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Truth is a Flightless Bird

by Akbar Hussain ...

“Aid worker. Smuggler. Time bomb.” Truth is a Flightless Bird is a literary crime novel set in present-day Nairobi. It follows Nice, a pregnant aid worker smuggling drugs into the city; Duncan, the pastor who tries to save her; Ciru, the traditional healer who holds her fate; and Toogood, the trafficker whose network binds them together. It is a tightly plotted, nuanced portrayal of characters ... Read more

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“Aid worker. Smuggler. Time bomb.” Truth is a Flightless Bird is a literary crime novel set in present-day Nairobi. It follows Nice, a pregnant aid worker smuggling drugs into the city; Duncan, the pastor who tries to save her; Ciru, the traditional healer who holds her fate; and Toogood, the trafficker whose network binds them together. It is a tightly plotted, nuanced portrayal of characters
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Will Turn Hell into Paradise, Just Wait!

by Akbar ...

Here is a set of poems that moves the reader deeply—with hope and pain. They are intimate, emotional, and well-crafted. Akbar has genuine poetry in him, and I have no doubt he will soon find a respectable place among the Malayalam poets available in English, who, unfortunately, are too few.— K. SatchidanandanAkbar’s poetry is simple, deeply communicative with the contemporary world, and universal ... Read more

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Here is a set of poems that moves the reader deeply—with hope and pain. They are intimate, emotional, and well-crafted. Akbar has genuine poetry in him, and I have no doubt he will soon find a respectable place among the Malayalam poets available in English, who, unfortunately, are too few.— K. SatchidanandanAkbar’s poetry is simple, deeply communicative with the contemporary world, and universal
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The Community of Self

by Na'im Akbar ...

Narrated by Hassiem Muhammad ...

Unabridged

2 hours 23 min

This revised and expanded version of The Community of Self is one of Akbar’s six books which address the issue of a holistic human psychology and an increased understanding of the unique psychological functioning of African-American in particular. The Community of Self has been adapted as stage play, used as a guide for education of African-American children… applied in workshops for social ... Read more

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This revised and expanded version of The Community of Self is one of Akbar’s six books which address the issue of a holistic human psychology and an increased understanding of the unique psychological functioning of African-American in particular. The Community of Self has been adapted as stage play, used as a guide for education of African-American children… applied in workshops for social
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Crossing the Red Line

Biden, His Advisors, and Israel's War in Gaza

by Akbar Shahid Ahmed ...

Narrated by Shawn K. Jain ...

Unabridged

12 hours 18 min

Following Hamas's horrific October 7 attack, Israel launched an offensive of staggering violence in Gaza, saying it targeted militants while regularly striking hospitals, schools, and homes. Critically acclaimed journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed offers extensive reporting and chilling new details about how the Biden administration enabled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu―ignoring warnings ... Read more

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Following Hamas's horrific October 7 attack, Israel launched an offensive of staggering violence in Gaza, saying it targeted militants while regularly striking hospitals, schools, and homes. Critically acclaimed journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed offers extensive reporting and chilling new details about how the Biden administration enabled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu―ignoring warnings
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Martyr! (National Book Award Finalist)

A novel

by Kaveh Akbar ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • SHORTLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD • ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • ATIME MUST-READ BOOK OF THE YEAR • A newly sober, orphaned son of Iranian immigrants, guided by the voices of artists, poets, and kings, embarks on a remarkable search for a family secret that leads him to a terminally ill painter living out her final days in ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • SHORTLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD • ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • ATIME MUST-READ BOOK OF THE YEAR • A newly sober, orphaned son of Iranian immigrants, guided by the voices of artists, poets, and kings, embarks on a remarkable search for a family secret that leads him to a terminally ill painter living out her final days in
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Unbuild Walls

Why Immigrant Justice Needs Abolition

by Silky Shah ...

“Those who build walls are their own prisoners. I am going to go fulfill my proper function in the social organism. I’m going to go unbuild walls.”—Ursula K. Le Guin, The DispossessedDrawing from over twenty years of activism on local and national levels, this striking book offers an organizer’s perspective on the intersections of immigrant rights, racial justice, and prison abolition.In the wake ... Read more

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“Those who build walls are their own prisoners. I am going to go fulfill my proper function in the social organism. I’m going to go unbuild walls.”—Ursula K. Le Guin, The DispossessedDrawing from over twenty years of activism on local and national levels, this striking book offers an organizer’s perspective on the intersections of immigrant rights, racial justice, and prison abolition.In the wake
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Kashmir: Behind the Vale

by MJ Akbar ...

