Download or read book Love Hate and Other Filters written by Samira Ahmed and published by Soho Press. This book was released on 2018-01-16 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In this unforgettable debut novel, an Indian-American Muslim teen copes with Islamophobia, cultural divides among peers and parents, and a reality she can neither explain nor escape. Seventeen-year-old Maya Aziz is torn between worlds. There’s the proper one her parents expect for their good Indian daughter: attending a college close to their suburban Chicago home and being paired off with an older Muslim boy her mom deems “suitable.” And then there is the world of her dreams: going to film school and living in New York City—and pursuing a boy she’s known from afar since grade school. But in the aftermath of a horrific crime perpetrated hundreds of miles away, her life is turned upside down. The community she’s known since birth becomes unrecognizable; neighbors and classmates are consumed with fear, bigotry, and hatred. Ultimately, Maya must find the strength within to determine where she truly belongs.

Download or read book Maya and the Town that Loved a Tree written by Kiki and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 1992 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A town and its people overcome by pollution is visited by Maya, a little girl who loves trees. Longer story for 5-7 yrs.

Download or read book Pawn written by Maya St. James and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-01-16 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “I want to spend your last semester getting you out of those fucking pearls and on all fours.” That's what he said to me when he found out that with one semester of college left, my father—his colleague—had cut me off. Young, wickedly handsome, and deliciously moody, Senator Graham Delaney's filthy proposition to cover tuition in exchange for one semester of kink was terrifying and thrilling and offensive. If you're wondering if I told him to go screw himself after he gave me his ultimatum—if the night ended with me slapping that smirk off his face—that didn't happen. Instead, I did what I needed to do. I just didn't expect to like it. Volume 1 of a 3 part serial. WARNING: The pages of this novella contain filthy words, naughty situations, and is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Reader discretion advised.

Download or read book The Impact of Virginia Woolf on Anita Desai written by Dr. Varsha P. Zanwar and published by RUT Printer and Publisher. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Virginia Woolf was a talented and indefatigable writer. She was a very serious and conscious artist, interested more in the life of the mind - in sensation, thoughts, feelings, intuitions - than in the life of external action. Being an artist of great insight and penetration, she painted a picture of real life as she saw it. In her desire to paint reality she broke with the traditions and conventions of the 19th century novel. Anita Desai is also an indisputably one of the most powerful and distinguished contemporary Indian novelists in English. A novelist of considerable merit, Anita Desai has enriched the tradition of the Indian novel in English. She is a conscious artist of a high order and her concern for human has imparted profound appeal to her novels. Anita Desai, in contrast with other women novelists is more interested in the interior landscape of the mind, the thought than in political and social realities. Thus, Virginia Woolf and Anita Desai are two great artists in the realm of English fiction. Both are rooted in two totally different milieus, yet the works of two share not only in structure and themes but also in imagery, style and technique. The study of the impact of Virginia Woolf on Anita Desai provides a very fascinating and rewarding experience. Anita Desai and Virginia Woolf have taken deep interest in depicting the family structure. These two writers have their thematic nexus on the familial relationship. It is the depiction of the familial relationships, which binds the two novelists with each other in a strong bond. Though these two great writers, Woolf and Desai are from two different centuries and countries, the works of two shares in the structure, themes like loneliness, isolation, death etc. and imagery. Also, in the novels of both, there is a major role of ‘time and memory’. This book makes a modest attempt to focus attention upon the impact of Woolf on Desai. In both Woolf and Desai, we find an almost obsessive involvement with the characters’ past as a key to their consciousness, their lives. A pre-occupation with nostalgia and memory thus becomes an integral part of their craft. But these are not used as things in themselves. They are used artistically both for thematic as well as formal purposes. A careful study of the novels makes us understand how they are made to function as artistic tools. This book particularly, highlights the impact of Virginia Woolf on Anita Desai, with respect to three novels of each. These are - I) Mrs. Dalloway and Cry, the Peacock II) To the Lighthouse and Clear Light of Day III) The Waves and Fire on the Mountain I record my gratefulness to the principal of J.E.S. College, Jalna- Dr. R. S. Agrawal, Head of the Department of English- M.A. Sami Siddiqui for support and encouragement at every stage of my work. I also offer my sincere thanks to the senior teachers of my Department for their valuable suggestions. I feel deeply to put into words my sense of thankfulness to my parents and family. I am thankful to Rut Printer and Publisher and Dr. U. P. Mogle for the valuable work help to design and print. Dr. Varsha P. Zanwar

