Whether it's a delicate green tea or a bracing Assam black, a cup of tea is a complex brew of art and industry, tradition and revolution, East and West. In this sweeping tour through the world of tea, veteran tea traders Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. Heiss chronicle tea's influence across the globe and provide a complete reference for choosing, drinking, and enjoying this beverage. The Story of Tea begins with a journey along the tea trail, from the lush forests of China, where tea cultivation first flourished, to the Buddhist temples of Japan, to the vast tea gardens of India, and beyond. Offering an insider's view of all aspects of tea trade, the Heisses examine Camellia sinensis, the tea bush, and show how subtle differences in territory and production contribute to the diversity of color, flavor, and quality in brewed tea. They profile more than thirty essential tea varietals, provide an in depth guide to tasting and brewing, and survey the customs and crafts associated with tea. Sharing the latest research, they discuss tea's health benefits and developments in organic production and fair trade practices. Finally, they present ten sweet and savory recipes, including Savory Chinese Marbled Eggs and Green Tea Pot de Crâme, and resources for purchasing fine tea. Vividly illustrated throughout, The Story of Tea is an engrossing tribute to the illustrious, invigorating, and elusive leaf that has sustained and inspired people for more than two thousand years.
In art history, literature and cultural studies, Orientalism is the imitation or depiction of aspects in the Eastern world. These depictions are usually done by writers, designers, and artists from the West. In particular, Orientalist painting, depicting more specifically "the Middle East". Check out the stories with this theme selected by the critic August Nemo: - The Rajah's Treasure by H. G. Wells - The Man Who Would Be King by Rudyard Kipling - Tajima by Miss Mitford - A Chinese Girl Graduate by R. K. Douglas - The Revenge Of Her Race by Mary Beaumont - King Billy Of Ballarat by Morley Roberts - Thy Heart's Desire by Netta Syrett For more books with interesting themes, be sure to check the other books in this collection!
Love Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith. This box set includes: DEADLY CARGO (An Alaska K-9 Unit novel) ByJodie Bailey Assigned to bring down a drug-smuggling ring, Alaska State Trooper Will Stryker and his K-9 partner must team up with bush pilot Jasmine Jefferson. But when someone tries to kill them, Will learns Jasmine has been living in witness protection. Are the attacks related to the case…or is someone out for revenge? DANGEROUS AMISH SHOWDOWN By USA TODAY bestselling author Mary Alford Determined to protect the young witness in his care, US marshal Mason Shetler brings her to the Amish community he left behind. With his partner injured and their car totaled, Mason must hide them in the nearest shelter—the home of his childhood friend Willa Lambright. Under siege by ruthless criminals, can they all survive? ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION By Sommer Smith After someone tries to abduct a baby from the NICU and the infant’s mother disappears, nurse Lauren Beck must go into hiding with US marshal Grayson Thorpe to shield the little girl. But can they keep the baby out of the hands of a vicious gang? For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense September 2021 Box Set – 2 of 2
The news that an old acquaintance has had an accident comes as a surprise to Camilla MacPhee. By the time she unearths Laura's connection to a violent revolutionary group active two decades earlier, she's had several blows to the head and discovered that people shes been talking to keep ending up dead.
Nutrition: Science and Applications, 4th Edition helps students develop the scientific understanding to support their personal and professional decisions. Using a critical thinking approach, Smolin brings nutrition out of the classroom and allows students to apply the logic of science to their own nutrition concerns – both as consumers and as future scientists and health professionals.
The fairies were about to celebrate their Summer Solstice when they heard ""Boom, boom, crash, skreech."" What was going on? This fiction fantasy book is for middle-years school youths and those who have big imaginations. Whether you are a pre-teen, a teenager or an adult, you will find this story of two perspectives very interesting. The story is told from two points of view, one, a fairy grandmother, Jasmine, who belongs to the elder fairy council and, from the only boy in a set of triplets, Terry. You go back and forth as you hear Jasmine's and Terry's side of the story. Read the story and see how the same events are seen to be very different depending upon how you look at things. Near the end, the Narrator's Voice comes across. So, come and enjoy the story of the "Northern Lake Adventures: The Encounter" and see what happens.
People who think they know everything are not willing to change anything. Some people think that all they have in life is what is in front of them. So they settle. They stay weak. Looking at Mary Thompson, she has it all in tact; the perfect painted face, the perfect hairstyle, and is well dressed, however, underneath the woven layers, lays dormant, a killer of souls. He is all she knows, or is it? Mary Thompson never expected to grow up the way she did, abused, misused, and rejected around each corner. All grown up, looking in the mirror, is when her true enemy reveals himself to her. She discovers that he is her family's enemy too. Only Mary stands a chance of saving them from an eternal death. But can she save them? Can she even save herself from sliding deeper into a dark pit, only to have the enemy ravish her again? Will she have enough strength to carry that endless burden? Psychologically destroyed, unstable and inexperienced in the strategies of spiritual warfare, Mary stands on a thin line between fear and faith, death and life. Will the dark side's gauntlet of trouble and turmoil keep her in bondage? Or will the grace of God, and her prophetic dreams lead to her deliverance?
