Most Popular Books by Hana

The Fraternal Complex in the Middle East extends group and family psychoanalytic concepts to formulate hypotheses on the psychic functioning of nation-states as very large families. Focusing on the history of Lebanon as a nation-state, the emergence and role of Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the rise and role of Hamas in the Palestinian sociopolitical field, Hana Salaam Abdel-Malek interprets historical events and conflicts as symptoms of unconscious group and family psychic functioning. This perspective offers insight into the unconscious forces that drive conflicts, especially for mediators and peace architects working on Middle East issues. Salaam Abdel-Malek also proposes a group psychoanalytic approach to provide peacemakers and peacebuilders with complementary mediation tools that can foster transformation and shield or decontaminate them and their practices from the potentially traumatic elements of their profession. The Fraternal Complex in the Middle East will be of interest to group analysts, psychoanalysts in practice and in training, psychologists and mediators. It will also be relevant for readers interested in peacemaking, social conflict and conflict transformation.

Language and Learning in the Cooperative Classroom reports the results of an experiment on the effects of cooperative learning. The authors address the following questions in detail: Is the effect of cooperative learning on achievement more salient for pupils from the majority or minority ethnic groups? Do pupils who study with the Group-Investigation method display more extensive verbal interaction with their peers than pupils who study with the Whole-Class method? Is the pupil''s verbal interaction in groups related to his/her academic achievement? The findings are discussed in terms of their relevance for classroom instruction, for different theories of language behavior and language research, and for issues regarding ethnic relations in multi-ethnic classrooms.

Muhammad Ali was a champion, a poet, a prophet. Sports Illustrated called him “the greatest athlete of the twentieth century.” And yet he was even more than all of that, “a whole greater than the sum of its parts . . . bigger, brighter, more original and influential than just about anyone of his era” (Barack Obama). He got there with his fists, with his actions, and above all, with his words. Compiled and written by his daughter Hana Ali, with sportswriter Danny Peary, Ali on Ali brings together a remarkable mix of Ali’s 70 most humorous, poignant, inspirational, political, and philosophical quotes, all with their origins. Here’s Ali’s enduring boast, “I am the greatest!”—and how it was inspired by professional wrestler Gorgeous George. The story behind one of the most memorably poetic lines of the century—“Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” The heard-round-the-world defiance of “I ain’t got no quarrel with them Viet Cong,” and its moving context. And the stories behind quotes ranging from outrage—“We been in jail for 400 years,” to inspiration—“I hated every minute of training, but I said ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion,’” to that infectious combination of humor and bravado—“If you even dream of beating me you better wake up and apologize.” Included are powerful photographs throughout, from iconic fight scenes to never-before-seen Ali family snapshots; quotes about Ali, from Martin Luther King Jr. to Billy Crystal; a career timeline; and a personal introduction by Hana Ali.

This report examines the role of incentives, trust, and engagement as critical determinants of service delivery performance in MENA countries. Focusing on education and health, the report illustrates how the weak external and internal accountability undermines policy implementation and service delivery performance and how such a cycle of poor performance can be counteracted. Case studies of local success reveal the importance of both formal and informal accountability relationships and the role of local leadership in inspiring and institutionalizing incentives toward better service delivery performance. Enhancing services for MENA citizens requires forging a stronger social contract among public servants, citizens, and service providers while empowering communities and local leaders to find ''best fit'' solutions. Learning from the variations within countries, especially the outstanding local successes, can serve as a solid basis for new ideas and inspiration for improving service delivery. Such learning may help the World Bank Group and other donors as well as national and local leaders and civil society, in developing ways to enhance the trust, voice, and incentives for service delivery to meet citizens'' needs and expectations.

Harlequin Romance – June ‘22 – Box Set Harlequin® Romance brings you a collection of four new titles, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes: #4807 SECOND CHANCE WITH HIS PRINCESS The Baldasseri Royals By Rebecca Winters It’s been ten years since Luca laid eyes on Princess Bella. Back then, their fledgling romance couldn’t survive their controlling families, especially once disaster struck. Now, can they overcome royal expectations to finally claim their happily ever after…? #4808 WHISKED INTO THE BILLIONAIRE’S WORLD By Nina Singh With no choice but to halt her hotel’s most important wedding, Clairey finds herself fired...and face-to-face with Drex, the groom’s billionaire brother. She’s stunned by his proposal: that they fix the mess she made - together! #4809 WEDDING DATE IN MALAYSIA By Michelle Douglas Bridesmaid Ella is ready for a fresh start. So, meeting playboy and best man Harry at the wedding party in Malaysia is excitingly refreshing! Until their unstoppable chemistry, makes keeping focused on creating the perfect wedding almost impossible! #4810 TEMPTATION IN ISTANBUL By Hana Sheik Billionaire Faisal is awaiting custody of his little girl. First, he must win the approval of her nanny, Maryan. But with their attraction hard to ignore, Faisal must decide how much of his bruised heart he is prepared to risk…

Heaven Has No Ground is the fierce, intimate story of Ama, a young woman who is reckoning with the death of her father when she receives her own cancer diagnosis and, contrary to the wishes of family and friends, decides to seek alternative treatments rather than conventional chemotherapy and radiation. While this book was published as a work of fiction to great acclaim in the Czech Republic, it follows very closely the life story of its author, Hana Andronikova, who wrote the book during a period of optimism in her own battle with breast cancer. Much like Hana, Ama travels the world to find guidance and healing—going to Peru to consult a shaman and receive the Amazon’s wisdom; to communities of Christian believers and Native Americans in the Nevada desert; and to the holy sites of Israel. Using striking metaphors and intensely emotional language in journal entries, emails, and narrative fragments, Andronikova takes us with her on a remarkable journey as she comes to grips with her human limitations and celebrates her place in the circle of life.

