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  Anatolia in the Iron Age: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  During the Late Bronze Age, from about 1500-1200 BCE, the Near East was a time and place where great kingdoms and empires vied for land and influence, playing high stakes diplomatic games, trading, and occasionally going to war with each other in the process. The Egyptians, Hittites, Babylonians, Assyrians, and several smaller Canaanite kingdoms were all part of this system, which was one of the first true “global” systems in world history and also one of the most materially prosperous eras in antiquity.  
  Thus, the transition from the Bronze to the Iron Age during the late 13th and early 12th centuries BCE arguably changed the structure and course of world history more fundamentally than any period before or since, and at the center of this period of turmoil was a group of people known today as the Sea Peoples, the English translation of the name given to them by the Egyptians. Despite their prominent role in history, however, the Sea Peoples remain as mysterious as they were influential; while the Egyptians documented their presence and the wars against them, it has never been clear exactly where the Sea Peoples originated from, or what compelled them to invade various parts of the region with massive numbers. Whatever the reason, the Sea Peoples posed an existential threat to the people already living in the region, as noted by an Egyptian inscription: “The foreign countries made a conspiracy in their islands. All at once the lands were removed and scattered in the fray. No land could stand before their arms: from Hatti, Qode, Carchemish, Arzawa and Alashiya on, being cut off at one time. A camp was set up in Amurru. They desolated its people, and its land was like that which has never come into being. They were coming forward toward Egypt, while the flame was prepared before them."

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  My Blue Book of Grammar for Class 6

  Meigha Rawat

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  A Grammar Series That Uses the Functional Approach 
  
  KEY FEATURES 
  - Functional approach to grammar teaching, using exemplars to illustrate the usage before defining the structure and rules 
  - Vocabulary taught through language-in-use to build the learners’ vocabulary through use rather than memorisation of rules 
  - Contemporary topics to inculcate 21-century skills amongst learners 
  - Use of literature to help learners understand how grammar is used in text 
  - A comprehension section comprising texts from different genres so that learners may relate grammar to different types of works produced in English 
  - Phonics in Grades 1 and 2 to teach the very basis of language 
  - Uniquely stylised illustrations 
  - Activities such as puzzles, crosswords, word grids and games to aid the facilitator in using the concept of ‘flipped classroom’ 
  - Periodic tests to help the learners self-assess the acquisition of concepts 
  - Digital component to cater to a technology-driven classroom 
  
  DESCRIPTION: 
  My Blue Book of Grammar is a course that has been conceptualized and designed keeping in mind the increasingly dynamic role of the English language in today’s world. Especially in our country, where English serves as the lingua franca, a grammar course has to offer not only an exposition of the pedagogy but also the exhibition of the utility of that pedagogy. The aim of a grammar series should be to encourage the development of competency amongst learners, even though their proficiency levels may vary. While the level of exposure to English of all learners may be different, a grammar series should aid in the development of a certain level of confidence amongst the learners, with the end result being that they are able to converse without hesitation in English. 
  
  WHAT WILL YOU LEARN 
  - Understand grammar concepts 
  - Learn how to use different vocabulary concepts taught through language-in-use 
  - Learn 21-century skills 
  - Develop deeper understanding of and appreciation for literature 
  - Have clearer pronunciation through a better understanding of phonics 
  
  WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR: 
  School students of Grades 6 
  