Goddess characters are revered as feminist heroes in the popular media of many cultures. However, these goddess characters often prove to be less promising and more regressive than most people initially perceive. Goddesses in film, television, and fiction project worldviews and messages that reflect mostly patriarchal culture (included essentialized gender assumptions), in contrast to the feminist, empowering levels many fans and critics observe. Building on critiques of other skeptical scholars, this feminist, folkloristic approach deepens how our remythologizing of the ancient past reflects a contemporary worldview and rhetoric. Structures of contemporary goddess myths often fit typical extremes as either vilified, destructive, dark, and chaotic (typical in film or television); or romanticized, positive, even utopian (typical in women’s speculative fiction). This goddess spectrum persistently essentializes gender, stereotyping women as emotional, intuitive, sexual, motherly beings (good or bad), precluded from complex potential and fuller natures. Within apparent good-over-evil, pop-culture narrative frames, these goddesses all suffer significantly. However, a few recent intersectional writers, like N. K. Jemisin, break through these dark reflections of contemporary power dynamics to offer complex characters who evince “hopepunk.” They resist typical simplified, reductionist absolutes to offer messages that resonate with potential for today’s world. Mythic narratives featuring goddesses often do, but need not, serve merely as ideological mirrors of our culture’s still problematically reductionist approach to women and all humanity.
In the near future, with the earth’s climate coming apart, teenage Seer Jasmine Guzman learns that she holds the key that could save everyone — or cost her everything. Includes: Finding Jade In the year 2030, Jasmine is busy with her sick mother, her missing twin sister, and a series of events that have her questioning her sanity. Until she meets Raphael, who reveals that Jasmine is a talented Seer and that her sister isn’t missing at all ... she’s in the Place-in-Between, where the demons dwell. Solomon's Ring Reunited twin sisters Jasmine and Jade, along with the other Seers and Protectors, are in a race against time to retrieve and return a stolen ring of great power that is being used to control a demon army intent on taking their souls. It’s a struggle for survival in a dystopian near-future as the final battle looms ahead. Darkness Rising Jasmine, Jade, and the other Seers find themselves in a world where the lines between truth and fiction, good and evil, and the planes of existence — including the Earth and the Place-In-Between — are fading. They don’t know who to trust — even amongst themselves.
Guides and instructs both students and parents on the basics of reading and mathematics for the first grade, including exercises and practice tests, and how to use the exercises in the book effectively.
Never intended for anyone’s eyes except parents, these letters are now compiled by the author for her adult children to read and relive the life they loved growing up in Zaire, Africa (Democratic Republic of Congo). Stored by her mother-in-law in old film boxes for three decades, they serve as a record of daily life in a family learning to survive and thrive and do ministry in a developing country. Daily water and electricity and regular mail became luxuries to celebrate in prayer and praise. Often considered by others to be a unique life, in reading you may encounter the unique, but guaranteed are also some boring details that were not omitted in the copying process so the children would understand what life involved for their parents. Whether unique, boring or difficult, these were deemed a privilege by the author and her husband who regard themselves as simply obedient to a call to that life out of their deep love for Jesus, their Lord and Savior who loved them and gave his life for them.
Using the lens of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) a pedagogy that recognizes the importance of including students' cultural references in all aspects of learning (Ladson-Billings, 1994), this book presents empirical studies and personal stories, examples across immigrant and refugee experiences including African, Asian and Latin immigrants. The chapters focus on the educational wellbeing of immigrant children and their families, and on bringing the home, school and community together as a united force to meet their needs.
On 24 November 1991 people all over the world mourned the untimely death of Freddie Mercury, lead singer of rock band Queen. But for the author, Mary Howis, her life would never be the same, as, from that day forward, she was aware of a strange presence around her; someone from the spirit world – the spirit that once was Freddie Mercury, known in the spirit world as ‘the Mercury Man'. Mary had been chosen for a special mission – to be an instrument for the spirit world, for Freddie, through which they could communicate. But why her? Why someone who, until the news reports of Freddie Mercury's death, had never even heard of him? Mary tells the story of her spiritual journey of discovery from disbelief, self-doubt and denial to an absolute conviction that what she was experiencing was real, the messages she was receiving were true, and they were proof that life continues after death; that Freddie was still alive, in spirit form, and had much knowledge to impart to the world. Despite the ridicule she might face, Mary knew that she was destined to write this book, to tell her story – Freddie’s story – to the world, in the hope that it would bring comfort and hope to those who are suffering in their earthly bodies, who are grieving for loved ones, who are fearful of death. The message is clear: death is not the end, it is a new and exciting beginning.