Vorbildlich, Herr Kommissar! Ryusei bricht zum Training mit Minerva auf – da müssen die Hexen erst recht ranklotzen. Nur wie? Yume fühlt sich nach Sayas entfesseltem "Mine" wie gelähmt, doch manchmal muss man nur warten, bis im Rosengarten die eine Blume blüht, die die Antwort mit sich bringt. Oder birgt sie eine gemeine Falle? Denn als Yume versucht, gegen ihre vermeintliche Unfähigkeit anzukämpfen, opfert sie am Ende zu viel: sich selbst.

Miku Hoshino is a just a regular girl who thinks of nothing but her favorite idol, Rei, from the totally popular group M.A.G. When her school duties make her miss the concert she was desperately hoping to go for, she does what any girl would do—takes the help of a witch! But when the witch turns Miku into a witch, too, her life becomes anything from ordinary...and a certain keen-eyed detective seems determined to keep it that way!

Arran, a widely feared warrior-mage who can manipulate time and space, and his best friend, Hyacinth, an almost-famous actor and talented singer adored by (too) many, find themselves trapped in a recurring nightmare ending with their deaths. Separated amid a blood-soaked war, they keep meeting again, lost in a hazy space between winter and spring, dream and reality, friendship and love. Praise for The Inescapable March: "Hana Carolina''s The Inescapable March is a breathtaking tour-de-force that will sweep fans of dark queer fantasy romance off their feet." - Seb Doubinsky, author of The City-States Cycle "Featuring a heart-wrenching love story between two compelling characters whose yearning for one another will keep you turning the pages, The Inescapable March asks those who''ve loved and lost a simple, terrifying question: How many times would you rewind the clock if it meant saving someone you love from certain death?" - S. M. Hallow, author of How to Survive This Fairytale "The Inescapable March left me breathless-a masterfully executed, immersive time loop that blends the horrors of war with the exquisite tension of unresolved romantic longing. Carolina does all this so easily and so joyfully that one cannot help but pause and marvel at what she has crafted. The Inescapable March is an inescapable delight." - Jennifer Moffatt, author of Flirty Dancing "Hana Carolina''s evocative writing style is rich with world-building detail and intense emotion as she guides her readers through her characters'' depths of desire. You are sure to enjoy this dark fantasy horror romance." - Linda Gould, host of the Kaidankai Podcast of Ghost & Supernatural Stories "Hana Carolina cements that love is a constant choice to continue moving forward, and through her gorgeous prose and time-warped events, has crafted a stellar debut" - Lor Gislason, author of The Flesh Of The Sea "Hana Carolina''s debut The Inescapable March is a glass tesseract of a novella, overlapping and dizzying, shot through with desperation and claustrophobia. It''s a lush, intricate story about love and its sharp edges. A story layered like the spell at its heart, where time and space are warped by the magic of a man who has finally realised he''s lost what he never had the strength to accept. A must for fans of gorgeous prose and queer mythic narratives." - CL Hellisen, author of Cast Long Shadows "The Inescapable March is a dizzy troop through time. Lyrical and bittersweet, tragic and romantic in equal measure-it lingers long after you finish reading" - Elou Carroll, author of countless short stories and EIC of Crow & Cross Keys

This collection of poems interweaves the perspectives of three individuals who sometimes love and other times hate each other. Nevertheless, they battle their own inner demons. If you want to immerse yourself in the emotional rollercoaster of remarkably stable individuals, this will be a soothing balm for your soul. When you put three souls together, one cold, one fragile, and one selfish... What good can come out of it? The fragile soul shatters under the weight of the cold, the cold melts and then breaks. And the selfish one? It always prevails. Hana Holatová, native of the Czech Republic, where she currently resides, weaves her world with poetry, an endeavour that flows effortlessly from her being. It’s not merely a pastime but an intrinsic part of her essence. Amidst her academic achievements and professional undertakings within the social sphere, where daily interactions shape her understanding of humanity, her collection of verses becomes a kaleidoscope of emotions, reflecting not just hers, but the myriad souls she encounters. Beyond the lines, she also enjoys painting and delving into the strategic complexities of chess. She is deeply intrigued by the inner workings of society and the quest for humanity in today’s world.

Written by a Czech local, Frommer’s Prague and the Best of the Czech Republic has all the practical details and candid advice you need to explore one of Europe’s loveliest and most exciting countries. We’ve reviewed the very best places to stay and dine in Prague, from historic art noveau hotels to intimate Castle District guesthouses, from grand cafes to ethnic restaurants and local pubs. With Frommer’s in hand, it’s easy to explore all the sights, whether you want to stroll the cobbled streets of the Old Town and take in its architectural masterpieces, wander the old Jewish neighborhood, tour the Castle complex, or check out the city’s cutting-edge galleries and nightclubs. In addition, the guide details side trips that explore the best of the nearby countryside. Chapters also highlight the best places to visit in the regions of Bohemia and Moravia, including Bohemia''s spa towns, the beer-lovers'' mecca of Plzen, and the country''s stunning castles.