  TABLE OF CONTENTS 
  GRAMMAR 
  1. Types of Clauses – Let’s Recall 
  2. Simple, Compound and Complex Sentences 
  3. Pronoun–Antecedent Agreement 
  4. Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns 
  5. Auxiliaries and Modals – Revision 
  6. Transitive and Intransitive Verbs 
  8. Future Continuous Form 
  9. Future Perfect Form 
  10. Future Perfect Continuous Form 
  11. Types of Adjectives 
  12. Hyphens in Compound Adjectives 
  13. Adjectives vs Adverbs 
  14. Colon 
  15. Punctuating Addresses 
  Test Paper 1 
  VOCABULARY 
  16. Noun–Noun Collocations 
  17. Prefix: sub–, non– 
  18. Latin and Greek Roots of Words 
  19. Analogies 
  20. Idioms and Adages 
  21. Formal and Informal Language 
  22. Words with Multiple Meanings 
  23. Clichés 
  24. Shades of Meaning 
  25. Figures of Speech 
  Test Paper 2 
  WRITING 
  26. Formal Letter Writing 
  27. Informal Letter Writing 
  28. Writing a Formal Email 
  29. Writing an Informal Email 
  30. Interview Transcription 
  31. Writing a Story 
  32. Writing an Itinerary 
  33. Writing a Poem 
  34. Using Imagery in Poems 
  35. Avoiding Clichés When Writing a Poem 
  Test Paper 3 
  COMPREHENSION 
  36. Message to the Grassroots 
  37. Mallakhamb 
  38. Luka 
  39. The Solitude of Latin America 
  Orange Global Olympiad – English Sample Paper

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  How is One to Be Aware? - Ojai...

  Jiddu Krishnamurti

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  How is one to be aware? - 30 July 1949 
  • Does the understanding of ourselves demand a specialization? • What is it that we need capacity for? 
  • How is one to be capable of meeting life as a whole? 
  • How are we aware of something? 
  • To understand relationship there must be an awareness which is not aggressively positive. 
  • Q: All religions have insisted on some kind of self-discipline to moderate the instincts of the brute in man. You seem to imply that such disciplines are a hindrance to the realization of God. Who is right in this matter?

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  Book Review: Rich Dad Poor Dad...

  50 50minutes

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  It can be hard for busy professionals to find the time to read the latest books. Stay up to date in a fraction of the time with this concise guide.Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki is one of the bestselling books of this generation and is now taught in business schools around the world. What makes it so special? The answer is undoubtedly Kiyosaki's unique writing style; the book not only offers financial advice, but also entertaining anecdotes about his childhood and the lessons he learnt from his real dad (his 'poor dad') and a father figure (his 'rich dad'). Kiyosaki is the founder of the Rich Dad Company, which provides personal finance education through books, films, games and workshops, teaching people the importance of entrepreneurship and escaping the 'rat race'. This book review and analysis is perfect for: • Anyone wanting to understand more about active and passive income • Anyone looking to escape the 'rat race'• Anyone who wants financial advice from a self-made millionaireAbout 50MINUTES.COM|BOOK REVIEWThe Book Review series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at anyone who is looking to learn from experts in their field without spending hours reading endless pages of information. Our reviews present a concise summary of the main points of each book, as well as providing context, different perspectives and concrete examples to illustrate the key concepts.

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  Disgrace - Global Reflections on...

  Joanna Bourke

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  Looking across time and the globe, a critical history of sexual violence—what causes it and how we overcome it. 
   
   
    
  Disgrace is the first truly global history of sexual violence. The book explores how sexual violence varies widely across time and place, from nineteenth-century peasant women in Ireland who were abducted as a way of forcing marriage, to date-raped high-school students in twentieth-century America, and from girls and women violated by Russian soldiers in 1945 to Dalit women raped by men of higher castes today. It delves into the factors that facilitate violence—including institutions, ideologies, and practices—but also gives voice to survivors and activists, drawing inspiration from their struggles. Ultimately, Joanna Bourke intends to forge a transnational feminism that will promote a more harmonious, equal, and rape—and violence-free world.

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  The Story of Manhattan

  Charles Hemstreet

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  The Story of Manhattan by Charles Hemstreet is a compelling narrative history of New York City, tracing the island’s evolution from a pristine, wooded homeland of Native Americans to the world-renowned metropolis we know today. Written in the early 20th century, this rich and engaging account captures pivotal moments—from Henry Hudson’s arrival aboard the Half Moon in 1609 to the colonial days of New Amsterdam, and beyond. 
  With vivid storytelling and historical insight, Hemstreet presents a city shaped by explorers, settlers, visionaries, and everyday people. Through its blend of folklore and fact, The Story of Manhattan invites listeners to rediscover the roots of America’s most iconic city and reflect on the layers of transformation that define it. 
  Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, and fans of New York lore, this audiobook delivers an accessible and enlightening portrait of Manhattan’s deep heritage.

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