In the year 2031, reunited twin sisters Jasmine and Jade, along with the other Seers and Protectors, are in a race against time to retrieve and return a stolen ring of great power that is being used to control a demon army intent on taking their souls. It’s a struggle for survival in a dystopian near-future as the final battle looms ahead.
A 2019 Michael L. Printz Honor Book Disaffected teen historian Claudia McCarthy never expected to be in charge of Imperial Day Academy, but by accident, design, or scheme, she is pulled into the tumultuous and high-profile world of the Senate and Honor Council. Suddenly, Claudia is wielding power over her fellow students that she never expected to have and isn't sure she wants. Claudia vows to use her power to help the school. But there are forces aligned against her: shocking scandals, tyrants waiting in the wings, and political dilemmas with no easy answers. As Claudia struggles to be a force for good in the universe, she wrestles with the question: does power inevitably corrupt?
Now available in one bundle for the first time, the first six books of the Camilla MacPhee Mystery series are gathered together. Camilla MacPhee is the black sheep of her perfect, blonde family, and her uneasy association with the world of crime takes bizarre turns through hotel crucifixions, firebombing, vengeful exes, drowned lawyers, and bossy sisters in this seriously funny, dark mystery series. Speak Ill of the Dead - Camilla MacPhee Mystery #1 Camilla gets tangled up in what looks like a bizarre vendetta when a vicious fashion columnist with underworld connections is crucified in a downtown hotel room, and her best friend becomes the main suspect. The Icing on the Corpse - Camilla MacPhee Mystery #2 What starts with a terrified woman being stalked by a violent ex soon has Camilla embroiled in something even more sinister. Includes four more Camilla MacPhee mysteries: Little Boy Blues - Camilla MacPhee Mystery #3 The Devil's in the Details - Camilla MacPhee Mystery #4 The Dead Don't Get Out Much - Camilla MacPhee Mystery #5 Law and Disorder - Camilla MacPhee Mystery #6
Make Easter and Pentecost meaningful for young people. Help them experience the joy and celebration of the Easter season, and cheerfully proclaim, "Alleluia! He is risen!" Bring the Scriptures alive and give young adolescents creative ways to explore, pray, and reflect on the salvation story, so they are able to focus on the profound mystery of God among us. The leader's guide has nine faith sessions, as well as an extended session, to help young people enter fully into the expectation and the joy of the Easter and Pentecost seasons. In addition to its fully developed sessions, this guide has strategies for encouraging real participation in the liturgical and community life of the parish as it ritualizes and celebrates the Easter season.
Parents can play an immensely important role in supporting their children's literacy learning at home, but how can primary teachers enlist the support of parents in helping children learn literacy? With a focus on improving children's literacy skills, this book provides practical answers to key questions that are directly relevant to all primary teachers and to many parents. It presents new ways of linking learning in home and school through a range of activities that can be used to share knowledge between children, parents and teachers. Activities include: teachers and children making videos to show parents how children learn literacy in school parents and children taking photos of the 'everyday' literacy they use outside school parents and teachers exchanging information through Home-School folders and diaries. Particular attention is given to ways of working with parents from a diverse range of family backgrounds reflecting the multi-ethnic nature of many schools today. The practical activities can easily be fitted into the day-to-day activities of busy classrooms and can provide crucial new ways of improving children's learning of literacy skills.
What would a classroom look like if understanding and respecting differences in race, culture, beliefs, and opinions were at its heart? Welcome to Mary Cowhey's Peace Class in Northampton, MA, where first and second graders view the entire curriculum through the framework of understanding the world, and trying to do their part to make it a better place. Woven through the book is Mary's unflinching and humorous account of her own roots in a struggling large Irish Catholic family and her early career as a community activist. Mary's teaching is infused with lessons of her heroes: Gandhi, Eleanor Roosevelt, Helen Keller, Martin Luther King, and others. Her students learn to make connections between their lives, the books they read, the community leaders they meet, and the larger world. If you were inspired to become a teacher because you wanted to change the world, and instead find yourself limited by teach-to-the-test pressures, this is the book that will make you think hard about how you spend your time with students. It offers no easy answers, just a wealth of insight into the challenges of helping students think critically about the world, and starting points for conversations about diversity and controversy in your classroom, as well as in the larger community.