MJ Akbar is among those who have made a significant impact on Indian society by their writing, whether as authors or editors. Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the seminal newsmagazine, Sunday, in 1976 and The Telegraph in 1982, he revolutionized Indian journalism in the 1970s and 80s. In the 1990s he launched The Asian Age, a multi-edition daily that once again had substantive impact on the ... Read more

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MJ Akbar is among those who have made a significant impact on Indian society by their writing, whether as authors or editors. Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the seminal newsmagazine, Sunday, in 1976 and The Telegraph in 1982, he revolutionized Indian journalism in the 1970s and 80s. In the 1990s he launched The Asian Age, a multi-edition daily that once again had substantive impact on the
... Read more
Crossing the Red Line

Biden, His Advisors, and Israel's War in Gaza

by Akbar Shahid Ahmed ...

A powerful and authoritative account of how the Biden administration fueled atrocities in Gaza, from an award-winning foreign affairs journalist.Following Hamas’s horrific October 7 attack, Israel launched an offensive of staggering violence in Gaza, saying it targeted militants while regularly striking hospitals, schools, and homes. Critically acclaimed journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed offers ... Read more

$21.89 USD

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A powerful and authoritative account of how the Biden administration fueled atrocities in Gaza, from an award-winning foreign affairs journalist.Following Hamas’s horrific October 7 attack, Israel launched an offensive of staggering violence in Gaza, saying it targeted militants while regularly striking hospitals, schools, and homes. Critically acclaimed journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed offers
... Read more

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The Great Disconnect Between Islam and Muslims

An Extraordinary Perspective of An Ordinary Muslim on The Decline of The Ummah

by Akbar Hussaini ...

What are the causes for Muslim decline from the zenith of knowledge, wisdom, progress and power? This plain-spoken introspection comes not from the perspective of a scholar, Alim or Sheikh, but from that of an ordinary Muslim whose honest evaluation could be instantly relatable to the other Muslims. This forthright examination supported by well researched sources could be the first step in ... Read more

$7.99 USD

What are the causes for Muslim decline from the zenith of knowledge, wisdom, progress and power? This plain-spoken introspection comes not from the perspective of a scholar, Alim or Sheikh, but from that of an ordinary Muslim whose honest evaluation could be instantly relatable to the other Muslims. This forthright examination supported by well researched sources could be the first step in
... Read more
The Odyssey Mindset

7 Timeless Lessons on Strength, Resilience, and the Power of Purpose

by Sam Akbar PhD ...

Seven essential life lessons from The Odyssey—a timeless story of grit, resilience, and staying true to your purpose.Who are you? Who do you want to become? How do you treat others, and what truly matters? The Odyssey Mindset transforms the ancient wisdom of Homer's epic into a practical, reassuring toolkit for modern life. Each of the seven lessons pairs a moment from Odysseus's journey with ... Read more

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Seven essential life lessons from The Odyssey—a timeless story of grit, resilience, and staying true to your purpose.Who are you? Who do you want to become? How do you treat others, and what truly matters? The Odyssey Mindset transforms the ancient wisdom of Homer's epic into a practical, reassuring toolkit for modern life. Each of the seven lessons pairs a moment from Odysseus's journey with
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The Cube Maze Adventure

The Enchanted Guidebook to Solving Rubik's Cube

by Akbar Nurlan ...

Embark on a thrilling journey through the twists and turns of The Cube Maze Adventure. In this enchanting tale, young readers follow Akbar on an unforgettable quest filled with mystery, excitement, and problem-solving. As they navigate the intricate paths of the Rubik's Cube maze, they'll discover the power of determination, teamwork, and imagination.With colorful characters and captivating ... Read more

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the twists and turns of The Cube Maze Adventure. In this enchanting tale, young readers follow Akbar on an unforgettable quest filled with mystery, excitement, and problem-solving. As they navigate the intricate paths of the Rubik's Cube maze, they'll discover the power of determination, teamwork, and imagination.With colorful characters and captivating
... Read more
The Malay Ancient Kingdoms

My Journey to the Ancient World of Nusantara

by Nahar Akbar Khan ...

Personal account and onsite images bring to life Nahar Akbar Khans exhilarating discovery of ancient kingdoms in the Malay Nusantara, spanning parts of the present-day Malaysia and Indonesia. Join the author as he takes you on a journey to uncover fascinating stories of the glorious past from powerful kings, wars and mergers, to architecturally magnificent monuments, the legacies of these ancient ... Read more

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Personal account and onsite images bring to life Nahar Akbar Khans exhilarating discovery of ancient kingdoms in the Malay Nusantara, spanning parts of the present-day Malaysia and Indonesia. Join the author as he takes you on a journey to uncover fascinating stories of the glorious past from powerful kings, wars and mergers, to architecturally magnificent monuments, the legacies of these ancient
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