |
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In their father's country by Anne-Marie Drosso
Anne-Marie Drosso depicts in this touching novel the story of two sisters Claire and Gabrielle and their upbringing in 1920s Cairo. The turbulent political and societal transformations, but also the sudden passing of their father, inevitably change the lives of the Sahli sisters as they are confronted with new realities. The novel paints the sisters' portraits from childhood to old age and reveals the numerous life events that they attempt to overcome and confront. This story is a great portal to delve into the world of two women living in cosmopolitan Cairo during a very delicate period in the city's history. |
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Hardback Fiction
A designated man by Moris Farhi
This novel traces the journey of Osip who returned to his island after the war. Upon his return, he discovers that feudist powers have also taken over his island who have taken control of the island and its population. Osip then meets new friends, Kokana and Dev who help him settle in his inherited land. Helped by with an unlikely new acquaintance, he decides to launch a long battle against these feudist powers who have destroyed his island. This novel reveals the journey of a hopeful young man against the violently established status quo in his native island. |
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Hardback Non Fiction
Kazan on directing by Elia Kazan
This posthumous publication of renowned film and theatre director Elia Kazan - director of classic films such as A street car named desire and On the Waterfront - recounts through his notes, memories from scrapbooks, as well as photographs, the life of the pioneering filmmaker. These documents shed light on Kazan's working method in both theatre and film and his approach towards his craft. Fans of film in general and Kazan in particular will relish this book for its precision and insight into the world of one of the most important American cinematographic figures. |
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The Rise and Fall of Communism by Archie Brown
Written by renowned British historian and political scientist Archie Brown, this new book sheds light on the origins and development of the Communism in the world, as well as the reason for its decline. The author introduces the theories that helped shape communist states around the world and why they eventually struggled to maintain ideological power. Brown further immerses his readers into the philosophical beginnings of Communism, dwelling on the Stalinian period and beyond in the most precise manner. This 700 page book proves to be a must read for eager readers of the communist history. |
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Young Readers
The absolutely true diary of a part-time Indian by Sherman Alexie
Living in a Native American reservation, teenager Arnold "Junior" Spirit decides to transfer to a high school outside of the reservation after realizing that education was not heavily focused on in his school. His new high school, which is located outside of the reservation, is mainly populated by white Americans and the young man soon discovers the social challenges that he will have to face both at school and at home. This touching story recounts Junior's efforts in integrating an all-white school while remaining true to his native-American roots. It's a tale of young man's coming-of-age, of friendship and a search for spirituality. |
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Another Gulmohar Tree by Aamer Hussein
Another Gulmohar Tree is a short novel that tells the story of young Usman whose journey from his native Punjab takes him to post-war London. There, he meets a young artist named Lydia and their relationship blossoms into a friendship and later develops into a romance. Divided into two short sections, the novel reveals a young couple's journey into marriage and life. |
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Art
Palestinian Art From 1850 to the Present by Kamal Boullata
This book is the first publication to encompass the work of Palestinian artists, either living in their homeland or from the Diaspora. The book figures the works of the most prominent of contemporary artists such as Mona Hatoum but also the forgotten imagery and paintings of the older generations. It also features profound analyses and textual readings of these works in an attempt to introduce the readers to the world of art made in Palestine, going into the complexities and intricacies of artwork made in the most dramatic of circumstances. |
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Lifestyle
Ice Cream Galore by Caroline Barty
Summer is around the corner, and what better way to spend it than with an ice cream cone at hand! This refreshing new book encompasses over 120 recipes for ice cream lovers of all ages. It includes a wide and unusual range of ice creams such wasabi ice cream or avocado and chili ice. The book also informs you on the simple and fun ways to make them yourselves. A great recipe book to help you spend a lazy summer afternoon making ice cream. |
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- In April, Beirut was announced World Book Capital of the year. Readers, booksellers, printers and writers and all people who work in the book industry are participating in this yearlong event that will englobe activities, seminars, festivities that stress on the importance of reading and writing in Beirut.
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Alinea is Librairie Antoines literary magazine and website: www.antoineonline.com. You can find all books mentioned in these categories on www.antoineonline.com by clicking on the links
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Tania Hadjithomas Mehanna |
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Rayya Badran and Celine Khoury |
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The Design Hotel Books by Design Hotels
Publishing its 9th edition of the series, Design Hotels' book gives an overview of 170 hotels distinguished for their design and quality of their services. The book includes black and white as well as color photographs from the lavishly styled hotels and resorts.
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"Nothing is sacrosanct - not even the efforts of those who try to protect or build what they claim to be sacrosanct."
The life and death of Democracy by John Keane
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Mar Mikhail recently witnessed the opening of a new and innovative bookshop/coffee shop called Papercup. We asked Rania Naufal, its creator and manager three questions about her new project:
What is the concept behind your bookshop?
Papercup is a dedicated bookshop, focusing primarily on architecture, design, photography and art books.
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The means of reproduction: Sex, power, and the future of the world by Michelle Goldberg
This book retraces the historicity of women's reproductive rights in several parts of the world and brings it to the center of her investigation.
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I loved you for your voice by Selim Nassib translated by Alison Anderson
This work of fiction has finally made its way to english readers. The novel traces a fictional story around the legendary Arab singer Oum Kalthoum as told through the voice of the poet Ahmed Rami.
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Origins A memoir by Amin Maalouf
Recently translated from French, Origins recounts Maalouf's paternal genealogical history. Taking Cuba and the mountains of Lebanon as backdrops for this voyage into the past, Maalouf delivers a captivating account of his grandfather's quest to find his brother.
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Eden Ross Lipson, Books Editor at the New York Times dies at 66. Editor of children's literature at the Times from 1984 to 2005, Lipson also published a Parent's Guide to the Best Books for Children, referencing over a 1000 titles for children and young adults.
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Harlequin Mills & Boon will make its books available for instant download on mobile phones. The publisher has signed a partnership with Mobcast, which means that all new Mills & Boon titles will be accessible to UK mobile phone users via GoSpoken.com
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Angels and Demons by Dan Brown
Published before The Da Vinci Code that brought him world fame, Angels and Demons is Dan Brown's second mystery-thriller novel. The film adaptation of the novel is a sequel to The Da Vinci Code although it was published first and the events that take place before.
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