Nomad publishing sep 2021 (2 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Alcohol has been around for almost as long as man has. This book tells the story of alcoholic drinks in the Middle East region across the ages and follows the communities that have adopted them as part of their national identities. It explores the various cultural and religious attitudes regarding alcohol, with an emphasis on the production of Lebanon's national drink, Araq. Araq - or its sister spirits, pastis, raki, sambuca, mastika, and chartreuse to name just a few - traces its origins back to the very earliest distilled alcohol, in the fertile crescent that skirts the eastern end of the Mediterranean. Often known to the Lebanese as the Milk of Lions, it sits at center table in day-to-day life. Broader than simply a study of the region's favorite digestif, this volume encompasses the general history of alcohol across the Middle East region, from early brewers in Pharaonic Egypt, through to the wine poets of the Abbasid courts and on to its popularity today. Written by an author with long personal experience of fine distilling, this fascinating account encompasses the details of how it is made and conducts an exploration of cultural references in literature and society today. An essential companion for anyone who enjoys the magical milky swirl of iced water hitting aniseed liqueur, this volume celebrates the cherished drink from its earliest discovery through to its undiminished popularity today.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This impressive volume - over 450 pages with illustrations throughout - charts the evolution of the Anglican Diocese of Cyprus and Gulf since its institution on 5th January 1976. Meticulously researched and beautifully presented, this is essential reading not only for those with an interest in the history of the Anglican church but also for anyone following faith and society across the Middle East region. It is a complex story, narrated here with care and insight, bringing together the many strands of the Church's work across a diverse region. Throughout, the Church has ever been careful to maintain sensitive respect in the host countries where Islam is the national religion, extending the same respect to Cyprus where the Greek Orthodox Church prevailed throughout the island until its partition in 1974, and since then south of the Green Line. Transformative political events and the ever-present logistical challenges of a church with reach across such broad and diverse communities make this an exciting story, rich with adventure and drama.…