Download or read book The Silence Between Us written by Alison Gervais and published by Blink. This book was released on 2019-08-13 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Faced with the challenges of transitioning from a Hard of Hearing School to a Hearing high school, Maya has more than a learning curve. But what if she has more to learn about herself and how far she is willing to push for what she believes in? Perfect for contemporary fiction fans, The Silence Between Us is a novel that doesn’t shy away from the real-life struggles of high school, heart break, and d/Deaf culture. Schneider Family Book Award, Best Teen Honor Book 2020 Torn from her Hard of Hearing school when her mother's job takes them across the country, Deaf teen Maya must attend a hearing school for the first time since her hearing loss. As if that wasn’t hard enough, she also has to adjust to the hearing culture, which she finds frustrating. When her new friends and classmates start pushing into Maya’s thoughts about what it means to be Deaf, it clashes with her idea of self-worth and values. Looking past graduation towards a future medical career, Maya knows nothing, not even an unexpected romance, will derail her pursuits or cause her to question her integrity. Wattpad sensation Alison Gervais writes a stunning portrayal of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing culture in this clean YA contemporary romance. Drawing from her own deaf experience and relationship with the HoH community, Gervais provides a personal interview and commentary on cochlear implants. The Silence Between Us mixes lighthearted romance with deeper social issues facing minority groups. “The Silence Between Us?is eminently un-put-down-able.” (NPR) “Gervais deftly renders both the nuanced, everyday realities of life with disability and Maya’s fierce pride in her Deafness, delivering a vibrant story that will resonate with Deaf and hearing audiences alike.” –?Booklist “A solid addition to middle/high school fiction that allows for deep discussion about stereotypes concerning disabilities.”?School Library Journal “This is a great YA contemporary (clean) romance that follows Maya as she navigates a new school and plans for her future. The addition of representation by a Deaf character was really beautifully done. Highly recommend for people looking for a sweet, engaging, and educational romantic read.” (YA and Kids Book Central)

Download or read book Popular a Memoir written by Maya Van Wagenen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Documents a high school student's year-long attempt to change her social status from that of a misfit to a member of the "in" crowd by following advice in a 1950s popularity guide, an experiment that triggered embarrassment, humor and unexpected surprises.

Download or read book Mayas Ordeal And Return To Life written by Dr. Manidipa Chatterjee and published by Walnut Publication. This book was released on 2021-02-19 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Maya’s Ordeal & Return to Life” - This story revolves around the life of a young girl called Maya hailing from a middle class Bengali family of Kolkata, India. She started her life just like an ordinary girl with all her dreams, aspirations but her stupendous ordeal of life started after her marriage with Raj, a NRI who stayed at Philadelphia and with whom she was never happy. Failed marriage, untimely demise of Maya’s father, murder of her youngest brother in Australia and sudden Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) of her younger sister had a profound impact on her mind and physique. In every step of life she faced all these challenges very gracefully. She kept her head high enough to cope up with all her sorrows & pain and never thought twice to sacrifice her love of life to her sister to make her happy. Different phases of her life as a struggler, successful entrepreneur, a responsible elder sister and an enigmatic lover are all merged within her personality. Thus this is a memoir of Maya’s transformation from an ordinary girl to an extraordinary emancipated and spirited human being.