Embark on an inspiring journey with “Pearls of Progress,” a captivating narrative that delves into the history and mysteries of gender equality facets through a cast of compelling characters. Meet Pearl, the dynamic protagonist whose life’s journey is fueled by the heroic legacies of her grandparents. She sets sail on a mission to demystify gender complexities that afflict families, workplaces, and societies and shares the valuable insights gained. She collaborates with international experts to design an exclusive blueprint that provides effective approaches to eliminate gender challenges and foster inclusion. In this process an ideology of ‘Gender Equality Mindset’ (GEMs) emerges to shatter conventional thinking and focus on abounding progress for everyone. Within the pages of “Pearls of Progress,” discover soul-stirring life stories, thought-provoking interviews, empowering toolkits, and poignant poetry that inspire meaningful action. Let us unravel deep assumptions unsaid, Discern society’s prevalent mindset. Envision a future of gender equality, Welcome an era of Progress and Prosperity!
Enjoy gourmet tea shop flavors made in your own kitchen! Bring together the aroma of the sweetest flowers, as well as the tastes and health benefits of herbs in your everyday cuisine when you use the brewing and flavoring tips in The Essence of Herbal and Floral Teas. Discover the exquisite taste of herbs and edible flowers used in brewing refreshing, stimulating, or calming beverages and delectable desserts. Delight in the herbaceous and sweet floral aromas featured in the delicious recipes for sweeteners, lemonades and spritzers, ices and frozen treats, sangrias and party punches, herbal and floral tisane blends, flavored tea blends, and confections. The Essence of Herbal and Floral Teas includes tips on cultivating herbs and edible flowers in your garden and preserving for future use year-round. Author Mary El-Baz offers delightful recipes for aromatic and healthful herbal and floral teas, tisanes, beverages, and desserts including Lemon Mint Cooler, Nitey-Nite Tisane Blend, Chamomile Pear Cider, Jasmine Limeade, Fruity Mint Punch, Raspberry-Hibiscus Sorbet, Easy Lemon-Peppermint Ice, Candied Rose Hips, Raspberry and Violet Tartlets.
Schools play a vital role in safeguarding children and young people, yet there has been little research into how schools identify and respond to child protection concerns, and their engagement with local authority children’s services. This book highlights the findings of a major ESRC-funded study on the child protection role played by schools, their decision-making processes and involvement in inter-agency working. Crucial reading for academics, practitioners and managers in children’s social care and education, it evaluates the impact of recent policy developments, including the Academies and Free Schools programme, as well as the restructuring of local authority children’s services.
Enjoyed by millions the world over for two millennia as a soothing, fragrant hot drink, green tea has steadily gained popularity in recent years. Those looking for ways to experiment with this hip, healthy, and delicious beverage will find 50 sweet and savory recipes and beautiful color photos in Mary Lou Heiss's Green Tea. Included are recipes for everything from classic hot and iced green teas to fruit smoothies, cocktails, entrees, and desserts. Warm up with Chrysanthemum Harmony Green Tea or Cinnamon-Star Anise Green Tea, and find cool refreshment in Toasted Coconut Iced Green Tea or with a Green Tea, Watermelon, and Pear Smoothie. Green tea serves as a terrific ingredient in mixed drinks like the pomegranate-infused Tropical Sky. Rounding out this collection is a selection of savory and sweet food recipes, including Spicy Green Tea - Rubbed Grilled Salmon and White Chocolate - Green Tea Ice Cream. In addition to the versatility of this beverage, medical research has proven that drinking green tea can have significant health benefits such as lowering blood pressure, bolstering immunity, protecting skin from free-radical damage, and reducing the incidence of cancer. It contains fluoride, helping to reduce the risk of cavities, and has also been shown to help maintain a healthy digestive tract.In Green Tea, enthusiasts will learn information on the history of green tea and how to select, purchase, brew, and store it. No matter how it's served, green tea is guaranteed to calm the mind and stimulate the palate with its unique, timeless flavor.
In the final volume of the Daughters of Light series, Jasmine, Jade, and the other Seers find themselves in a world where the lines between truth and fiction, good and evil, and the planes of existence — including the Earth and the Place-In-Between — are fading. They don’t know who to trust — even amongst themselves.
My poetry is often referred to as straight from the heart most of my poems were inspired from my own personal experiences or from the inspiration I felt when talking to others .not necessarily my thoughts but the way I thought the other person felt, Within these pages you will find the expressions of many emotions tears of joy, sadness, laughter, love and many others, Some may even make you shed a tear or two, if so I was probably shedding a few of my own when I wrote it, I tell my friends and family that these poems were written in tears and they truly were. Not all of my poetry is sad and should apply to both male and female of all ages . I hope you enjoy my book and if you would like to comment on any of them you can contact me at mcaskeydrake @yahoo.com
America's most beloved twins share their favorite Disney princess stories in this deluxe paperback edition. Olsen fans can whisper and giggle along with the twins while reading the stories--and then create delightful Disney-inspired crafts with the easy-to-follow instructions included.
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