This book focuses on British efforts to suppress the traffic in female slaves destined for Egyptian harems during the late-nineteenth century. It considers this campaign in relation to gender debates in England, and examines the ways in which the assumptions and dominant imperialist discourses of these abolitionists were challenged by the newly-established Muslim communities in England, as well as by English people who converted to or were sympathetic with Islam. While previous scholars have treated antislavery activity in Egypt first and foremost as an extension of earlier efforts to abolish plantation slavery in the New World, this book considers it in terms of encounters with Islam during a period which it argues marked a new departure in Anglo-Muslim relations. This approach illuminates the role of Islam in the creation of English national identities within the global cultural system of the British Empire. This book would appeal to those with an interest in British imperial history; Islam; gender, feminism, and women’s studies; slavery and race; the formation of national identities; global processes; Orientalism; and Middle Eastern studies.
Thought and Knowledge applies theory and research from the learning sciences to teach students the critical thinking skills that they need to succeed in today’s world. The text identifies, defines, discusses, and deconstructs contemporary challenges to critical thinking, from fake news, alternative facts, and deep fakes, to misinformation, disinformation, post-truth, and more. It guides students through the explosion of content on the internet and social media and enables them to become careful and critical evaluators as well as consumers. The text is grounded in psychological science, especially the cognitive sciences, and brought to life through humorous and engaging language and numerous practical and real-world examples and anecdotes. This edition has been streamlined with thoughtful consideration over what content to keep, what to cut, and how much new and current research to add. Critical thinking skills are presented in every chapter, empowering students to learn more efficiently, research more productively, and present logical, critical, and informed arguments. The skills are reviewed at the end of the chapter, and a complete list of skills with definitions and examples are included in the appendix. The text is supported by a companion website that features a robust set of instructor and student resources: www.routledge.com/cw/halpern. Thought and Knowledge can be used as a core text in critical thinking courses offered in departments of psychology, philosophy, English, or across the humanities and social sciences, or as a supplement in any course where critical thinking is emphasized.
Our search for satisfaction in life doesn't diminish as we mature. Our satisfaction comes from accepting what comes our way even when it's something new and unfamiliar. Each of us still has an exciting future out there. Aging Gracefully is a guide into that future.I've included reminders and suggestions that can help you (or your loved one) navigate this unfamiliar territory with grace and aplomb. Topics I've included are:1. Around the house2. Personal care3. Mental wellness4. Finances and living alone5. Physical activity ? and more!This is your life. Make the most of it. Enjoy every moment. I truly hope the hints I've included in this book will help you to do exactly that.Diane Dunn
Summarizing data from Project FeederWatch, a continent-wide survey sponsored by Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, Bird Studies Canada, National Audubon Society, and the Canadian Nature Federation.
Based upon extensive archival research and bringing to life the words and actions of extraordinary individuals from the early 20th century, this book calls into question contemporary assumptions about the appreciation of diversity as a solely postcolonial phenomenon. It shows how Bahá’í, Muslim, and Jewish leaders prior to and during WWI found value in the existence of many different religions, races, languages, nations, and ethnicities within the British Empire. Recognition of this heterogeneity combined with sympathy for certain liberal traditions allowed those historical actors to engage with that imperial state and culture in ways that would have an impact on future generations and relevance to modern debates.
Diane Dunn's relentless quest for deeper understanding and love led her on a magical adventure to Peru, where she met two powerful Andean Masters who taught her to know and live in a new way.
James Hare and Diane Janowski are freelance history writers for the Elmira (NY) Star-Gazette. Since 2014, they each write monthly articles on the history of the city of Elmira, New York. This book is a selection of their articles.
Comments from faithful readers who have been reading Diane's Daily Devotions as a daily posting from my Facebook group page by the same name: "Reading Diane's Daily Devotions' each morning begins my day on a positive note and continues to bless me throughout my day as God's spirit feeds me." - Susanne Stamper "I want you to know how inspiring your Daily Devotions are; better than other ones I've read." - Arlene Cathey "Appreciate your devotions. You inspire with your thoughts." - Ruth Dunn "The devotions have helped me as I'm homebound, and so to be able to connect with church friends in daily worship is awesome! " - JoEllen Decker "Life is fragile, filled with uncertainty and doubt. Diane's Daily Devotions have brought strength, knowledge and faith to my continued walk with God." - Judith Schieszer Author Bio: I live in Shawnee, Kansas. I have been married to my best friend and husband Clarence, for over forty-five years, having married at the young age of eighteen in 1969. We moved to our current location to be near our daughter and son-in-law, Shelly (Goold) and Cameron Hartl, and our three grandchildren, Kiera, Carver and Harrison. I am an Elder in the Community of Christ, am a self-taught pianist and retired elementary classroom and music teacher. I have written and published a song for the D.A.R.E. program entitled Dare to Be Different; have written and published poetry, and as the Newspaper in Education Director at the St. Joseph (MO) News-Press, have created and published numerous NIE classroom resources. Diane's Daily Devotions is my first attempt at writing and publishing a book, but I feel confident there will be more. My prayer is that you will enjoy my thoughts as reflected in each of the daily devotions, and will share this publication with others. God gave me the inspiration to write this book and has helped me with each devotion. May he bless you as you read and reflect on his holy word, through my humble attempts in interpreting and sharing my thoughts and testimonies of them. God Bless You, Diane Goold, Author
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