Download or read book Maya s Laws of Love written by Alina Khawaja and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A charming, funny, and unique twist on challenging the laws and traditions that shape us." —Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author of Yours Truly A bride-to-be convinced she’s cursed in romance finds her luck changing—at exactly the wrong time. Maya Mirza is so convinced she’s unlucky in love that she’s come up with a list of laws to explain it. Most importantly… Maya’s Law #1: Anything that can go wrong will go wrong. But that’s about to change. Maya’s headed to Pakistan for an arranged marriage with a handsome, successful doctor who ticks all the right boxes. First comes marriage, then comes love—she’s sure of it. Except… Law #4: When you think you’re lucky, think again. From the start, Maya's journey is riddled with disaster, and the cynical lawyer seated next to her on the plane isn’t helping. When a storm leaves them stranded in Switzerland, she and Sarfaraz become unlikely travel companions through bus breakdowns and missed connections. Law #6: Trips are never smooth sailing. And before long, Maya’s wondering whether she’s just experienced the ultimate in misfortune—finally meeting the right man a few days before she marries someone else. And Maya might just be the worst person to keep a secret. Law #18: If you’re overtired, you’ll always spill your guts. But maybe, if she’s willing to bend some laws, this detour could take her somewhere totally—and wonderfully—unexpected. "Rooted in Pakistani and Muslim culture and faith, this romance is a fun romp that features plenty of adventure and plot twists. Recommend to fans of Uzma Jalaluddin." —Library Journal, starred review

Download or read book The Mythology of Mayas Aztecs and Incas written by Lewis Spence and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Mythology of Mayas, Aztecs and Incas' by Lewis Spence, readers are taken on a captivating exploration of the intricate belief systems and mythical tales of these ancient Mesoamerican civilizations. Spence delves into the rich tapestry of gods, heroes, and cosmological narratives that shaped the spiritual outlook of the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas. His scholarly approach not only provides a comprehensive overview of the mythologies but also offers insights into the cultural and historical contexts that influenced them. Written in a lucid and engaging style, this book serves as an indispensable guide to understanding the symbolic universe of these fascinating civilizations. Spence skillfully weaves together archaeological evidence, historical accounts, and comparative analysis to unravel the complex mythological traditions of the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas. Lewis Spence, a renowned Scottish folklorist and scholar of mythology, brings his expertise to bear in this illuminating study. His passion for unearthing the hidden meanings behind ancient myths shines through in the meticulous research and meticulous attention to detail displayed in this work. Whether you are a student of Mesoamerican cultures, a mythology enthusiast, or simply a curious reader seeking to dive into the mysteries of the past, 'The Mythology of Mayas, Aztecs and Incas' is a must-read that will enrich your understanding of these enigmatic civilizations.

Download or read book Sacred Mysteries Mayas K iche s written by Augustus Le Plongeon and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a result of author's trip to Yucatán where he studied ancient Maya sites. His goal was to explore the possibility of links between the Maya and the civilizations of ancient Egypt and Atlantis. The author was one of the first persons to photograph and study Chicen Itza. His photographic work was methodical and systematic, and he took hundreds of photos. He documented entire Maya buildings, such as the "Governor's Palace" at Uxmal. The results of author's research along with photos are presented in this book.

Download or read book Maya and the Robot written by Eve L. Ewing and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-07-13 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From award-winning author Eve L. Ewing comes an illustrated middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend -- and a science fair project. Maya's nervous about fifth grade. She tries to keep calm by reminding herself she knows what to expect. But then she learns that this year won't be anything like the last. For the first time since kindergarten, her best friends Jada and MJ are placed in a different class without her, and introverted Maya has trouble making new friends. She tries to put on a brave face since they are in fifth grade now, but Maya is nervous! Just when too much seems to be changing, she finds a robot named Ralph in the back of Mr. Mac's convenience store closet. Once she uses her science skills to get him up and running, a whole new world of connection opens up as Ralph becomes a member of her family and Maya begins to step into her power. In this touching novel, Eve L. Ewing melds together a story about community, adapting to change, and the magic of ingenuity that reminds young readers that they can always turn to their own curiosity when feeling lost.

