Layla S Gift

"Layla's Gift" is a heartwarming children's book that celebrates the beauty of diversity, friendship, and cultural understanding. Written by Alina Syed, this enchanting story follows Layla, a young girl who embarks on her first Ramadan fasting experience. As Layla's friends, Luke and Kate, discover her fasting journey, they become curious about her culture and join her in exploring the wonders of Ramadan. Through Layla's eyes, readers learn about the significance of Ramadan, the practices observed during the holy month, and the values of gratitude, prayer, and charity. Layla's determination to observe her fast despite challenges and her eagerness to share her culture with her friends create an atmosphere of inclusivity and acceptance. As the story unfolds, Layla's friends experience the magic of the neighborhood mosque, where they witness the joyous breaking of the fast (iftar) and immerse themselves in the vibrant cultural traditions surrounding Ramadan. The book beautifully captures the essence of the mosque, with its golden dome, dazzling silver moon and star sign, and the warmth of community gatherings. "Layla's Gift" encourages children to embrace and appreciate different cultures, fostering empathy and understanding. It emphasizes the importance of friendship, kindness, and respect for others' beliefs and traditions. With its engaging narrative, relatable characters, and vivid illustrations, this book inspires young readers to celebrate diversity and recognize the value of their own cultural heritage. Ideal for children aged 5 to 10, "Layla's Gift" is a delightful addition to any bookstore or library collection. It promotes cultural literacy, opens doors to dialogue, and encourages young minds to embrace the rich tapestry of our global society.

All year a black Labrador named Layla patiently awaits the joyous Christmas season while living a wonderful life at home with her parents, of whom she is deeply cherished. Life for the young dog is picture-perfect, until new challenges arise in the household that leave Layla questioning her role in the family. Though disheartened, Layla reminds herself that Christmas is right around the corner, along with the love and togetherness that her favorite holiday brings. In this touching children's story of unconditional love, the magic of Christmas, and one remarkable gift, we are reminded that the powerful bond between a dog and their family can never be broken and love lives on in the heart forever.

Previous critical studies have focused on feminist approaches to Janes's oeuvre. This study seeks to expand those discussions through an analysis of the aesthetics of cultural otherness (rather than simply gendered otherness) within Janes's prolific literary production.

This book explores the great diversity and range of Islamic culture through one of the finest collections in the world. Published to coincide with the historic reopening of the galleries of the Metropolitan Museum's Islamic Art Department, it presents nearly three hundred masterworks created in the rich tradition of the Islamic faith and culture. The Metropolitan's renowned holdings range chronologically from the origins of Islam in the 7th century through the 19th century, and geographically from as far west as Spain to as far east as Southeast Asia.

The first volume in the series Studies in Persian Cultural History is the edited volume based on the papers from the Second Shahnama round-table, held in 2003 in Cambridge and published by Charles Melville in 2006 (The Centre of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, University of Cambridge). This volume brings together a collection of papers exploring many different aspects of the Shahnama, both as literature and as the object of royal patronage. It focuses particularly on the manuscripts in which the poem has been preserved from the thirteenth century onwards, and the relationships between Firdausi's text and the rich variety of the miniature paintings created to illustrate it.

Layla's entire life is a lie. The truth could kill her. As secrets unravel, dangerous beings risk discovery to lay claim to Layla's power. The manipulative forces use their control to preserve their legacy, and threaten to repeat a cataclysmic past. A clue to Layla's origins comes from an unlikely source and reveals a tangled connection with Chase and Gabryle. They grudgingly must work together to gather their allies against the oncoming war. As Layla's hidden powers develop, she learns the deadly cost of strength: Layla's freedom can save the known worlds. Or end them. Emery F Green's exciting sequel to The Unknown Dynasty questions protecting others by force or letting them go. Uncover the interwoven past that will shape the future in The Unknown Deify.

The ability to shape-shift into the revered wolf is a gift given to Laylas people for their bravery. Layla is alone. The history of the ancestors is lost and without it, the understanding Chakloweh wolf spirits gift, the Wakening and its purpose have become a mystery. Without any answers, Layla is the only female ever known to receive the gift shape-shifting and it is her duty as part of the Connor pack to protect her people. With her choices of a normal life taken away, Layla is struggling to find balance and happiness in her life. Will she be able to live a normal human life again? Will the vampires ever leave?

"For centuries, Islamic calligraphy has mesmerized viewers with its beauty, sophistication, and seemingly endless variety of styles. How to Read Islamic Calligraphy offers new perspectives on this distinctive art form, using examples from The Met's superlative collections to explore the enduring preeminence of the written word as a means of creative expression throughout the Islamic world. Combining engaging, accessible texts with stunning new photography, How to Read Islamic Calligraphy introduces readers to the major Islamic script types and explains the various contexts, whether secular or sacred, in which each one came to be used. Beauty and brilliance emerge in equal measure from works of every medium, from lavishly illuminated Qur'an manuscripts, to glassware etched with poetic verses, to ceramic tiles brushed with benedictions. The sheer breadth of objects illustrated in these pages exemplifies the ubiquity of calligraphy, and provides a compelling introduction to this unique art form"--Publisher's description