Middle east
(54 items, 3 shopping guides)
Viewing 1-30 of 54 Items
More Recommendations
The Eighth Scroll Book Chapter
1 recommendation
"The elder who told Jacob this, years before, now lay crumpled in a bloody heap before him, nestled in ringlets of his own intestines and oozing the stink of disembowelment."
What is The Eighth Scroll?
1 recommendation
"The Eight Scroll is a historically relevant modern-thriller that explores religious authority while providing intrigue and danger. In The Eighth Scroll by Laurence B. Brown, the final text of the Dead Sea Scrolls has been found."
MOROCCAN METAL AMBER GLASS CANDLEHOLDER LANTERN LIGHT
1 recommendation
"Moroccan lanterns can be a bit pricy but, this one is affordable enough that you can buy several to hang round the garden or patio for nice warm evening light."
Stunning Tree of Life Tapestry
1 recommendation
"The price is so reasonable, you could hang it in place of a door but, I think this tapestry would make a stunning tablecover in the garden for afternoon tea."
City of Oranges: An Intimate History of Arabs and Jews in Jaffa
1 recommendation
"LeBor does a good job of showing both sides of a history and both sides of a conflict. In a field that is full of polemics, this is an important book which lets you read about people and families on both sides of the Israel-Palestine situation. LeBor follows the stories of six families of Jaffa and how they have been effected and how they themselves have made the history of Israel and Palest..."
Genie in a Bottle - The Ultimate Bottle Stopper
6 recommendations
"christina aguilera did a song about this one! a cute, whimsical bottle stopper might be able to make your wish come true....designed by SUCK UK"
The Language of Baklava
1 recommendation
"The author, Daina Abu-Jabar, said to Reichl: "There's something safe and wonderful about being raised by a strict father, but it has its drawbacks." That's pretty much what this memoir about growing up partly in Jordan and always with food is about."
Women for Women International
2 recommendations
"When you make a Mother's Day gift to Women for Women International you will give hope to a woman who is struggling to rebuild her life in the aftermath of war. We will send this special card to honor your chosen recipient."
From Beirut to Jerusalem
1 recommendation
"I'm probably on a watchlist now, between this book and Persepholis. This is a meaty book, and one that requires your full attention. That said, the prose is simple and fluid, but it doesn't talk down to the uninitiated, either. When I went to journalism school, this is who I wanted to be when I grew up. Maybe there's still a chance. But in the meantime, live a foriegn correspondent's life vicar..."
Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood
3 recommendations
"This was a gift from my husband and it makes the Iranian revolution and the rise of the Shah so personal. Even if you aren't keen on either Middle Eastern history or graphic novels, you will be touched by the story of one young woman coping with her place in the middle of a turbulent era."
Arabesque: A Taste of Morocco, Turkey and Lebanon
3 recommendations
"I just love Claudia Roden. Her books exudes her passion for Middle East food. This book is its lastest and i can't wait to have it."
Newsletter - Aileen G. Baron
1 recommendation
"The three of them sat in the shade of the Jeep, mouths dry, throats heavy with the scorching air, seared by relentless heat, huddled close, but still not completely sheltered from the unforgiving sun. They were almost out of water, just a few drops in their canteens and in the canvas bag hanging limp on the side of the Jeep."
About the Book The Scorpion's Bite
1 recommendation
"As part of their survey, they roam the beautiful, silent, Trans-Jordanian desert where the indelible presence of Lawrence of Arabia is still lingers, and where the ancient Nabateans once ruled an empire from their capital in Petra."
Events - Aileen G. Baron
1 recommendation
"SCORPION'S BITE: a new Book in the Lily Sampson Series, out in August, 2010. In 1943, the world is at war. Archaeologist Lily Sampson has been sent to Trans-Jordan, along with Gideon Weil, the famous director of the American School of Archaeology in Jerusalem to do an archaeological survey of Trans-Jordan for the OSS."
Aileen G. Baron - Biography
1 recommendation
"Writing is my third career. As a wife and mother of four sons, I did all the traditional things: driving my sons to baseball games and swimming meets, car pooling, acting as den mother, going to PTA meetings, until the family moved to Jerusalem for two and a half years while my husband, a biochemist, did research."
The World Biggest Fun Zone: November 2010
1 recommendation
"Welcome to the all over the world newspapers, All local newspapers of pakistan, Online newspapers of Asia Middle East, North America Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Australasia Oceania and South America Central America, Free online chat rooms."
Bidoun Magazine : BIDOUN NO. 21
1 recommendation
""bidoun magazine is a quarterly publication founded in 2004 by lisa farjam with the intention of filling a gaping hole in the arts and cultural coverage of the middle east and diaspora.""
Gypsy Chandelier - Small
1 recommendation
"When I was little, if anyone asked, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" I almost always replied, "A Gypsy!" My first Halloween costume? A Gypsy. My favorite song back then? Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves (Cher!) It seems I've not fulfilled my life's promise and potential but, it's not too late. I think I'll hang this beside my bed for a little inspiration."
Emirates WiN People
1 recommendation
"EMIRATES WiN People is about UAE “Wellness in Tune” people, i.e. UAE Public Leaders, UAE Business Leaders and UAE Community leaders, UAE Scientists, UAE Academics, UAE Celebrities and Ordinary UAE Citizens."
Dubai Atlantis - The Palm Resort
2 recommendations
"Atlantis, The Palm is an ocean-themed destination resort located at the centre of the crescent of the man-made Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. Join Katie and Tom this year as they celebrate New Year's at Atlantis."
Garden Fresh Mediterranean!
2 recommendations
"YUM!!! This is the best hummus I've ever tasted. The founder of Garden Fresh Gourmet (which makes Garden Fresh Mediterranean hummus) traveled to the middle east to find out the secret for making authentic, great hummus. Whatever tips he got, worked! This stuff is amazing - you can really taste the chick peas. My favorite is good 'ol original, but zestier people might like the greek, spicy cil..."
Hookah Pipes Online - Hookah
1 recommendation
"A great site that serves all of my hookah smoking urges. I have been a long-time customer of them and they have treated me well for the past 4 years. I had to recommend them to all my peeps out there... Such friendly people too..."
Romman 50 g Variety Pack - Romman Shisha Tobacco - Hookah and Shisha Central
2 recommendations
"The smoothest tobacco I have ever smoked!"
31" Ice Rotator Egyptian Hookah
2 recommendations
"This is a great party hookah that allows up to four people to smoke at the same time. It also has an ice chamber, which is designed to cool the smoke as it passes through the hookah. This hookah is made in Egypt."
About the Author Dr.Laurence B.Brown
1 recommendation
"A graduate of Cornell University, Brown Medical School, and George Washington University Hospital residency program, Laurence B. Brown is an ophthalmic surgeon, specialized in cataract and refractive surgery."
Lorraine Headboard, Ikat - Anthropologie
1 recommendation
"Ooooo... and the price has been reduced."
Terai Folding Chair, Ikat - Anthropologie
1 recommendation
"Anthropologie offers an upgrade on the basic folding chair."
Three Cups of Tea, Greg Mortenson, Book - Barnes & Noble
1 recommendation
"Looking for inspiration? Look no further than this fine book. What the author, Greg Mortenson, has done for girls' education in Pakistan and Afghanistan is truly amazing."
The Recordings of The Middle East by Middle East
1 recommendation
"Haunting songs in that John Frusciante kind of way."
