The photographs in this book were taken between 1860 and 1950, at a crucial period just before the ancient way of life in the region was swept away. The selection draws on all the known photographic collections, from the earliest travel photographers, through to the 1950s. These remarkable images are accompanied by historian William Facey's excellent text which places them in their historical context, plus detailed commentary on photographic techniques by photographic archivist Gillian Grant.

Saudi Arabia by the First Photographers

History

GRANT, Gillian

FACEY, William

Middle East

Stacey International

The period covered in this book (between 1900 and 1962) saw the Emirates emerging from independent Shaikdoms to unification as the United Arab Emirates and with this, the arrival of oil. This book presents an outstanding selection of images, most of which have never been published before. The photographs show the remarkable transformation of the region from small coastal settlements to the modern, bustling cities of today. William Facey's authoritative text places the photographs in their historical context, while Gillian Grant's study of the photographers and their techniques provides further illumination.

Emirates by the First Photographers

In this comprehensive yoga teacher training manual, you will embark on a transformative journey that will not only deepen your own practice but also equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to become a confident and effective yoga teacher. From the ancient origins of yoga to the modern adaptations and variations of the practice, this manual covers everything you need to know about yoga philosophy, history, anatomy, asanas, pranayama, meditation, and more. With step-by-step instructions and practical tips, you will learn how to create safe and inclusive yoga sequences, modify postures for different students, and guide your students through a mindful and transformative practice. But this manual is more than just a technical guide. It is a personal and spiritual journey that will help you cultivate self-awareness, compassion, and authenticity, both on and off the mat. Through reflective exercises, meditation practices, and ethical guidelines, you will develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your role as a yoga teacher, and learn how to create a welcoming and supportive community for your students. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner looking to deepen your practice or a beginner looking to start your journey, this yoga teacher training manual will be your ultimate companion, guiding you towards a more fulfilling and purposeful life. Get ready to embark on a life-changing adventure that will inspire and transform you, and empower you to inspire and transform others.

Transformational Yoga: A Modern Journey from Student to Teacher

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Get ready for the journey of a lifetime in the first book of an all-new, captivating fantasy series from thrilling debut author Gillian Grant. 
As a hunter, Evren Hanali of Orenlion has probably seen it all and done even more, even though she likes to fade into the background. She prefers a solitary existence, doing the jobs she’s commissioned for and not much else. But fate has other plans. It seems she has a destiny—one she is only beginning to unravel. And unlikely companions and exotic places are only the beginning of her journey. 
When circumstances beyond her control—and gravity—send her plummeting to what she fears may be her death, walking away unscathed opens a world of possibilities. Somehow, she becomes the leader of a motley crew of allies with a shared mission. Only it’s not clear what anyone’s end goal is, and trust is hard-earned. Still, the merry band of adventurers finds solace and friendship along the way—not to mention dangers galore. 
In the instance of the Yawning Deep, as above is not as below. Add magic and mayhem to the mix, and Evren has the fight of her life on her hands. When one hard-fought win leads to revelations of lies, deceit, and murder, Evren and company must be willing to fight for what they believe—and each other. 
Or die trying.

Where the Shadows Beckon

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Gillian Grant

The journey of a lifetime continues in this epic dark fantasy series: perfect for fans of A.K. Larkwood and Victoria Aveyard. 
When the lands they travel are as deadly as the enemies they face. 
Bound together by friendship and the need to survive, the Wandering Sols loyalties are tested as their journey leads into the lands of eternal night. Evren Hanali, Gyda, Abraxas Kain, Arke, Solri Amet, and Sorin Trinity have no idea what’s coming for them. 
Lured back to the Reino Terminan by the horrible news of her clan’s fate, Gyda finds herself under the thrall of the same unknown necromancer who now controls her undead kin. Her only hope is her new friends, but there are so many things she never told them. 
Rescuing Gyda from a fate worse than death forces the ragtag team of adventurers to the very brink. But not only do the Wandering Sols have to save their friend, they're going to have to confront a past that's been haunting her and the secrets she kept. Their journey through the icy tundra is almost as dangerous as the enemies who are lurking in the shadows. 
In the war against darkness itself, the biggest risk is exposing your secrets to the light of day.

Where the Night Consumes (Blood of Eith)

Kuwait by the First Photographers documents the period between 1900 and 1950, which saw Kuwait's emergence from a vulnerable sheikhdom negotiating a precarious independence among neighboring powers--the British in India and the Gulf, the Ottoman Turks in Mesopotamia, and the central Arabian chieftaincies of Ha'il and Riyadh--to a nation-state with the highest per capita income in the world. It is an outstanding visual record of a crucial time before the centuries-old way of life, centred on pearling, fishing, boat-building and trade by land and sea, was swept away. Kuwait's people, with no natural resources of their own, not even fresh water, managed by skillful use of their geopolitical position and traditional skills to make Kuwait not only the foremost Arabian port in the Gulf, but also a force to be reckoned with in north-east Arabia. European fascination with the Arab way of life is reflected in the photographs of many renowned travellers including Freya Stark, Alan Villiers and Wilfred Thesiger.

Kuwait By the First Photographers

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

I.B.Tauris

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