Download or read book Mayan Folktales Cuentos folkl ricos mayas written by Susan A. Thompson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2007-08-30 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the traditional stories of the Mayan people of Mexico and Central and South America, and learn about Mayan culture. In this collection you'll find such tales as Uncle Rabbit, Uncle Coyote, How the Serpent was Born, The Moon, The Screamer of the Night, and more than 25 other tales ranging from trickster tales and tales of ghosts and witches to moral tales and tales of the underworld, presented in Spanish and English. A brief history, color photographs of the land, people, and traditional arts, and recipes accompany the tales, placing them within a cultural context. Grades K-12.

Download or read book Mayas in Postwar Guatemala written by Walter E. Little and published by University of Alabama Press. This book was released on 2009-05-17 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like the original Harvest of Violence, published in 1988, this volume reveals how the contemporary Mayas contend with crime, political violence, internal community power struggles, and the broader impact of transnational economic and political policies in Guatemala. However, this work, informed by long-term ethnographic fieldwork in Mayan communities and commitment to conducting research in Mayan languages, places current anthropological analyses in relation to Mayan political activism and key Mayan intellectuals’ research and criticism. Illustrating specifically how Mayas in this post-war period conceive of their social and political place in Guatemala, Mayas working in factories, fields, and markets, and participating in local, community-level politics provide critiques of the government, the Maya movement, and the general state of insecurity and social and political violence that they continue to face on a daily basis. Their critical assessments and efforts to improve political, social, and economic conditions illustrate their resiliency and positive, nonviolent solutions to Guatemala’s ongoing problems that deserve serious consideration by Guatemalan and US policy makers, international non-government organizations, peace activists, and even academics studying politics, social agency, and the survival of indigenous people. CONTRIBUTORS Abigail E. Adams / José Oscar Barrera Nuñez / Peter Benson / Barbara Bocek / Jennifer L. Burrell / Robert M. Carmack / Monica DeHart / Edward F. Fischer / Liliana Goldín / Walter E. Little / Judith M. Maxwell / J. Jailey Philpot-Munson / Brenda Rosenbaum / Timothy J. Smith / David Stoll

Download or read book Sacred Mysteries Among the Mayas and the Quiches written by Augustus Le Plongeon and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-08-05 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Sacred Mysteries Among the Mayas and the Quiches by Augustus Le Plongeon

Download or read book The Secret of The Veda written by Sri Aurobindo and published by editionNEXT.com. This book was released on 2016-04-11 with total page 741 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Secret of The Veda" by Sri Aurobindo. This book is collection of Sri Aurobindo’s various writings on the Veda and his translations of some of the hymns, originally published in the monthly review 'Arya' between August 1914 and 1920. This book contains few scripts in Sanskrit language. If you are unable to read Sanskrit script don't worry all scripts are translated in English and with proper Sanskrit pronunciation in Roman character.

Download or read book Religious Transformation in Maya Guatemala written by John P. Hawkins and published by University of New Mexico Press. This book was released on 2021-05-01 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mayas, and indeed all Guatemalans, are currently experiencing the collapse of their way of life. This collapse is disrupting ideologies, symbols, life practices, and social structures that have undergirded their society for almost five hundred years, and it is causing rapid and massive religious transformation among the K’iche’ Maya living in highland western Guatemala. Many Maya are converting to Christian Pentecostal faiths in which adherents and leaders become bodily agitated during worship. Drawing on over fifty years of research and data collected by field-school students, Hawkins argues that two factors—cultural collapse and systematic social and economic exclusion—explain the recent religious transformation of Maya Guatemala and the style and emotional intensity through which that transformation is expressed. Guatemala serves as a window on religious change around the world, and Hawkins examines the rapid pentecostalization of Christianity not only within Guatemala but also throughout the global South. The “pentecostal wail,” as he describes it, is ultimately an acknowledgment of the angst and insecurity of contemporary Maya.

Download or read book Collecting Guatemalan Slingshots written by Andrew Malleson and published by Dr. Andrew Malleson. This book was released on 2016-07-26 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book about the history of Guatemalan sling shots, with close to one thousand illustrations.